Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how The Rational Society (therationalist.in) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website. We are committed to transparency and respecting your privacy. This policy applies to all visitors of our site, regardless of location.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through standard web technologies. This includes:
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referral source (e.g., search engine or other website)
We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personally identifiable information unless voluntarily provided through contact forms — and even then, such data is not stored in a database.
How We Use Information
The information we collect is used solely for the following purposes:
- To analyze website traffic and improve user experience
- To understand which content is most valuable to our readers
- To ensure the website functions properly and securely
- To comply with legal obligations under Indian and international laws
We do not use your data for marketing, profiling, or automated decision-making. No personal data is sold, rented, or shared for commercial purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and analyze site usage.
We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain for a defined period). These cookies are strictly for functional and analytical purposes. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to support our website operations:
- Google Analytics: To collect anonymous traffic data and improve site performance. Google Analytics processes data under its own Privacy Policy and does not identify individuals.
- Advertising Networks: We may display ads through ad networks like Google AdSense. These services may place cookies to serve relevant ads, but they do not collect personally identifiable information directly from our site.
We do not control the privacy practices of these third parties. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies for more details.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect the information we collect. Our web server is maintained with firewalls and regular security updates. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Under Indian law, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and international standards like GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: You may request information about what data we collect about you.
- Right to Deletion: You may request deletion of your browsing data if stored temporarily.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can disable cookies and tracking tools at any time via your browser settings.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: If you believe your data rights have been violated, you may contact us or file a complaint with the relevant authority.
For any requests regarding your data, please contact us at [email protected].
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete it 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 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:
Evelyn Hawthorne
2 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
[email protected]
Last Updated: 5 April 2024