Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Golaji Times (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, golajitimes.in (“Website”). By using our Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. We are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and Google AdSense policies.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from you:

1.1 Personal Information: Information you provide directly, such as your name, email address, or other details when you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter.

1.2 Non-Personal Information: Automatically collected data, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Pages visited and time spent on the Website
  • Referring/exit pages

1.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. For more details, see Section 4.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

2.1 To provide and improve our Website’s functionality. 2.2 To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support. 2.3 To personalize your experience, including targeted advertisements and content. 2.4 To analyze website performance and usage trends through analytics tools. 2.5 To comply with legal obligations or protect our legal rights.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information with the following third parties:

3.1 Service Providers: Companies that assist us with website hosting, analytics, and customer service.

3.2 Advertising Partners: Third-party vendors, including Google AdSense, may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Website or other websites. These vendors may collect and use information as outlined in their respective privacy policies.

3.3 Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device to improve your browsing experience. They allow us to remember your preferences and provide personalized content and advertisements.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function.
  • Performance Cookies: Help us analyze Website usage.
  • Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense and other advertising partners to deliver relevant ads.

4.3 Managing Cookies: You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. Third-Party Tools and Advertisements

Our Website uses third-party tools and services, including:

5.1 Google AdSense: Google uses cookies to serve ads based on users’ visits to our Website and other websites. You can learn more about how Google uses your information and manage your preferences at Google’s Privacy Policy.

5.2 Analytics Tools: We use tools like Google Analytics to collect data about Website traffic and usage. This data is anonymized and aggregated to improve our services.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable laws, you have the following rights:

6.1 Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you. 6.2 Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information. 6.3 Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations. 6.4 Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a portable format. 6.5 Opt-Out: You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting AdChoices or adjusting your browser settings. 6.6 Do Not Sell My Personal Information: Under the CCPA, you can request that your personal information not be sold. We do not sell personal information.

To exercise your rights, contact us at prajapatchandan489@gmail.com.

7. Data Retention and Security

7.1 Data Retention: We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

7.2 Data Security: We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. User Consent and Transparency

By using our Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. We comply with Google AdSense’s policies by providing transparency about data collection and obtaining user consent where required.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Thank you for trusting Golaji Times with your information. Your privacy is our priority.