Effective Date: October 4, 2025

At Loksatta Jansatta, operated by Inkpot Publications Pvt. Ltd., accessible through our website https://www.loksattanews.co.in and our mobile application (“Loksatta Jansatta App”), we are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to protect your data.

By using our website or app, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information (If Provided Voluntarily)

We may collect personal details when you register, subscribe, fill out forms, or contact us:

• Name
• Email address
• Contact details
• Any other information voluntarily submitted

Note: You can use most parts of our website/app without providing personal information.

B. Non-Personal & Technical Information

We automatically collect certain data to improve performance and user experience:

• IP address
• Browser type and device information
• Operating system
• Internet Service Provider (ISP)
• Date/time stamp
• Pages visited or app screens viewed
• Referring/exit pages
• Number of clicks or user interactions
• App version and device identifiers

These are not linked to personally identifiable information.

C. Cookies, Web Beacons & Tracking Technologies

Loksatta Jansatta uses:

• Cookies to store user preferences
• Web beacons & JavaScript for analytics
• Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Firebase)
• Advertising cookies for personalized ads
• Cookies to store user preferences

These help optimize website/app performance and user experience.

D. Google DoubleClick DART Cookie

Google may use DART cookies to show personalized ads based on your browsing behavior.

Opt-out option: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide latest news, articles, and updates
• Improve website/app functionality and performance
• Personalize content and ads
• Analyze user behavior and trends
• Send notifications or alerts (opt-in for app users)
• Maintain security and prevent fraudulent activity
• Improve user experience
• Communicate for support or updates

3. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Information may be shared with:

Trusted third-party service providers (analytics, hosting, advertising)

Legal or regulatory authorities when required

Third-party advertisers may automatically receive your IP address. We do not control third-party cookies.

4. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for external sites’ content or privacy practices.

5. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary

Technical data may be retained for analytics

6. Data Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data. No method is 100% secure. Affected users will be notified in case of a breach.

7. Children’s Privacy

• We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13
• Users under 18 may need parental consent.
• Contact us for removal of accidental data collection

8. User Rights

You may:

• Access your data
• Update or correct information
• Request deletion
• Opt-out of promotional notifications
• Withdraw consent by uninstalling the app
• Request data portability or processing restrictions

9. Online Privacy Policy Only

Applies to online data collected through our website/app.

10. Updates to This Policy

Revised versions will reflect updated Effective Dates.

11. Copyright & Ownership

All content (news, articles, stories, photos, videos) is owned by Inkpot Publications Pvt. Ltd.

No reproduction allowed without written consent.

12. Contact Us

Loksatta Jansatta Digital Team

Email: pressnote@loksattajansatta.com

Website: https://www.loksattanews.co.in

Address: 9th Floor, Ramkrishna Chambers, Opp Jadeblue, BPC Road, Alkapuri, Vadodara, Gujarat, India.