At Climate Health Review, we value and respect the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit and interact with our website. By using Climate Health Review, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information to improve our content, enhance user experience, and ensure the security of our website. The information we collect includes:
Personal Information:
– When you subscribe to our newsletter, comment on an article, or contact us, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.
– Personal information is collected only when you voluntarily provide it to us.
Non-Personal Information:
– We collect non-personal information automatically as you navigate through our website. This may include your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and other usage data, such as the pages you visit, the time spent on those pages, and referring website addresses.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
– We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect non-personal information about your interactions with our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us enhance your browsing experience and improve our website’s functionality.
– We use different types of cookies, including:
– Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled in our systems.
– Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This helps us improve the overall performance of our website.
– Functional Cookies: These cookies remember your preferences, such as language settings, to provide a more personalised experience.
– Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements to you and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
a. To Provide and Improve Our Services:
– We use your information to deliver the content and services you request, such as subscribing to our newsletter, responding to inquiries, and improving the functionality and performance of our website.
b. To Communicate with You:
– We may use your email address to send you newsletters, updates, or promotional content related to Climate Health Review. You can opt out of receiving these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link provided in the email.
c. To Analyse Website Usage:
– We use non-personal information to analyse how visitors interact with our website. This helps us understand user behaviour, improve our content, and enhance the overall user experience.
d. To Display Relevant Advertisements:
– We use cookies and tracking technologies to display advertisements that are relevant to your interests. These advertisements may be based on your browsing history, interactions with our content, or demographic information.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties in the following circumstances:
a. Service Providers:
– We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, managing our newsletter, or analysing website usage. These service providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
b. Advertising Partners:
– We may share non-personal information with advertising partners to deliver relevant advertisements on our website. These partners may use cookies and tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our website and other websites to deliver targeted ads.
c. Legal Compliance:
– We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or if we believe that such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of our users.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure servers.
However, please note that no method of transmitting or storing data is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Non-personal information may be retained indefinitely for analytical purposes.
Your Rights and Choices
a. Access and Correction:
– You have the right to access and update the personal information we hold about you. If you would like to review or correct your information, please contact us at [insert contact email].
b. Opt-Out:
– You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly. Please note that even if you opt out, we may still send you non-promotional communications related to your use of our services.
c. Cookie Settings:
– You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies. However, please be aware that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Climate Health Review is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible.
International Users
Climate Health Review is based in New Delhi, India, and our website is intended for users located in South Asia. If you are accessing our website from outside of South Asia, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in India. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to India and its processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we update the policy, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.