Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10 March 2025

Welcome to Bengalpress.com, a decentralized online newspaper committed to delivering unbiased, transparent, and community-driven news. At Bengal Press, we deeply value your privacy and are dedicated to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data when you interact with our platform. By using BengalPress.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Introduction

BengalPress.com operates on a decentralized model, meaning we prioritize user autonomy, data security, and transparency. Unlike traditional centralized platforms, we aim to minimize data collection and ensure that your information remains under your control. This Privacy Policy explains:

  • What information we collect and why.

  • How we use and protect your data.

  • Your rights and choices regarding your personal information, including rights under the CPRA, CCPA, and CalOPPA.

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to provide and improve our services. The types of data we collect include:

Information You Provide Directly

  • Account Information: If you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, and username.

  • Comments and Contributions: When you submit comments, articles, or other content, we collect the information you provide.

  • Communications: If you contact us via email or other channels, we retain records of those communications.

Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage Data: We collect information about your interactions with BengalPress.com, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and links clicked.

  • Device Information: We may collect data about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.

  • Decentralized Data: As a decentralized platform, some data may be stored on distributed networks (e.g., blockchain or IPFS). This data is typically anonymized and encrypted.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. These tools help us:

  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns.

  • Remember your preferences and settings.

  • Deliver personalized content and advertisements (if applicable).

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide, maintain, and improve our services.

  • To personalize your experience on BengalPress.com.

  • To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries and sending updates (if you opt-in).

  • To analyze usage trends and optimize our platform.

  • To enforce our terms of service and protect the security of our platform.

How We Share Your Information

As a decentralized platform, we are committed to minimizing data sharing. However, in certain circumstances, we may share information as follows:

  • With Your Consent: We will share your data only if you explicitly consent.
  • Service Providers: We may engage third-party vendors to assist with hosting, analytics, or other services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.

  • Legal Obligations: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

  • Decentralized Networks: Some data may be stored on decentralized networks (e.g., blockchain or IPFS). This data is typically anonymized and encrypted.

Data Security

We employ robust security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest.

  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.

  • Decentralized storage solutions to reduce single points of failure.

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

6.1. General Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can update or correct inaccurate information.

  • Deletion: You can request the deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.

  • Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving promotional communications.

  • Data Portability: You can request a portable copy of your data.

Rights Under CPRA and CCPA

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the CPRA and CCPA:

  • Right to Know: You can request details about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the sources of that information, the purposes for which we use it, and the third parties with whom we share it.

  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale: BengalPress.com does not sell your personal information. However, if this changes in the future, we will provide a clear “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link on our website.

  • Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: You can request that we limit the use of your sensitive personal information (e.g., racial or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, etc.) to only what is necessary to provide our services.

  • Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right to not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

 Rights Under CalOPPA

Under the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA), we are required to:

  • Clearly post this Privacy Policy on our website.

  • Inform you about the types of personal information we collect and how it is used.

  • Provide a mechanism for you to review and request changes to your personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@bengalpress.com or visit bengalpress.com/contact-us/

International Data Transfers

As a decentralized platform, your data may be processed and stored in various locations worldwide. We ensure that all data transfers comply with applicable privacy laws and are protected by appropriate safeguards.

Children’s Privacy

BengalPress.com is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email. Your continued use of BengalPress.com after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: contact@bengalpress.com
Contact Form: Contact Us

Thank you for trusting BengalPress.com with your information. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and providing a secure, decentralized platform for news and communityÂ