{"id":3141,"date":"2026-01-17T13:59:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-17T13:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peachpuff-alpaca-516291.hostingersite.com\/?page_id=3141"},"modified":"2026-01-17T14:23:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T14:23:13","slug":"privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/newstimetn.com\/?page_id=3141","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"3141\" class=\"elementor elementor-3141\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4af5d95 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4af5d95\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-51d11d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"51d11d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"334\"><strong>PRIVACY POLICY \u2013 NEWSTIMETN<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"354\"><strong>1. INTRODUCTION<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"656\"><strong data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"370\">NewstimeTN<\/strong> (hereinafter referred to as <strong data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"434\">\u201cNewstimeTN\u201d, \u201cWe\u201d, \u201cUs\u201d, \u201cOur\u201d<\/strong>), a digital news and media platform operating under the laws of India, recognises the importance of protecting the privacy and personal data of every user and visitor who accesses or uses our services (<strong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"654\">\u201cYou\u201d, \u201cYour\u201d<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"840\">Your privacy matters deeply to us. We value the trust you place in NewstimeTN and are committed to being transparent about how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"1121\">This Privacy Policy (\u201cPolicy\u201d) explains how we collect, receive, store, disclose, share, and process your personal data when you use our website, mobile platforms, or interact with us (collectively, the <strong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1059\">\u201cPlatform\u201d<\/strong>). It also explains your rights and how you can exercise them.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1388\">By accessing, browsing, using, or registering on the Platform, you expressly consent to the processing of your personal data as described in this Policy and agree to be bound by it and our Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not access or use the Platform.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1393\">\n<h4 data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1411\"><strong>2. WHO WE ARE<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1431\">Our roles include:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1669\"><strong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1459\">(a) Publisher Services<\/strong><br data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1462\">Providing editorial, news, and informational content and related digital services such as accounts, newsletters, subscriptions, comments\/user-generated content (UGC), personalisation, events, and promotions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1829\"><strong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1703\">(b) Digital Media Operations<\/strong><br data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1706\">Operating, managing, and maintaining NewstimeTN\u2019s digital properties, including websites, apps, and communication channels.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1955\"><em data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1955\">(Note: NewstimeTN does not act as a financial intermediary or credit marketplace unless expressly stated on the Platform.)<\/em><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1960\">\n<h4 data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1979\"><strong>3. DEFINITIONS<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2538\">\n<li data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2091\">\n<p data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2091\"><strong data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2001\">Data Principal<\/strong>: The individual to whom personal data relates. \u201cYou\/Your\u201d refers to the Data Principal.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2230\">\n<p data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2230\"><strong data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2112\">Data Fiduciary<\/strong>: The entity that determines the purpose and means of processing personal data. NewstimeTN acts as a Data Fiduciary.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2345\">\n<p data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2345\"><strong data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2251\">Data Processor<\/strong>: Any entity that processes personal data on behalf of NewstimeTN (e.g., service providers).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2417\">\n<p data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2417\"><strong data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2365\">Personal Data<\/strong>: Any data relating to an identifiable individual.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2538\">\n<p data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2538\"><strong data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2434\">Processing<\/strong>: Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, disclosure, or deletion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2543\">\n<h4 data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2590\"><strong>4. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT AND HOW?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2682\">We collect personal data only to the extent necessary to provide and improve our Services.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2684\" data-end=\"2726\">Types of personal data we may collect:<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2843\"><strong data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2755\">Identity &amp; Contact Data<\/strong><br data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2758\">Name, email address, mobile number, city\/state, language preference (where provided).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2968\"><strong data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2876\">Account &amp; Subscription Data<\/strong><br data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2879\">Login details, subscription status, newsletter preferences, saved articles, interactions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3083\"><strong data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2994\">UGC &amp; Community Data<\/strong><br data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"2997\">Comments, likes, feedback, survey responses, contest entries, and event registrations.