Thank you for visiting The South Asian Times.
We respect your privacy and consider it a vital part of our operations. This policy explains the information we collect when you download, access, or use our website to deliver information, products, services, and content via any internet-connected device or otherwise.
User Consent
By using the services provided by The South Asian Times (e.g., registering an account, communicating with us via our website, mobile applications, or social media), you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described in this policy.
Personal Information Collection
We collect personal information only when provided voluntarily. This includes, but is not limited to, your name, address, email address, and interests. If you register via third-party accounts such as Facebook, Twitter, or Gmail, we retrieve necessary information to continue interacting with you and offering our services.
For example, you might provide your name and email address to subscribe to newsletters, participate in discussions, or provide feedback. Your information will not be sold or shared with private entities without your explicit consent. Additional data may be collected during surveys, feedback sessions, or changes to preferences.
Third-Party Sites and Advertisers
Our website may contain links to third-party websites whose privacy practices differ from ours. We encourage users to review their policies, as we have no control over data submitted to these sites.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website without registering, certain non-personal information is collected automatically, such as browser type, operating system, and IP address. This helps us improve our website design and provide a better browsing experience.
Opting Out
You may opt out of personalized ads using browser settings, which will overwrite the cookie ID associated with your device.
Log File Information
When you access our site or services, we collect limited information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and connection speed. This information is used to enhance your experience and troubleshoot issues.
Links to External Sites
Our website includes links to third-party websites and applications. The privacy policies of these sites govern the information you provide there. We recommend reviewing their policies for more details.
Data Retention and Erasure
We retain personal information as long as necessary to provide our services. You may request the deletion of your data by contacting our designated grievance officer. If you have multiple accounts, separate requests must be made for each.
Information from Other Sources
We may receive data from partners or other sources, which we treat in accordance with this policy.
Demographics and Analytics
We use tools like Google Analytics to understand user demographics and improve services. These insights are anonymous and not linked to personally identifiable information. You may opt out of these features through Google Ads Settings.
Information Use
Your information helps us improve and personalize our services. It may also be used for:
- Account creation and management.
- Providing location-specific content.
- Analysing audience behaviour.
- Delivering targeted advertising.
- Sending updates or promotional emails.
- Facilitating user participation in interactive site features.
Sharing Information
Your data is shared only under the following circumstances:
1. Legal Obligations: To comply with law enforcement or regulatory authorities.
2. Business Operations: To process data on behalf of The South Asian Times or its affiliates.
3. Aggregated Insights: Sharing traffic statistics with advertisers or partners.
Information Security
We use secure databases and firewalls to protect your data. However, no system is entirely foolproof. We cannot guarantee complete security during internet transmission.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or operations. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our site.
Grievance Redressal
If you have concerns about the processing of your information or believe your privacy has been breached, contact our designated grievance officer:
Name and details
Name of the grievance officer: Fiyona Scaria, Mob: 6238419207, Email: [email protected]
Please include the following in your grievance:
1. Full name, address, and contact details.
2. Self-attested copy of a government-issued photo ID.
3. Details of the issue with relevant supporting documents.
4. A signed declaration affirming the accuracy of the information provided.
Please note that a complaint must be from someone personally and directly affected by the matter which forms the subject matter of the complaint. It must not be vexatious, trivial or argumentative. Please do not send daily reminders.
The company shall not be responsible for any communication, if addressed, to any non-designated person in this regard.