Privacy Policy for M4News
Effective Date: 19/09/2024
M4News (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.M4News.com, and any of its subdomains (collectively referred to as “the Website”). It also outlines your rights regarding your personal information and how you can exercise them.
We recommend reading this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information from and about users of our Website, including:
A. Information You Provide to Us:
- Personal Information: When you register for an account, subscribe to our newsletter, post a comment, or interact with us in any other way, you may provide us with personal information such as your name, email address, postal address, and phone number.
- Content Submissions: Any articles, comments, or other content you submit to the Website, including feedback or inquiries, may contain personal information.
B. Information We Collect Automatically:
- Usage Data: We collect information about your interaction with the Website, including the pages you visit, the time spent on pages, and your browsing history.
- Device Information: Information about the devices you use to access the Website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and mobile device details.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as web beacons and pixels) to enhance your experience on the Website, track usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookies via your browser settings.
C. Information from Third Parties:
We may receive information about you from third-party services or partners when you interact with our content on their platforms (such as social media).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
A. To Provide and Improve Our Services:
- Deliver news articles, updates, and other content.
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance the functionality and user experience of the Website.
B. Communication Purposes:
- Send you newsletters, special offers, or promotional materials that you have opted to receive.
- Respond to your inquiries, comments, or other requests.
- Notify you of changes to our services, terms, or privacy policies.
C. Personalization and Analytics:
- Personalize content and advertisements based on your preferences and usage patterns.
- Use analytics to understand audience trends and improve our content and advertising strategies.
D. Legal and Security Purposes:
- Protect the integrity and security of our Website.
- Detect and prevent fraud or any illegal activity.
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service.
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with the following third parties:
A. Service Providers:
We share information with third-party service providers who assist us with website operations, data analysis, advertising, marketing, and other business activities. These service providers are required to protect your information and are not permitted to use your information for any other purpose.
B. Business Transfers:
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you before your personal information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
C. Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.
D. Third-Party Partners:
We may work with third-party advertisers or analytics companies who collect information about your activities on our Website and other websites to provide you with targeted advertising and analysis.
4. Your Data Protection Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, which vary based on your location and applicable laws. These rights include:
A. Access:
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, including information about how your data is being used.
B. Correction:
You have the right to request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
C. Deletion:
You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
D. Restriction of Processing:
You have the right to request the restriction of processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
E. Data Portability:
You have the right to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to have the information transferred to another service provider, where technically feasible.
F. Opt-Out of Marketing:
You have the right to opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us. You can unsubscribe from our emails by following the instructions provided in the communications.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@m4news.com. We may require you to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
5. Security of Your Information
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information when you use the Website. This helps us enhance your experience by personalizing content and ads, providing social media features, and analyzing our traffic.
A. Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Website by collecting usage data anonymously.
- Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to display personalized advertisements to you based on your browsing history.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Website.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these websites, as we are not responsible for their privacy practices.
8. Children’s Privacy
M4News is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected personal data from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete that information.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of the Website, or your dealings with us, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@m4news.com
Phone: +91 96666 65026
Address: M4News, #401, VBR Enclave, Kukatpally, Hyderabad – 500072 Telangana – India