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3201\"><strong data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3102\">Location Data<\/strong><br data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3105\">Approximate location derived from IP address or precise location if you grant device permission.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3372\"><strong data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3229\">Technical &amp; Usage Data<\/strong><br data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3232\">Device type, operating system, browser\/app version, IP address, page views, time spent, clickstream data, search queries, and referral data.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3480\"><strong data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3396\">Communication Data<\/strong><br data-start=\"3396\" data-end=\"3399\">Messages, emails, support requests, moderation correspondence, and notifications.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3504\">How we collect it:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3875\">\n<li data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3622\">\n<p data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3622\"><strong data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3529\">Directly from You<\/strong>: When you register, subscribe, comment, participate in surveys\/events, or contact support.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3728\">\n<p data-start=\"3625\" data-end=\"3728\"><strong data-start=\"3625\" data-end=\"3642\">Automatically<\/strong>: Through cookies, pixels, SDKs, and similar technologies when you use the Platform.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3729\" data-end=\"3875\">\n<p data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3875\"><strong data-start=\"3731\" data-end=\"3766\">From service providers\/partners<\/strong>: Such as analytics, hosting, email delivery, and advertising partners, based on your consent and lawful use.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3877\" data-end=\"3880\">\n<h4 data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"3909\"><strong>5. PURPOSE OF PROCESSING<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"3911\" data-end=\"3963\">We process personal data for the following purposes:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3965\" data-end=\"4677\">\n<li data-start=\"3965\" data-end=\"4086\">\n<p data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"4086\"><strong data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"3998\">Provide and Manage Services<\/strong>: Deliver news content, manage accounts, subscriptions, newsletters, UGC, and support.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4087\" data-end=\"4181\">\n<p data-start=\"4089\" data-end=\"4181\"><strong data-start=\"4089\" data-end=\"4106\">Communication<\/strong>: Send service-related messages, alerts, updates, and respond to queries.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4182\" data-end=\"4262\">\n<p data-start=\"4184\" data-end=\"4262\"><strong data-start=\"4184\" data-end=\"4203\">Personalisation<\/strong>: Recommend relevant content and improve user experience.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4263\" data-end=\"4378\">\n<p data-start=\"4265\" data-end=\"4378\"><strong data-start=\"4265\" data-end=\"4292\">Analytics &amp; Improvement<\/strong>: Measure usage, performance, and improve content, features, and platform stability.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4379\" data-end=\"4497\">\n<p data-start=\"4381\" data-end=\"4497\"><strong data-start=\"4381\" data-end=\"4407\">Marketing &amp; Promotions<\/strong>: Send updates about NewstimeTN offerings, where permitted. You may opt out at any time.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4498\" data-end=\"4590\">\n<p data-start=\"4500\" data-end=\"4590\"><strong data-start=\"4500\" data-end=\"4531\">Security &amp; Fraud Prevention<\/strong>: Detect and prevent misuse, abuse, or unlawful activity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4677\">\n<p data-start=\"4593\" data-end=\"4677\"><strong data-start=\"4593\" data-end=\"4613\">Legal Compliance<\/strong>: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and lawful requests.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4679\" data-end=\"4802\">We do not process your personal data for purposes other than those stated above without fresh consent or legal requirement.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4804\" data-end=\"4807\">\n<h4 data-start=\"4809\" data-end=\"4841\"><strong>6. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"4843\" data-end=\"4877\">We process personal data based on:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4879\" data-end=\"5161\">\n<li data-start=\"4879\" data-end=\"4899\">\n<p data-start=\"4881\" data-end=\"4899\">Your <strong data-start=\"4886\" data-end=\"4897\">consent<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4900\" data-end=\"4963\">\n<p data-start=\"4902\" data-end=\"4963\"><strong data-start=\"4902\" data-end=\"4931\">Performance of a contract<\/strong> (Terms of Use, subscriptions)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4964\" data-end=\"4989\">\n<p data-start=\"4966\" data-end=\"4989\"><strong data-start=\"4966\" data-end=\"4987\">Legal obligations<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4990\" data-end=\"5109\">\n<p data-start=\"4992\" data-end=\"5109\"><strong data-start=\"4992\" data-end=\"5016\">Legitimate interests<\/strong>, such as security, fraud prevention, and service improvement, balanced against your rights<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5110\" data-end=\"5161\">\n<p data-start=\"5112\" data-end=\"5161\"><strong data-start=\"5112\" data-end=\"5141\">Public interest or safety<\/strong>, where applicable<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5163\" data-end=\"5166\">\n<h4 data-start=\"5168\" data-end=\"5196\"><strong>7. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"5198\" data-end=\"5230\">We may share personal data with:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5232\" data-end=\"5726\">\n<li data-start=\"5232\" data-end=\"5363\">\n<p data-start=\"5234\" data-end=\"5363\"><strong data-start=\"5234\" data-end=\"5255\">Service Providers<\/strong>: Hosting, analytics, email delivery, security, and customer support vendors under contractual safeguards.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5364\" data-end=\"5478\">\n<p data-start=\"5366\" data-end=\"5478\"><strong data-start=\"5366\" data-end=\"5404\">Advertising &amp; Measurement Partners<\/strong>: For ad delivery and performance measurement (non-sensitive data only).