Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how India Book Bazaar (operated by letsreadindia.co.in) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website. We respect your privacy and are committed to transparency about the data we handle. This policy applies to all visitors and users of our site.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through standard web technologies. We do not require you to register, create an account, or provide personal details such as your name, email, or phone number.
- Server logs: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited
- Cookies: Small text files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience
- Usage data: Time spent on pages, click patterns, and navigation behavior
- Device information: Screen resolution, language settings, and connection type
How We Use Information
The information we collect is used solely for the following purposes:
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To analyze traffic patterns and popular content
- To ensure the website functions correctly and securely
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
We do not use your data for marketing, profiling, or automated decision-making. No personal data is stored in databases or shared with third parties except as described below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to make our website work better. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage.
- Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality (e.g., session management)
- Analytics cookies: Used by third-party services to understand how visitors interact with our site
- Advertising cookies: May be used by ad networks to show relevant content
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your browsing experience but will not prevent you from accessing our content.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to help operate and improve our website:
- Google Analytics: To collect anonymous traffic data and measure site performance
- Advertising networks (e.g., Google AdSense): To display relevant ads based on general browsing behavior
- Content delivery networks (CDNs): To improve loading speed and reliability
These services may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We do not control their practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data, including secure servers, encryption during transmission, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under Indian privacy laws and global best practices, you have the right to:
- Know what data is being collected about you
- Request deletion of your browsing data from our analytics logs (subject to technical feasibility)
- Opt out of non-essential cookies via your browser or cookie consent banner
- Be informed about any data sharing with third parties
While India does not yet have a comprehensive federal data protection law, we follow principles of transparency and accountability as recommended by the Personal Data Protection Bill (PDPB) and international standards.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child has provided information without parental consent, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an 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 us at:
Rohan Greenwood
Email: [email protected]
Address: 1 Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Last Updated: 5 June 2024
