NBT NEWS MEDIA PVT LTD ("NBT NEWS", "we", "us", or "our") operates the NBT NEWS website and mobile application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose information when you use our website, mobile application, and related services.
By using NBT NEWS, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Depending on how you use NBT NEWS, we may collect the following types of information.
1.1 Personal Information
If you create an account, contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or use certain features, we may collect information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number, if provided
- Account login information
- Information voluntarily submitted through contact or feedback forms
We collect only information that is reasonably necessary for providing the relevant service or responding to your request.
1.2 Device and Technical Information
When you access our website or mobile application, certain technical information may be automatically collected, such as:
- Device type and model
- Operating system and version
- Application version
- IP address
- Browser type
- Network information
- Language and general device settings
- Crash reports and diagnostic information
This information may be used to maintain security, troubleshoot technical problems, and improve the performance of our services.
1.3 Usage Information
We may collect information about how you interact with our website and application, including:
- Pages or news articles viewed
- Features used
- Search activity
- Approximate usage time
- Interaction with notifications
- General application usage statistics
This information helps us understand how users interact with NBT NEWS and improve our services.
1.4 Newsletter Information
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect your email address to send you news, updates, and other information related to NBT NEWS.
You may unsubscribe from promotional or newsletter communications at any time by using the unsubscribe option provided in the communication or by contacting us.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and operate the NBT NEWS website and mobile application.
- To create and manage user accounts where applicable.
- To provide news and other requested content.
- To send newsletters, notifications, or service-related communications.
- To respond to questions, feedback, and support requests.
- To improve website and application performance.
- To understand user preferences and usage patterns.
- To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, unauthorized access, and security threats.
- To maintain and improve the reliability and security of our services.
- To comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to provide essential functionality, remember preferences, understand website usage, and improve the user experience.
Cookies may also be used by third-party services, such as analytics or advertising providers, where applicable.
You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.
4. Analytics
We may use analytics and measurement tools to understand how users interact with our website and application.
Analytics information may include general usage patterns, device information, pages viewed, and technical information.
Where third-party analytics services are used, their collection and processing of information may also be subject to their respective privacy policies.
5. Advertising
NBT NEWS may display advertisements from third-party advertising partners.
Advertising partners may use technologies such as cookies, advertising identifiers, or similar technologies to provide, measure, and improve advertisements.
Third-party advertising providers operate independently and may have their own privacy policies and data practices.
NBT NEWS does not control the privacy practices of third-party advertising providers.
6. Push Notifications
If you enable notifications in the NBT NEWS mobile application, we may use notification services to send news alerts, updates, and other relevant information.
You can disable notifications through your device settings at any time.
7. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information as part of our ordinary business operations.
We may share information with trusted service providers when necessary to operate and maintain our services. These may include providers for:
- Website hosting
- Cloud storage
- Analytics
- Email and newsletter delivery
- Push notifications
- Security and fraud prevention
- Technical support
These service providers may process information only as necessary to provide services to us and are expected to maintain appropriate safeguards.
We may also disclose information when required by law, legal process, court order, government request, or when disclosure is reasonably necessary to protect our rights, users, property, or services.
8. Third-Party Services and Links
NBT NEWS may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, advertisements, or other external services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, security, or policies of third-party websites or services.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of any third-party service before providing personal information.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Users should also take appropriate steps to protect their account credentials and devices.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, to provide our services, maintain legitimate business records, resolve disputes, prevent fraud, enforce agreements, and comply with applicable legal obligations.
When information is no longer required, we may securely delete, anonymize, or otherwise dispose of it in accordance with applicable requirements.
11. Account and Data Deletion
If the NBT NEWS application provides account creation, users may request deletion of their account and associated personal information.
To request account or personal data deletion, please contact us using the contact information provided below.
After receiving a valid deletion request, we will review and process the request in accordance with applicable laws and our data retention requirements.
Certain information may need to be retained where required by law, for security purposes, to prevent fraud, or to resolve legal disputes.
12. Children's Privacy
NBT NEWS is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate authorization where such authorization is required by applicable law.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us without appropriate consent, please contact us so that we can review and take appropriate action.
13. User-Submitted Information
Users may voluntarily submit information through comments, contact forms, feedback forms, news tips, or other features.
Users should not submit sensitive personal information unless it is specifically required for the relevant service.
NBT NEWS may moderate or remove submitted content that violates applicable laws, our Terms & Conditions, or our community standards.
14. News Content and Privacy
NBT NEWS may publish news reports containing information about individuals, organizations, public events, or incidents.
Where appropriate, we aim to handle personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws and journalistic practices.
If you believe that published content contains inaccurate personal information or creates a legitimate privacy concern, you may contact us with the relevant details for review.
15. Data Transfers
Depending on the services and technology providers used by NBT NEWS, information may be processed or stored on servers located in India or other countries.
Where information is transferred or processed internationally, we take reasonable measures to ensure appropriate protection consistent with applicable legal requirements.
16. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the ability to:
- Request access to certain personal information.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of certain information.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Request information about how your data is processed.
- Opt out of certain communications.
Requests can be submitted using our contact information below.
17. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, technology, legal requirements, or privacy practices.
Any updated version will be published on this page with a revised effective date.
We encourage users to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
18. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, privacy requests, or requests regarding access, correction, or deletion of your personal information, please contact NBT NEWS.
NBT NEWS MEDIA PVT LTD
Website: https://nbtnews.in/
Privacy / Support: Please use the contact information provided on the NBT NEWS website.
19. Consent
By using the NBT NEWS website or mobile application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of information as described above.
If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the NBT NEWS website and mobile application.
