Who we are
Blogosphere Harmony is an independent publication about cars and mobility. We operate the website blogosphereharmony.com/ and act as the data controller for information collected through this site. Our owner and editor is Kajal S. For privacy questions, write to privacy@blogosphereharmony.com. Our postal address is Kalpataru Bliss Apartments, Off CST Road, near Mumbai University, Kalina, Santacruz East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400098, India.
What this policy covers
This policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, when we share it, how long we keep it, and the choices available to you. It applies to visits to our site, messages sent through contact forms or email, and any other interaction you have with us online.
The information we collect
You may share information directly when you contact us. Typical details include your name, email address, and the message you write. If you send attachments, we process the content to handle your request.
Some information is collected automatically when you browse. Common examples include pages viewed, time on page, approximate location, device and browser type, and identifiers your browser provides.
Cookies and similar technologies may remember preferences, measure audience reach, keep the site secure, and support advertising that funds our work. Essential cookies keep the site functioning. Optional cookies for analytics or personalised ads operate only with consent in regions where the law requires it.
How we use information
We use personal data to run the site, answer messages, publish and improve content, keep services secure, measure readership, and serve advertising. When you ask us to do something that requires your details, such as replying to a question, we process your data to perform that request. In some cases we rely on legitimate interests, such as preventing abuse and understanding what content is useful to readers. Where the law requires consent, we rely on your consent and you can withdraw it at any time.
Advertising and analytics
We may work with advertising partners and analytics providers. They help us measure readership and display ads. In certain regions, personalised advertising requires your consent. If you do not give consent, you may still see ads, but they will not be tailored to your interests. Partners may use cookies or identifiers to operate their services. You can change your choices through the consent banner when available or by adjusting your browser settings to limit cookies.
Cookies and your choices
A small banner may appear when you first visit. It lets you accept, reject, or manage optional cookies. You can revisit those choices through the same banner when it is shown again, by clearing cookies in your browser, or by writing to us. Essential cookies that deliver pages, balance load, and keep sessions secure continue to operate regardless of consent.
Legal bases we rely on
We rely on consent for optional cookies, analytics in the EEA and UK, and for any personalised ads in those regions. We rely on contract when we need to respond to a request you make or provide a service you asked for.
International transfers
Our site operates from India and may use providers in other countries. When data is transferred from the EEA or UK to a country without an adequacy decision, we put safeguards in place. These include contractual measures and access controls that limit who can see your data. You can contact us for more detail about the safeguards we use.
How long we keep information
We keep contact emails and form submissions for as long as needed to handle your request and for a reasonable period for record keeping. Security logs are kept for a short period to detect and investigate abuse. Analytics may be retained in aggregated or de identified form for trend reporting. When data is no longer needed for the stated purpose, we delete it or de identify it.
Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data. Examples include encryption in transit, access controls for staff accounts, and regular updates to the software that powers our site. No method of transmission or storage is perfectly secure. If a serious incident affects your data, we will follow the law on notifications.
Your rights and choices
You can ask us to confirm whether we process your personal data and to provide a copy. You can ask us to correct inaccurate details or complete incomplete ones. You can ask us to delete personal data where the law allows, for example when it is no longer needed or when you withdraw consent. You can ask us to restrict how we use your data in certain cases, such as while we verify accuracy. You can object to processing based on legitimate interests, including basic profiling that supports advertising or content improvement. If you object, we will stop unless we have compelling legitimate grounds or a legal requirement to continue. You can ask for personal data you provided to us in a usable format and request that we send it to another controller where technically feasible. You can withdraw consent at any time. Withdrawing consent does not affect processing that happened before you withdrew it.
How to exercise your rights
Write to privacy@blogosphereharmony.com and tell us what you would like to do. Include enough detail to help us locate your records. We may ask for information to confirm your identity before we act on your request. We try to respond within one month. If your request is complex, we will tell you if we need more time.
Children
Our content is for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age at which consent is valid in their country. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data without permission, contact us and we will remove it.
India: grievance and contact
If you are in India and wish to raise a concern, you can write to our Privacy Lead at privacy@blogosphereharmony.com. You can also write to the postal address on this page. We will review your message and respond in a reasonable time.
EEA and UK: consent and representative
Visitors in the EEA and UK see a consent banner for optional cookies and any personalised ads. Based on our current activities and scale, we do not meet the criteria that require the appointment of an EU representative. If this changes, we will appoint a representative and update this page.
Third party links and services
Our articles may mention third party tools, dealer finders, finance calculators, or service centres. If you choose to use them, their privacy practices apply. We do not control those services and are not responsible for their content or policies.
Changes to this policy
We review this policy when our practices change or when the law requires an update. If the changes are material, we will post a clear notice on the site. The date at the end of this page shows when this policy was last updated.
Contact
For privacy questions or requests, write to privacy@blogosphereharmony.com. You can also write to Blogosphere Harmony at Kalpataru Bliss Apartments, Off CST Road, near Mumbai University, Kalina, Santacruz East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400098, India.
