User Data & Consent Policy — janHimachal.com

(Effective Date: 08 October 2025)

Publisher: Markazia Solutions, Mohali, Punjab, India
Official Contact: connect@janhimachal.com

Purpose of This Policy

This policy explains what user data we collect, why we collect it, and how we use, store, and protect it. It supplements our Privacy Policy and is intended to ensure transparency and lawful handling of all personal and non-personal information collected via janHimachal.com, our mobile interface, and social media pages.

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What We Collect

We may collect the following types of data from visitors, readers, and contributors:

⚠️ We do not collect sensitive personal data (financial info, passwords, Aadhaar, biometrics) unless expressly required and consented to.

Purpose of Data Usage

We collect and process data strictly for legitimate purposes:

1. To personalize user experience and improve content relevance.
    
2. To analyze audience reach, engagement, and reader behaviour.
    
3. To manage subscriptions, feedback, and grievances.
    
4. To deliver targeted advertisements or sponsored content transparently.
    
5. To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
    
6. To prevent spam, abuse, or misinformation.
    

No data is sold, rented, or exchanged with third parties for profit.

Consent Policy

By using janHimachal.com, you consent to:

• The collection and processing of data as outlined in this policy.
   
• The use of cookies and analytics for improving content delivery.
   
• Receiving limited communication (e.g., newsletters, clarification mails).
   

You can withdraw consent anytime by emailing us at connect@janhimachal.com. Upon withdrawal, we will anonymize or delete your identifiable data within 30 days, subject to legal retention requirements.

Data Storage and Retention

• All user data is stored securely in India, under industry-grade encryption.
   
• Access is restricted to authorized editorial and technical personnel.
   
• Log data and analytics records are retained for up to 24 months, unless otherwise required.
   
• Backups are encrypted and deleted automatically after the retention period.
   

Cookies and Tracking

We use first-party and third-party cookies to:

• Remember user preferences.
   
• Measure readership metrics (via tools like Google Analytics).
   
• Improve page load times and advertisement delivery.
  You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features may not function as intended.

User Rights Under Indian Law

As per the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (once notified):

Users have the right to:

1. Access and review their personal data held by us.
    
2. Request correction, update, or deletion of their data.
    
3. Withdraw consent or opt out of analytics/ad personalization.
    
4. File a privacy complaint through our Grievance Officer.
    

Grievance Officer

Sameer Saifi

Markazia Solutions, Mohali, Punjab – 140301

Email: connect@janhimachal.com

Data Disclosure and Legal Compliance

We may disclose data only when:

• Required by a court of law or government authority.
   
• Necessary to prevent fraud, cybercrime, or misuse of our platform.
   
• To protect the legal rights of Markazia Solutions and its stakeholders.
   

Children’s Data Policy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 years of age. If such data is inadvertently collected, it is deleted promptly upon notification.

Policy Review and Updates

This User Data & Consent Policy is reviewed annually or upon changes in applicable laws. All revisions will be dated and posted on this page.

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Contact for Data Queries

📧 connect@janhimachal.com
🌐 www.janhimachal.com

 

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✅ Compliance Checklist (Indian Legal Reference)