Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy of Dhamala Times

Hi there, and thank you for visiting Dhamala Times ( https://www.dhamalatimes.com )! We truly value your trust, and we want you to feel confident about how your information is handled when you visit our news website.

This page explains what kind of data we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have to control your own privacy. We follow Google News, AdSense policies, and privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA to make sure your rights are respected.

1. Who We Are

Dhamala Times is an independent digital news platform based in Kathmandu, Nepal. We focus on reliable and timely reporting — covering everything from politics and the economy to stock market insights, technology, and social issues. Our mission is to inform and empower readers in Nepal and across the globe.

2. What We Collect (And Why)

When you visit our website, some information gets collected — either directly from you or automatically from your browser.

a. Information You Provide

You might choose to share things like:

  • Your name and email address (for newsletters, comments, or when contacting us)
  • Any other info you submit through forms or surveys

We never collect sensitive data like your password or payment info.

b. Information Collected Automatically

Just like most websites, we also collect technical details like:

  • Your device, browser type, and operating system
  • Your IP address and rough location
  • Which articles you read, how long you stay, and what pages you click
  • Cookies and tools that help us understand how our site is being used

This helps us make our website better, faster, and more relevant for you.

3. How We Use Your Info

Here’s how we use the information we gather:

  • To make sure the website runs smoothly
  • To understand what content you enjoy and improve it
  • To respond to messages or comments you send us
  • To send you newsletters or updates (only if you sign up)
  • To show relevant ads through Google AdSense
  • To keep our site secure and prevent fraud

We keep your information safe and only use it when we need to.

4. Cookies

We use cookies to remember your preferences, improve your experience, and serve better ads. Some cookies are set by third-party services like Google Analytics and Google AdSense.

Google and its partners may use cookies (including DART cookies) to show you ads based on your browsing activity across the web.

You can turn off or manage cookies in your browser settings. To control Google ads, visit:
➡ https://www.google.com/settings/ads

5. Who We Share Your Info With

We never sell or trade your personal data. We only share it with trusted tools and platforms we use, such as:

  • Google (for analytics and ads)
  • Social media platforms (for sharing content)
  • Web hosting and security providers (to keep the site safe and running)

These services have their own privacy rules, which we encourage you to review.

6. How We Keep Your Info Safe

We use secure technologies like SSL encryption, strong passwords, and trusted third-party tools to protect your data. That said, no method online is 100% perfect — so we encourage you to avoid sharing highly sensitive data through public forms.

7. Your Privacy, Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Ask us to correct or delete your data
  • Withdraw your consent (for newsletters or tracking)
  • Say no to targeted advertising

Just send us an email if you’d like to make any of these requests — we’re happy to help.

8. For Parents: Kids Under 13

Our content is made for a general audience, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age. If you’re a parent or guardian and believe your child shared info with us, please contact us and we’ll remove it quickly.

9. Following the Rules (Google News + AdSense)

This Privacy Policy aligns with:

  • Google News Publisher Center guidelines — transparency, accountability, and credibility
  • Google AdSense program policies — data use, ad personalization, and user control
  • International laws (GDPR for EU users, CCPA for California, etc.)

10. Updates to This Policy

We might update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or how we work. When we do, we’ll update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

11. Got Questions?

We’re real people behind this site — and we’re here to help. If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your information, feel free to reach out:

Dhamala Times
Address : Kathmandu, Nepal
📧 Email: [info@dhamalatimes.com]

Thank you for trusting Dhamala Times. We’re committed to keeping your privacy protected while delivering the news that matters.