PRIVACY POLICY
1. GENERAL
1.1 EssentialNews Pte. Ltd. (“EssentialNews”, “We”, “Our”, “Us”) is deeply committed to the protection of user information. By using the EssentialNews mobile application (“App”), you (“You”, “Your”, “User”) acknowledge and agree to the collection, receipt, possession, storage, handling, and processing of your personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) as per the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy”).
1.2 This Privacy Policy applies comprehensively and uniformly to all Users who access and interact with the EssentialNews App. It is mandatory for Users to thoroughly review and understand the Privacy Policy prior to submitting any Personal Information.
1.3 At EssentialNews, the privacy of our Users is a core tenet that we hold in high regard. We are unwaveringly dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of Users while simultaneously providing a personalized and enriching service experience.
1.4 Your access and utilization of the contents made available through the EssentialNews App are contingent upon your unequivocal acceptance of this Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy is complementary to the terms and conditions of use (“Terms”). All undefined terms used herein shall bear the meanings assigned to them in the Terms. By acknowledging this Privacy Policy, you affirm that it, along with the Terms, constitutes the contractual basis of our association concerning your use of the App.
2. INFORMATION COLLECTED
2.1 Collection of Traffic Data
In order to ensure a seamless and optimized experience while using the App, EssentialNews automatically and passively gathers and tracks a diverse spectrum of information, including but not limited to IP addresses, domain servers, and other data relevant to your device's interaction with the App and associated applications (collectively referred to as "Traffic Data").
2.2 Collection of Personal Information
To provide you with tailored and pertinent services via the App, EssentialNews may, at times, request and necessitate the provision of Personal Information. This category of information includes, but is not restricted to, contact data (such as email addresses, phone numbers, and details of your contacts), device data, and demographic data (such as time zone, postal address, and location details). Moreover, any communication that you have with us, be it via email or letter, may lead to the collection and storage of the information shared.
3. USAGE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
3.1 The information garnered from you serves a multitude of pivotal purposes, all aimed at ensuring the delivery of effective services. This encompasses the presentation of services in the most efficient manner, the fulfillment of our obligations to you, and communication with you. Such communication could take the form of calls, text messages, or emails, serving transactional, service-related, or promotional purposes.
3.2 While we make it our principle to utilize information in a collective and anonymized form, there are instances where Personal Information could be utilized. These scenarios include but are not limited to the formulation of marketing profiles, facilitating strategic development, data collection, business analytics, management of relationships with advertisers and partners, enabling the provision of the App through appropriate technological services, auditing App usage, and enhancing user experience (collectively referred to as “Permitted Use”).
4. DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
4.1 The confidentiality of Your Personal Information is of paramount importance to us. We do not entertain the notion of revealing Your Personal Information to any third parties except for EssentialNews’ affiliates, trusted third-party service providers, or other responsible entities, who may be located outside India. This disclosure will be governed by lawful contracts and will align with our Privacy Policy and other relevant confidentiality and security measures.
4.2 We firmly adhere to the principle that User information will never be lent, leased, or traded to any third party, maintaining an unwavering stance on safeguarding your privacy. There shall be no renting or selling of User information to any external parties.
5. SECURITY
5.1 The security architecture that safeguards your Personal Information is meticulously crafted to align with the highest standards of industry norms and legal requisites. Our security measures encompass physical, managerial, operational, and technical protocols, which collectively work to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, loss, misuse, or destruction of the Personal Information we gather and store. The nature of these measures is contingent on the type and sensitivity of the data being protected.
5.2 While we earnestly strive to maintain your Personal Information within a secure operational setting, it is imperative to comprehend that total security is an ideal rather than a guarantee. Despite our best efforts, there is no assurance against unintended disclosures of your Personal Information. Should we become privy to any unauthorized disclosure of your Personal Information, we are committed to notifying you about the nature and extent of such disclosure in a timely manner and to the extent permitted by law. To enhance your security, avoid sharing your password with third parties, and in case of any compromise, promptly change your password and contact us at legal@essentialnews.group.
6. UPDATES AND CHANGES TO PRIVACY POLICY
We retain the prerogative to introduce amendments, modifications, or augmentations to this Privacy Policy at any juncture. Subsequent to any alterations, we will duly post them on this page and communicate the changes to you. Continued utilization of our services post any amendments to this Privacy Policy will constitute your consent and acceptance of the revised terms. All information collection and utilization will adhere to the Privacy Policy in effect during the collection period.
7. YOUR RIGHTS
7.1 The right to review and rectify inaccuracies in your Personal Information is an empowerment we readily grant you. Should you desire to peruse and correct any errors present in your Personal Information retained by us, you can initiate the process by reaching out to us at legal@essentialnews.com.
7.2 Our commitment to your autonomy extends to the choice of withdrawing consent for the use of your Personal Information. If you wish to relinquish the previously granted consent or decline to share specific information, we respect your decision. However, in such instances, we maintain the right to restrict or deny certain services, the provision of which necessitates the use of such information.
8. RESTRICTION OF LIABILITY
8.1 The veracity, completeness, and sufficiency of the contents accessible through the EssentialNews App are concepts over which EssentialNews does not lay claim, make promises, or provide guarantees. We explicitly disclaim any liability for errors or omissions in the contents available through the App.
8.2 EssentialNews assumes no responsibility for any implicit, explicit, or statutory warranties, including but not limited to warranties of non-infringement of third-party rights, title, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and freedom from computer virus, with respect to the contents available through the App or its links to external online resources.
8.3 The mention of specific commercial products, processes, or services within the App does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by EssentialNews. This mention is intended solely for the information and convenience of the public.
Should any queries or concerns arise, please feel free to initiate correspondence with Mr Aditya, the designated Grievance Officer, via news.essentiallabs@gmail.com
Last updated on: September, 2021