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Privacy Policy — Artisan Times

This Privacy Policy describes how Artisan Times (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you access or use the website https://artisantimes.com/ (“the Site”), which publishes news and articles across categories including International News, National News, Sport, Social Media, Tech & Telecom, Business, Gaming, Travel, Health, Science, and Education.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms set out in this Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with the Site:

a) Information Provided by Users

  • Information voluntarily submitted through forms (e.g., name or message when using the contact form)

  • Any data you choose to disclose while communicating through the Site

b) Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect non-personal information such as:

  • IP address and approximate location.
  • Device type, operating system, and browser type.
  • Date, time, and pages accessed.
  • Referring URL or source of visit.
  • Usage patterns and engagement behavior.
  • Cookies and similar tracking identifiers.

2. Use of Information

The information collected may be used for one or more of the following purposes:

  • To publish, manage, and improve the Site’s content and user experience

  • To respond to user inquiries submitted via the contact form

  • To perform analytics and research for editorial and operational decisions

  • To maintain the performance, security, and protection of the Site

  • To display advertisements that help support the Site’s operations

  • To comply with any legal or regulatory obligations where required

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Recognize returning users

  • Improve loading speed and user experience

  • Analyze site traffic and performance

  • Serve advertising and content relevant to user interests

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some features of the Site may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

4. Third-Party Services and Advertising

We may use third-party service providers for purposes such as analytics, content delivery, and display advertising. These third parties may collect, store, and process data according to their own privacy policies. We do not control and are not responsible for their practices.

We do not sell, rent, or trade personally identifiable information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect collected information from unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, or alteration. However, no data transmission or storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure, and we cannot assure absolute protection.

6. External Links

The Site may contain links to external websites that are not operated or controlled by us. We hold no responsibility for the content, security, or privacy practices of those websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external sites before providing any information.

7. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or store information from children. If it is discovered that such information has been collected inadvertently, it will be removed.

8. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site following changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

9. Contact

For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of information, please contact us through the contact page https://artisantimes.com/contact-us/