At Doon Horizon (accessible at doonhorizon.in), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, engage with our content, or interact with our services. By using Doon Horizon, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our website or services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with Doon Horizon:
a. Personal Information
Personal information is data that can identify you as an individual. We may collect:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, or other details you provide when subscribing to our newsletter, creating an account, submitting comments, or contacting us.
- User-Generated Content: Comments, feedback, or submissions you post on our website or social media platforms linked to Doon Horizon.
- Payment Information: If you purchase a subscription or make a donation, we collect payment details (e.g., credit card information) through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store payment information directly.
b. Non-Personal Information
Non-personal information does not directly identify you. We may collect:
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and referral sources.
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site performance.
c. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from third parties, such as social media platforms (e.g., when you log in via social media accounts) or analytics providers, in accordance with their privacy policies.
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information in the following ways:
- Directly from You: When you sign up for newsletters, submit comments, or contact us.
- Automatically: Through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs as you navigate our website.
- From Third Parties: Via social media integrations, advertising partners, or analytics providers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and Improve Services: Deliver news content, manage subscriptions, and enhance user experience.
- Personalize Content: Tailor articles, newsletters, or advertisements based on your interests and browsing behavior.
- Communicate with You: Send newsletters, respond to inquiries, or provide updates about Doon Horizon.
- Analyze and Optimize: Monitor website performance, track user engagement, and improve our content and services.
- Advertising: Display targeted ads through third-party ad networks based on your interests.
- Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following cases:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, or analytics tools) who assist in operating our website and services, bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Advertising Partners: Non-personal information may be shared with ad networks to deliver relevant advertisements.
- Legal Obligations: When required by law, court order, or government authority to disclose information.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to a successor entity.
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information (e.g., for a contest or feature).
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our site.
- Advertising Cookies: Enable targeted ads based on your browsing behavior.You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.
6. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as social media platforms or external news sources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security. You share information with us at your own risk, and we encourage you to use strong passwords and secure devices.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of newsletters, marketing communications, or targeted advertising.
- Data Portability: Request a transferable copy of your data.
- Restrict Processing: Request limitations on how we process your data.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at doonhorizon@gmail.com We may require identity verification to process your request.
For California Residents (CCPA):
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and to opt out of the sale of your data (note: we do not sell personal information).
For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR):
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example:
- Newsletter subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe.
- Usage data may be retained for analytics purposes in anonymized form.
- Account information is retained until you request deletion or your account becomes inactive.
10. International Data Transfers
Doon Horizon operates in India, but our service providers or partners may be located in other countries. If your information is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to protect your data in compliance with applicable laws.
11. Children’s Privacy
Doon Horizon is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 16 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us at doonhorizon@gmail.com.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Doon Horizon
- Email: doonhorizon@gmail.com
- Address: 98 Mannu Ganj, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
- Website: doonhorizon.in
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.
14. Additional Information
Newsletter Subscriptions: You can unsubscribe from our newsletters at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or contacting us.
- Do Not Track: Our website does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals from browsers, as there is no universal standard for such signals.
- Analytics Providers: We use tools like Google Analytics to track website performance. Please review their privacy policies for details on their data practices.
Thank you for trusting Doon Horizon with your information. We are committed to keeping your data safe and GOTO and secure while delivering high-quality news and content.
