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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 3 September 2025 · Time zone: Asia/Kolkata (IST)

Sikkimedu.com (“we”, “us”, “our”, or the “Site”) respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Site, you agree to these practices.

Who we are

Sikkimedu.com is a digital news and information website. For privacy questions, the data controller is Sikkimedu.com.

Scope

This policy applies to information we collect when you visit our Site, subscribe to newsletters, comment on articles, contact us, or interact with our services, including embedded content and ads provided by third parties.

Information we collect

1) Information you provide

  • Contact details (name, email, phone) when you subscribe, comment, or contact us.
  • Profile/account info if you create an account (username, display name, avatar).
  • Content you submit in comments or forms.

2) Information collected automatically

  • Usage data (pages viewed, referring/exit pages, time on page).
  • Device & log data (IP address, browser type, OS, timestamps, error logs).
  • Cookies & similar tech (pixels, local storage) for preferences, analytics, and ads.
  • Approximate location inferred from IP (city/state/country).

3) Information from third parties

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) and ad partners (e.g., Google AdSense).
  • Social media if you interact with our embeds or share buttons.

How we use information

  • Provide, operate, secure, and improve the Site.
  • Publish and personalise content, including recommended stories.
  • Send newsletters, alerts, or replies you request (opt out anytime).
  • Measure performance, debug issues, and prevent fraud/abuse (including spam detection).
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.

If you are in the EEA or UK, we process personal data under these bases:

  • Consent (e.g., optional cookies, newsletters, personalised ads).
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., basic analytics, security, non-personalised ads).
  • Contract (to deliver services you request).
  • Legal obligation (to comply with applicable laws).

How we share information

  • Service providers who help us host, send email, measure analytics, show ads, or protect the Site.
  • Advertising & analytics partners who may set/read cookies and collect data across sites.
  • Legal and safety when required by law or to protect rights, users, or the public.
  • Business transfers in case of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

We do not sell your personal information for money. In some places (e.g., California), certain sharing for targeted advertising may be considered a “sale” or “sharing”—see Your rights.

Cookies & similar technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and local storage to remember preferences, understand how the Site is used, and deliver/measure ads.

  • Manage preferences: use our cookie banner (if enabled) or your browser settings.
  • Browser controls: you can refuse/delete cookies; some features may be affected.
  • Ad choices: Google Ad Settings, About Google Ads.

Advertising, analytics & affiliates

We may use Google Analytics for audience measurement and Google AdSense (and similar partners) to display ads. These partners may use cookies or device identifiers to serve ads, cap frequency, fight fraud, and measure performance. Some ads may be personalised based on your activity. Where required, we request consent for personalised ads.

From time to time, we may include affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Comments & user content

  • When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the form, plus IP and browser user agent to help spam detection.
  • Your comment and profile information may be publicly visible on the Site.
  • We may use automated spam detection services (e.g., reCAPTCHA or anti-spam plugins).

Data retention

We keep personal data only as long as needed for the purposes described here and to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Data security

We use reasonable technical and organisational safeguards (encryption in transit, access controls, monitoring). No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Your rights (India / EEA / UK / California)

India – DPDP Act, 2023

  • Right to access, correct, and erase your personal data.
  • Right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
  • Right to grievance redressal via our Grievance Officer.

EEA/UK – GDPR/UK GDPR

  • Rights of access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection.
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time where applicable.
  • Right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority.

California – CCPA/CPRA

  • Right to know, correct, and delete certain personal information.
  • Right to opt out of “sale”/“sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising.
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights.

How to exercise your rights: Email privacy@sikkimedu.com. We may verify your identity before acting on your request. If you use an authorised agent (California), we may require proof of authorisation.

Children’s privacy

Our Site is for a general audience and not directed to children under the age required by law. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

International transfers

We may process and store information in countries other than where you live. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards.

Do Not Track

Because there is no common industry standard, our Site does not respond to DNT signals.

Articles may contain links to external websites or embedded content (videos, posts, ads). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites or services.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date indicates the latest revision. Material changes will be highlighted on this page or notified where required.

Contact & grievance officer

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this policy or our data practices, contact us:

Grievance Officer (India): [Name of Grievance Officer]
Email: grievance@sikkimedu.com
Phone: +91-XXXXXXXXXX

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