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5479\" data-end=\"5550\">\n<p data-start=\"5481\" data-end=\"5550\"><strong data-start=\"5481\" data-end=\"5502\">Legal Authorities<\/strong>: When required by law or valid legal process.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5551\" data-end=\"5639\">\n<p data-start=\"5553\" data-end=\"5639\"><strong data-start=\"5553\" data-end=\"5579\">Corporate Transactions<\/strong>: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or restructuring.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5640\" data-end=\"5726\">\n<p data-start=\"5642\" data-end=\"5726\"><strong data-start=\"5642\" data-end=\"5666\">Protection of Rights<\/strong>: To prevent fraud, security incidents, or legal violations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5728\" data-end=\"5888\">We <strong data-start=\"5731\" data-end=\"5746\">do not sell<\/strong> your personal data.<br data-start=\"5766\" data-end=\"5769\">We do <strong data-start=\"5775\" data-end=\"5789\">not permit<\/strong> third parties to use NewstimeTN data to train or improve AI\/ML systems without written permission.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5890\" data-end=\"5893\">\n<h4 data-start=\"5895\" data-end=\"5912\"><strong>8. YOUR RIGHTS<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"5914\" data-end=\"5974\">Subject to applicable Indian law, you may have the right to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5976\" data-end=\"6204\">\n<li data-start=\"5976\" data-end=\"6031\">\n<p data-start=\"5978\" data-end=\"6031\">Access information about how your data is processed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6032\" data-end=\"6087\">\n<p data-start=\"6034\" data-end=\"6087\">Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6088\" data-end=\"6142\">\n<p data-start=\"6090\" data-end=\"6142\">Request deletion of data where legally permissible<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6143\" data-end=\"6175\">\n<p data-start=\"6145\" data-end=\"6175\">Withdraw consent at any time<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6176\" data-end=\"6204\">\n<p data-start=\"6178\" data-end=\"6204\">Seek grievance redressal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6206\" data-end=\"6294\">You may opt out of marketing communications using unsubscribe links or by contacting us.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6296\" data-end=\"6299\">\n<h4 data-start=\"6301\" data-end=\"6337\"><strong>9. COOKIES &amp; SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"6339\" data-end=\"6383\">We use cookies and similar technologies for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6385\" data-end=\"6631\">\n<li data-start=\"6385\" data-end=\"6427\">\n<p data-start=\"6387\" data-end=\"6427\"><strong data-start=\"6387\" data-end=\"6400\">Necessary<\/strong>: Core site functionality<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6428\" data-end=\"6495\">\n<p data-start=\"6430\" data-end=\"6495\"><strong data-start=\"6430\" data-end=\"6455\">Analytics\/Performance<\/strong>: Audience measurement and improvement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6496\" data-end=\"6550\">\n<p data-start=\"6498\" data-end=\"6550\"><strong data-start=\"6498\" data-end=\"6515\">Functionality<\/strong>: Preferences and personalisation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6551\" data-end=\"6631\">\n<p data-start=\"6553\" data-end=\"6631\"><strong data-start=\"6553\" data-end=\"6568\">Advertising<\/strong>: Ad delivery, frequency capping, and performance measurement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6633\" data-end=\"6755\">By using the Platform, you consent to such use, subject to available controls. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6757\" data-end=\"6760\">\n<h4 data-start=\"6762\" data-end=\"6782\"><strong>10. DATA SECURITY<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"6784\" data-end=\"6966\">We use reasonable technical, administrative, and organisational safeguards to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure. Please protect your credentials and devices.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6968\" data-end=\"6971\">\n<h4 data-start=\"6973\" data-end=\"6994\"><strong>11. DATA RETENTION<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"6996\" data-end=\"7160\">We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes stated or as required by law. Data is securely deleted or anonymised when no longer required.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"7162\" data-end=\"7165\">\n<h4 data-start=\"7167\" data-end=\"7197\"><strong>12. DATA STORAGE &amp; TRANSFER<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"7199\" data-end=\"7374\">Personal data is stored on servers located in <strong data-start=\"7245\" data-end=\"7254\">India<\/strong>. We do not transfer personal data outside India unless necessary for service provision and with appropriate safeguards.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"7376\" data-end=\"7379\">\n<h4 data-start=\"7381\" data-end=\"7405\"><strong>13. THIRD-PARTY LINKS<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"7407\" data-end=\"7569\">Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing data.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"7571\" data-end=\"7574\">\n<h4 data-start=\"7576\" data-end=\"7601\"><strong>14. CHILDREN\u2019S PRIVACY<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"7603\" data-end=\"7779\">NewstimeTN is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe such data has been collected, contact us immediately.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"7781\" data-end=\"7784\">\n<h4 data-start=\"7786\" data-end=\"7815\"><strong>15. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"7817\" data-end=\"7937\">We may update this Policy from time to time. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"7939\" data-end=\"7942\">\n<h4 data-start=\"7944\" data-end=\"7970\"><strong>16. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"7972\" data-end=\"8117\"><strong data-start=\"7972\" data-end=\"8006\">Grievance Officer \u2013 NewstimeTN<\/strong><br data-start=\"8006\" data-end=\"8009\">Timings: 9:00 AM \u2013 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8119\" data-end=\"8205\">We will acknowledge grievances within 24 hours and aim to resolve them within 15 days.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"8207\" data-end=\"8210\">\n<h4 data-start=\"8212\" data-end=\"8240\"><strong>17. WITHDRAWAL OF CONSENT<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"8242\" data-end=\"8408\">You may withdraw consent by contacting us at .<br data-start=\"8314\" data-end=\"8317\">Please clearly specify the nature of your request (e.g., marketing opt-out, data deletion).<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"8503\" data-end=\"8506\">\n<h4 data-start=\"8508\" data-end=\"8551\"><strong>18. 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