Privacy Policy for Kerala Food Channel
Welcome to Kerala Food Channel (www.keralafoodchannel.com). Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website. By accessing or using Kerala Food Channel, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information to improve your experience on our website:
1.1 Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide personal information, such as your name, email address, and contact details, when subscribing to our newsletter, leaving comments, or contacting us directly.
1.2 Non-Personal Information
We automatically collect non-identifiable information, such as:
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- IP address
- Operating system
- Pages viewed, time spent, and other analytics data
This data helps us analyze user behavior and improve the content and functionality of our website.
2. Use of Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our website content and services.
- To respond to your inquiries or comments.
- To personalize your experience and display content relevant to your preferences.
- To analyze website performance and user trends.
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Kerala Food Channel uses cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather data for analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
- Save your preferences for future visits.
- Serve targeted advertisements through Google AdSense.
- Analyze website traffic and improve performance.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
4. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertisers
Kerala Food Channel uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on users’ prior visits to our website or other websites.
- Google’s use of the DART cookie enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to Kerala Food Channel and other sites on the internet.
- Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting the Google Ads Settings page (www.google.com/settings/ads).
Third-party ad networks may also use cookies and similar technologies to measure ad effectiveness and serve relevant ads. Kerala Food Channel does not have control over these cookies.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
Kerala Food Channel does not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except:
- With service providers who assist us in operating the website (e.g., analytics tools, hosting services).
- To comply with legal obligations, enforce our policies, or protect the rights, safety, or property of our users.
6. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites. Kerala Food Channel is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
7. Security of Your Information
We take reasonable measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. By using our website, you acknowledge and accept this inherent risk.
8. Children’s Privacy
Kerala Food Channel does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
9. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information.
- Opt out of data collection for personalized advertising or analytics.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect the latest revision. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: support [a] keralafoodchannel dot com
Website: www.keralafoodchannel.com
Last Updated: [01/01/2025]