Privacy Policy

Last Updated on July 10, 2022

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which RoyD Techno Venture Pvt. Ltd. (EkhonKolkata) collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") in respect of the websites, mobile applications, and all internet and mobile-based products and services offered by RoyD Techno Venture Pvt. Ltd. (www.ekhonkolkata.com).

"You", "Your" and "User" shall include and mean the person who is accessing the aforesaid websites through any means available now or in the future.

Governing Law and Meanings

These Terms of Use are governed by the Laws of India and the meanings of words used herein shall be interpreted in accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and its amendments.

What Information Do We Gather About You?

The information gathered when you interact with EkhonKolkata falls into two categories:

• Personal Information – information you voluntarily provide.
• Non-Personal Information – information collected automatically through technology.

Personal Information

This includes information provided during registration, subscription, surveys, contests, or by linking third-party accounts such as Facebook or Google.

Registration Information

Registration may require details such as email address and demographic information including ZIP code, age, gender, household income, job industry and job title.

Social Media Login

You may register using Facebook or Google. By doing so, you authorize EkhonKolkata to collect and use information shared by those platforms as per this Privacy Policy. EkhonKolkata is not responsible for information collected directly by third parties.

User Generated Content and Public Activities

Any information you share through comments, reviews, ratings or other public activities becomes public and may be used by EkhonKolkata for promotional purposes. We are not responsible for personal information you choose to disclose publicly.

Contests, Surveys and Events

Personal information may be collected during contests, surveys, reader panels, conferences or live events. Such information may be shared in aggregate form unless stated otherwise.

Non-Personal Information Collected Using Technology

We collect non-personal information such as IP address, device type, browser details, operating system, usage patterns, cookies, beacons and local storage technologies.

Cookies and Local Storage

Cookies and similar technologies help us personalize content, manage access and analyze usage. Disabling cookies may limit access to certain features of the website.

Analytics and Log Files

We automatically collect log data to improve our services, marketing efforts and advertising relevance.

Third Parties

Advertisements and services on EkhonKolkata may be provided by third parties who may collect non-personal information through cookies or similar technologies. We do not control their data practices.

How We Use Your Information

• To provide requested services
• For statistical and demographic analysis
• To customize user experience
• For relevant advertising
• To send newsletters and service-related emails

Email Policy

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time. EkhonKolkata does not sell or rent email addresses to third parties without consent.

Information Sharing

We may share information within EkhonKolkata, with service providers, business partners, or as required by law. Participation in our services implies consent to this Privacy Policy.

Managing Your Information

Users may update or request deletion of their personal information by contacting support. Certain data may be retained to meet legal obligations.

Data Security

We use reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect user data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Significant changes will be notified through email or website notices.

Grievance Redressal