Effective Date: 7th March, 2025
Last Updated: 7th March, 2025
Welcome to Morning Kashmir. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you interact with our website, mobile applications, or other services (collectively referred to as “Services”). By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information
- Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, or other contact information when you subscribe, register, or contact us.
- Account Information: Username, password, and other details if you create an account on our platform.
- Payment Information: Credit/debit card details or other payment information for subscriptions or purchases (processed securely by third-party payment gateways).
B. Usage Data
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and unique device identifiers.
- Log Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, clicks, and other interactions with our Services.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns.
C. Content You Provide
- Comments, feedback, or contributions submitted through our website or social media platforms.
- Photos, videos, or other media shared with us.
D. Third-Party Sources
- Information from advertisers, partners, or analytics providers to improve our Services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To Provide Services: Deliver news, updates, newsletters, and other content you request.
- To Improve User Experience: Analyze usage patterns and optimize our website and apps.
- For Communication: Respond to inquiries, send notifications, and provide customer support.
- For Marketing: Send promotional materials, surveys, or updates about our Services (you can opt out anytime).
- To Ensure Security: Detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized access, or misuse of our Services.
- To Comply with Legal Obligations: Fulfill legal requirements, resolve disputes, or enforce our terms.
3. Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it under the following circumstances:
- With Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us in operating our Services (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing). These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- For Legal Reasons: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, subpoenas, or court orders.
- For Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and gather analytics. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit certain features of our Services.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption, firewalls, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
- Opt-Out: Withdraw consent for marketing communications or data sharing.
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Please review their privacy policies before interacting with them.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on our website with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of our Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Morning Kashmir
Address: 3rd Floor, Zaz Complex, Residency Road, Srinagar (Near Pick N Choose Supermarket), Kashmir – 190008
Email: editor.morningkashmir@gmail.com
By using Morning Kashmir’s Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.