Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 14, 2026

At West Bengal Times (westbengaltimes.co.in), we respect the privacy of our visitors and are committed to protecting the information they share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you visit our website, how it may be used and what choices may be available to you.

By accessing or using westbengaltimes.co.in, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

When you visit West Bengal Times, certain technical and usage-related information may be collected automatically.

This information may include:

1. Internet Protocol (IP) address.
2. Browser type and version.
3. Device type and operating system.
4. Referring website or source.
5. Pages visited and time spent on the website.
6. Date and time of your visit.
7. General website usage and interaction information.

We may use this information to maintain website security, analyse traffic, monitor performance and improve the overall visitor experience.

2. Information You Voluntarily Provide

We may receive personal information when you voluntarily contact us through email or use any feature on our website that requires you to submit information.

Depending on the nature of your communication, this may include:

1. Your name.
2. Your email address.
3. The subject and contents of your message.
4. Any other information you choose to provide.

We use such information to respond to enquiries, address feedback, review correction requests, handle copyright complaints and provide relevant assistance.

We do not ask visitors to provide unnecessary personal information.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

West Bengal Times may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and understand how visitors interact with our content.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember certain information and preferences.

They may be used for:

1. Improving website performance and functionality.
2. Understanding visitor behaviour.
3. Analysing website traffic.
4. Supporting advertising services.
5. Remembering certain user preferences.

You can manage, restrict or disable cookies through your web browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect some website features.

4. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising

West Bengal Times may display advertisements through third-party advertising providers, including Google AdSense and other advertising networks.

These advertising providers may use cookies, web beacons or similar technologies to collect information about visitors’ interactions with advertisements and websites.

Google and its advertising partners may use information from visits to this website and other websites to provide, measure and personalise advertisements, depending on applicable settings and user choices.

Visitors can learn more about Google’s advertising practices and manage available advertising preferences through Google’s official resources:

Google Advertising: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

Google Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com/

We do not directly control the data collection practices of third-party advertising providers. Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those services for further information.

5. Analytics and Website Performance

We may use third-party analytics tools, such as Google Analytics or similar services, to understand how visitors use our website.

These tools may collect technical and usage information, including:

1. Browser and device information.
2. Approximate geographical location.
3. Pages viewed and navigation patterns.
4. Traffic sources.
5. Session duration and interactions.
6. Website performance information.

We use aggregated analytics information to understand audience interests, improve published content and enhance website performance.

6. Third-Party Websites and External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, including:

1. Government portals and official departmental websites.
2. Educational institutions and university websites.
3. Recruitment and examination portals.
4. Scholarship and government scheme websites.
5. News organisations and other information resources.

When you click an external link and visit another website, you become subject to that website’s own privacy policy, terms and conditions.

West Bengal Times does not control and is not responsible for the privacy practices, data collection policies, content or security of external websites.

We recommend reviewing the relevant privacy policy before sharing personal information with any third-party website.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect information associated with our website against unauthorised access, misuse, alteration or disclosure.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can guarantee complete security.

Therefore, while we make reasonable efforts to protect information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children’s Privacy

West Bengal Times is a general news and information website intended for a broad audience.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children for unnecessary purposes.

If a parent or legal guardian believes that a child has voluntarily shared personal information with us, they may contact our newsroom. We will review the request and take appropriate action where necessary.

9. Data Retention

Information received through direct communication may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to:

1. Respond to enquiries and feedback.
2. Maintain communication records.
3. Review correction and copyright requests.
4. Resolve disputes.
5. Meet applicable legal or administrative requirements.

We do not intend to retain personal information longer than reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose, subject to applicable legal obligations.

10. Your Privacy Choices

Depending on the services and technologies used, you may have certain choices regarding your information.

You can:

1. Manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
2. Review and adjust available Google advertising preferences.
3. Choose what personal information you share when contacting us.
4. Contact us with questions or concerns about information you have voluntarily provided.

Where applicable, requests relating to personal information will be reviewed in accordance with relevant legal requirements.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise or update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, services, advertising technologies or applicable legal requirements.

Any updates will be published on this page along with a revised Last Updated date.

We encourage visitors to review this page periodically to remain informed about our privacy practices.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our website’s privacy practices, you can contact us using the details below.

Website: https://westbengaltimes.co.in/

Email: desk@westbengaltimes.co.in

Newsroom Address: Park Street, Kolkata – 700016, West Bengal, India

Publisher: West Bengal Times – Kolkata & West Bengal News

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