PRIVACY POLICY — NationWideNews
Last Updated: March 4, 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to NationWideNews (nationwidenews.in). Protecting the privacy of our readers is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our website.
By accessing or using NationWideNews, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.
NationWideNews is an independent digital news platform based in Surat, Gujarat, India, covering news related to Gujarat, cricket, weather updates, events, and other developments across India.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect different types of information when you visit our website.
A. Information You Provide Directly
You may voluntarily provide information such as:
- Your name and email address when submitting our contact form
- Messages, feedback, or news tips sent through our contact page
- Comments or communications submitted to our editorial team
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you browse our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type and browser version
- Device type such as mobile, desktop, or tablet
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Referring website or search query used to access our site
- Date and time of visits
- Operating system information
C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies, including:
- Session cookies necessary for website functionality
- Analytics cookies through Google Analytics
- Advertising cookies used by Google AdSense
- Third-party cookies from embedded content
We do not collect sensitive personal information such as financial details, government identification numbers, or health data.
3. How We Use Your Information
The information collected may be used for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain our website
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To analyze visitor traffic and understand reader preferences
- To respond to inquiries submitted through our contact forms
- To display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- To detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity
- To comply with legal or regulatory obligations
We do not use your personal information for purposes other than those described in this Privacy Policy.
4. Cookies Policy
NationWideNews uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website.
A. Essential Cookies
These cookies are required for the basic operation of the website and enable features such as page navigation and secure access.
B. Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Website navigation behavior
This information helps us improve our content and website performance.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the browser add-on available at:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
C. Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
NationWideNews participates in the Google AdSense advertising program. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this website or other websites.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:
https://adssettings.google.com
D. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow users to control or delete cookies through browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features or functionality of the website.
5. Google AdSense and Advertising
NationWideNews displays advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners.
Google and its partners may use cookies and web beacons to collect information about visits to this and other websites in order to display relevant advertisements.
Google’s advertising cookies allow it and its partners to show ads to users based on prior visits to our site or other websites.
For more information about how Google uses data, please visit:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
Users may opt out of the use of the DART advertising cookie by visiting:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
6. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how users interact with our website. The information generated by these cookies may be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers located outside India.
Google may use this information to evaluate website usage, generate reports on website activity, and provide services related to website analytics.
More information about Google Analytics can be found at:
https://analytics.google.com
7. Third-Party Links
NationWideNews may contain links to external websites, news sources, or third-party platforms for informational purposes.
We do not control the content or privacy practices of these external websites. NationWideNews is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from your use of external sites.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
8. Data Sharing and Disclosure
NationWideNews does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
However, information may be shared in limited circumstances such as:
- With trusted service providers that help operate our website, including Google Analytics and Google AdSense
- When required by law, legal process, or government authority
- To protect the rights, safety, or property of NationWideNews, its readers, or the public
- In connection with a business transfer, merger, or acquisition if applicable
Third-party service providers are expected to process data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
9. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
NationWideNews uses HTTPS encryption to secure communication between your browser and our servers.
However, no method of data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
If you believe your interaction with our website is no longer secure, please contact us immediately.
10. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.
Contact form submissions may be stored for a reasonable period in order to respond to inquiries and maintain records.
Analytics data collected through Google Analytics is retained according to Google’s data retention policies.
11. Children’s Privacy
NationWideNews is a general news website intended for a broad audience. Our services are not specifically directed at children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years old. If you believe that a child has provided personal information through our website, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove such data.
12. Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Right to Access – Request a copy of personal data we hold about you
- Right to Correction – Request correction of inaccurate information
- Right to Deletion – Request deletion of your personal information where legally permissible
- Right to Object – Object to certain processing activities
- Right to Opt Out of Advertising – Control personalized ads through Google Ads Settings
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
NationWideNews may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be published on this page along with an updated Last Updated date.
We encourage users to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect personal information.
Continued use of the website after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you may contact us at:
NationWideNews
Location: Surat, Gujarat, India
Website
https://nationwidenews.in
Contact Page
https://nationwidenews.in/contact-us/
Email
newcomers.blog2020@gmail.com
We aim to respond to privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours whenever possible.