Introduction
Ranchi Updates (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates ranchiupdates.com – a Hindi local news platform for the residents of Ranchi and Jharkhand. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with us.
By using Ranchi Updates, you agree to the practices described in this policy. This policy is in compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the IT (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures) Rules, 2011 of India.
Information we collect
We collect information you provide directly – such as your name, email address, phone number and messages when you fill out a contact form or submit a news tip. If you subscribe to our newsletter, we store your email address.
We also collect information automatically – including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited and general location (city/state level). This is collected through cookies and analytics tools.
How we use your information
We use the information collected to respond to your queries and news tips, send newsletters to subscribers who have opted in, understand reader behaviour to improve our content and website, detect and prevent spam or abuse and comply with legal obligations under Indian law.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party under any circumstances.
Cookies & tracking
Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. Essential cookies are required for the site to function. Analytics cookies (such as Google Analytics) help us understand traffic and popular content. Advertising cookies may be used by third-party ad networks to serve relevant ads.
You can control or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect how the website functions.
Third-party services
We use third-party services such as Google Analytics for traffic analysis and Google AdSense for advertising. Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter) and YouTube may also collect data when you interact with shared or embedded content on our site. Each of these services operates under their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
Data sharing & disclosure
We do not share your personal data except in limited circumstances – when required by Indian law or a court order, to protect the safety and security of our platform or readers, with trusted service providers who assist in operating our website under confidentiality agreements, or in the event of a business merger or acquisition.
Data security
We use SSL/HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted through our site. Access to personal data is restricted to authorised team members only and our data collection and storage practices are reviewed regularly. While we take all reasonable precautions, no internet transmission is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your rights
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you, request corrections to inaccurate data, ask for deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations), withdraw consent for data processing, and unsubscribe from newsletters at any time. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
Children's privacy
Ranchi Updates is intended for readers aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe your child has submitted information to us, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When significant changes are made, we will update the “Last updated” date on this page and may notify subscribers via email. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact us - संपर्क करें
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our privacy team. We aim to respond within 7 working days.
Ranchi Updates, Ranchi, Jharkhand – 834001