Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how AncientEducationDiary (operated by Kieran Downer) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website puronodiary.in. We are committed to transparency and respect for your privacy. This policy applies to all visitors and users of our informational blog, which does not require registration or collect personal data through forms or databases.
Information We Collect
When you visit puronodiary.in, we automatically collect certain non-personally identifiable information through standard web technologies. This includes:
- IP address (used only for geographical approximation and security monitoring)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website or search term
- Cookie identifiers
We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personally identifiable information unless voluntarily provided by you through external channels (e.g., email inquiries).
How We Use Information
The information we collect is used solely for the following purposes:
- To understand how visitors interact with our content
- To improve user experience and site performance
- To analyze traffic patterns and optimize content delivery
- To ensure the security and integrity of our website
We do not sell, rent, or trade your data. All usage is strictly for internal operational purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage. We use both session cookies (temporary) and persistent cookies (longer-term) for:
- Remembering your language or region preference
- Enabling analytics tools to measure site performance
- Improving navigation and loading speed
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some features of the website.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to help us understand our audience and deliver content effectively. These include:
- Google Analytics — to collect anonymous traffic data and user behavior insights
- Google AdSense — to display relevant advertisements (advertisers may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites)
These third parties have their own privacy policies and are not under our control. We recommend reviewing their policies for details on how they handle data.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect the information we collect. Our website uses HTTPS encryption to secure data transmission. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but take reasonable steps to safeguard your data.
Your Rights
Under Indian information technology laws and global best practices, you have the right to:
- Access the data we collect about your browsing behavior (through your browser’s developer tools or analytics dashboards)
- Request deletion of your browsing data from third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Opt out of targeted advertising through tools like Google Ads Settings or Network Advertising Initiative
- Disable cookies via your browser settings
While Indian law does not currently mandate the same rights as GDPR or CCPA, we respect your privacy and encourage you to exercise control over your digital footprint.
Children's Privacy
AncientEducationDiary is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately, and we will delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most recent version will always be posted on this page with the updated Last Updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Kieran Downer
Email: [email protected]
Address: Ashmolean Museum, Beaumont Street, Oxford OX1 2PH, United Kingdom