Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [27-03-2025]
This Privacy Policy explains how FG Media and Safety Technologies Private Limited (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information through our digital platforms, including HIT News, Happy India Times, Kurukshetra, and AP Media’s Web and Mobile Applications (collectively, the “Services”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring a secure online experience for our global audience. By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, contact number, and any other details necessary to register for or use our Services.
b. Usage Information
We automatically collect data regarding your interactions with our Services. This includes your IP address, browser type, device information, access times, and pages visited. Cookies and similar tracking technologies are used to enhance your experience.
c. Communication Data
If you contact us or subscribe to newsletters, we record your inquiries and correspondence to provide a timely and effective response.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and Improve Services:
To deliver our news content, tailor user experiences, and improve the functionality and security of our Services. - Personalization:
To customize content and advertisements to suit your interests and enhance your engagement. - Communication:
To send periodic updates, newsletters, and important notifications regarding changes to our Services or this Privacy Policy. - Analytics and Research:
To analyze usage trends, measure effectiveness, and inform future innovations. - Legal Obligations:
To comply with legal requirements and protect our rights and the rights of our users.
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
a. Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Services, analyzing data, and managing communications. These vendors are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your data.
b. Legal Compliance
We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests, including subpoenas, court orders, or governmental investigations.
c. Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our Services before your information becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.
4. International Data Transfers
As a global entity, we may transfer your information across international borders. We ensure that any such transfer complies with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.
5. Data Security
We implement robust technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, and enforce our agreements. When your data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access, update, or delete your personal data.
- The right to object to or restrict certain data processing activities.
- The right to data portability.
- The right to withdraw consent at any time (where applicable).
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Services use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality, analyze trends, and tailor user experiences. You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately for removal.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated version will be posted on our Services with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
12. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
FG Media and Safety Technologies Private Limited
Email: pr@hitnews.live
Phone: 18005998888
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein.
This Privacy Policy is designed to meet global standards and reflect our commitment to transparency, security, and the protection of your personal data. Enjoy a secure and informed experience with HIT News and our associated platforms.