At Scotland Journal, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and safeguard information when you visit our website.
By using Scotland Journal, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Who We Are
Scotland Journal is a digital news and information website covering news, current affairs, lifestyle and public interest stories relevant to Scotland and the wider UK.
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us.
Information We Collect
We may collect limited personal information when you interact with our website. This includes information you choose to provide, as well as data collected automatically.
Information you may provide includes your name and email address when contacting us, subscribing to newsletters or submitting comments.
Information collected automatically may include your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on the site and referral sources. This data helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve our content and performance.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to operate and maintain the website, respond to enquiries, improve user experience, analyse audience behaviour, and ensure the security of the site.
If you contact us, your information is used only to respond to your message. We do not use personal data for unsolicited marketing.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Scotland Journal uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance website functionality and analyse traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognise repeat visitors and understand how the site is used.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how certain parts of the website function.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services such as analytics providers, advertising partners or embedded content platforms. These services may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Scotland Journal does not control how third-party websites or services handle your data, and we recommend reviewing their privacy policies separately.
Advertising
We may display advertisements on the website. Advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to show ads that are relevant to your interests. These partners do not receive personal information such as your name or email address from us.
Data Protection and Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information against unauthorised access, loss or misuse. While no online system is completely secure, we work to ensure your data is handled safely and responsibly.
Your Data Rights
Under UK data protection laws, including the UK GDPR, you have the right to request access to personal data we hold about you, ask for corrections, request deletion where appropriate, and object to certain types of data processing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided above.
Children’s Information
Scotland Journal does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16. If you believe a child has provided personal data on our website, please contact us and we will take appropriate action.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical or editorial changes. Any updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: babumanish.kuwar@gmail.com