Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 23 August 2025
Website: https://bihar.wp-fixhub.com
Owner: Rahul Kumar
Contact: help@wp-fixhub.com

This Privacy Policy explains how Bihar Update (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects information when you visit or use biharboardzones.in (the “Site”) and any related content, features, or communications. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.

We are committed to handling your information responsibly, transparently, and in compliance with applicable laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India), GDPR/UK-GDPR (where applicable), and CCPA/CPRA (for California residents).

1) Who We Are

Bihar Update is an educational and career information portal managed by Rahul Kumar. We publish government job updates, exam results, admissions, online forms, and related educational content for users in Bihar and across India.

2) What Information We Collect

We collect two broad categories of information:

A. Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact details: name, email address, and any message content when you contact us or submit forms (e.g., feedback, corrections, advertisement queries).
  • Account or subscription info (if enabled): name, email, preferences, and alert settings (e.g., job alert newsletters).
  • Comments and user-generated content: information you post in comment sections (if activated).
  • Support requests: details you share when seeking assistance.

B. Information Collected Automatically

  • Log data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring/exit pages, date/time stamps, and general usage.
  • Cookies & similar technologies: identifiers stored in your browser or device that help us remember preferences, understand usage, and show ads.
  • Approximate location: derived from IP address for analytics or to serve relevant, compliant advertising.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data (e.g., financial, health, Aadhaar numbers) and we do not seek to identify you personally unless you choose to share such information with us.

3) How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

  • Publish and improve content related to jobs, results, admissions, and online forms.
  • Operate and secure the Site (troubleshoot, prevent fraud/abuse, monitor performance).
  • Respond to your messages and provide support.
  • Send optional updates/alerts (only if you subscribe; you can opt out anytime).
  • Measure analytics (traffic, engagement, performance).
  • Serve and measure advertising, including non-personalized or personalized ads (see AdSense section).

Our legal bases (where relevant) include your consent, legitimate interests (running and protecting our Site), performance of a contract (providing subscribed services), and legal obligations.

4) Cookies & Similar Technologies

Cookies are small files placed on your device. We use:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies (site security, basic functionality).
  • Performance & Analytics Cookies (understand traffic and improve content).
  • Preference Cookies (remember settings like language).
  • Advertising Cookies (deliver and measure ads; may be personalized with your consent in certain regions).

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. If you are in the EEA/UK, we display a consent banner and only set non-essential cookies after you consent. You may withdraw consent at any time via the banner (where available) or by adjusting your browser settings.

5) Google AdSense (Advertising)

We display advertisements via Google AdSense.

We do not have access to, or control over, cookies used by third-party advertisers. Ad technology partners may receive anonymized signals to measure performance and prevent fraud.

6) Analytics

We may use analytics tools (e.g., privacy-aware or consent-based analytics) to understand how visitors use our Site. Where required (e.g., EEA/UK), analytics cookies are only activated after consent.
Note: If we use Google Analytics, IP addresses may be truncated/anonymized where supported. You can opt out using your browser’s add-on or our consent banner (where available).

7) Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

  • Service providers (hosting, security, analytics, ad networks) under confidentiality obligations.
  • Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights, users, or the public.
  • Business transfer scenarios (e.g., merger or acquisition) with appropriate protection measures.

All third parties are expected to process data only for specified purposes and in line with this Policy and applicable laws.

8) Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated:

  • Server logs: typically up to 90 days (unless needed for security/investigations).
  • Contact/support emails: up to 24 months after resolution.
  • Analytics data: typically 24–26 months, or shorter if configured.
  • Subscription lists (if any): until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

We may keep minimal records to comply with law, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements.

9) Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have some or all of these rights:

  • Access: request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction: ask us to fix inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: request deletion of your data (subject to legal limits).
  • Restriction: limit processing in certain cases.
  • Objection: object to processing (including direct marketing).
  • Portability: receive your data in a portable format (where applicable).
  • Consent withdrawal: withdraw consent at any time (does not affect past processing).

India (DPDP Act, 2023): You can access, correct, erase, and withdraw consent for your personal data and raise grievances.
EEA/UK (GDPR/UK-GDPR): You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
California (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to know, delete, correct, and opt out of “sale” or “sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising. We do not sell personal information; to opt out of “sharing,” see Ad settings above or write to us (we will honor GPC signals where feasible).

To exercise any rights, email help@wp-fixhub.com with the subject “Privacy Request” and sufficient details to identify you. We’ll respond within 30 days or as required by law.

10) Children’s Privacy

Our Site is intended for a general audience and not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us and we will promptly delete it.

11) Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including HTTPS encryption, access controls, and routine monitoring. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. You share information at your own risk.

12) International Transfers

If data is processed outside your country, we take appropriate safeguards (e.g., contractual clauses) to protect your information consistent with applicable law.

13) Third-Party Links

Our content may link to external websites (e.g., official government portals). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. Please review their policies before sharing information.

14) Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals. Where required by law (e.g., via consent tools), we will honor your cookie preferences.

15) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the revised Policy.

16) How to Contact Us (and Grievance Officer)

Grievance Officer / Owner: Rahul Kumar
Email: help@wp-fixhub.com
Postal/Location: Bihar, India (correspondence via email preferred)

We aim to resolve privacy complaints within 30 days. If you are not satisfied, you may escalate to the appropriate data protection authority in your region.

17) Consent

By using Bihar Update (biharboardzones.in), you consent to this Privacy Policy and to the processing of your information as described above. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

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