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Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Nepal Connect respects the privacy of its users and is committed to protecting personal data in a transparent and responsible manner.
This Privacy Policy explains how Nepal Connect collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when users access the website, register an account, subscribe to content, make donations, or otherwise interact with the platform.
2. Who We Are
Nepal Connect is an independent digital publishing platform focused on Nepal’s social, economic, and grassroots development.
Personal data is processed by the legal entities operating Nepal Connect, including the publishing company and, where relevant, the associated foundation, each acting as a data controller for its respective activities.
3. What Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
- Name and contact details such as email address
- Account information related to registration and subscriptions
- Payment related information processed via third party payment providers
- Communication data when users contact us
- Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and device information
- Usage data related to how the website is accessed and used
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data.
4. Why We Collect Data
Personal data is collected and processed for the following purposes:
- To provide access to registered and subscription based content
- To manage user accounts, subscriptions, and donations
- To communicate with users about updates, newsletters, or support requests
- To improve website performance, content, and navigation
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the General Data Protection Regulation, Nepal Connect processes personal data on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- User consent
- Performance of a contract, such as a subscription
- Legitimate interest in operating and improving the platform
- Compliance with legal obligations.
6. Data Sharing
Nepal Connect does not sell personal data.
Personal data may be shared only with trusted third parties where necessary, including:
- Payment service providers
- Email and newsletter service providers
- Website hosting and analytics providers
All third parties are required to process data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to meet legal requirements.
Users may request deletion of their personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
8. Data Security
Nepal Connect takes appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
No system can guarantee absolute security, but we continuously review and improve our safeguards.
9. User Rights
Users have the right to:
- Access their personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Requests can be submitted via the contact details on the website.
10. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes take effect once published on the website.