Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to the Privacy Policy of Karnataka Times, operated by Karnataka Media Pvt. Ltd. This policy is designed to inform you about our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal information when you engage with our website.

Information We Collect

1. Personal Information:

• Name: We may collect your name when voluntarily provided, such as during account creation, newsletter subscriptions, or community interactions.
• Email Address: Collected for communication purposes, to send newsletters, updates, or respond to inquiries.
• Phone Number: Gathered for communication purposes, particularly when you contact us.
• Address: On occasion, we may collect your address for specific services or correspondence.

2. Non-Personal Information:

• Cookies: These are small files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience and site functionality.
• Log Data: Automatically recorded information like IP address, browser type, and pages visited for statistical analysis and website improvement.
• Device Information: Details about the device you use to access our website, such as device type, operating system, and browser.
• Usage Information: Information about how you use our website, including the pages you visit, the time spent on each page, and interactions with content.

How We Use Your Information

• Communication: Your contact information is used to communicate with you, provide updates, respond to inquiries, and deliver newsletters.
• Personalization: Data like log information and cookies help personalize your experience on Karnataka Times, providing relevant content and recommendations.
• Analytics: We utilize analytics tools to analyze user behavior, improve website performance, and enhance content based on user preferences.
• Customer Support: Information you provide during customer support interactions is used to address and resolve your inquiries.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to outside parties for marketing purposes. Your information is shared only when necessary for specific purposes, such as:

• Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers to assist in website operations, analytics, or other services. These providers are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
• Legal Compliance: Your information may be disclosed if required by law or to comply with legal processes.

Security

While we implement reasonable measures to protect your information, we acknowledge that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We strive to safeguard your data to the best of our ability.

Your Choices

• Opt-Out: You have the option to opt-out of receiving emails from Karnataka Times by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.
• Cookies: You can set your browser to refuse cookies, although this may impact certain features on our website.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these websites.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. The latest version will be posted on this page with a revision date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].

Thank you for entrusting Karnataka Times with your information.