1. Who We Are
omtelugu.com (“we,” “our,” “Om Telugu,” or “the Site”) is a devotional blog sharing Telugu-language content on Sanātana Dharma, scriptures, stotras, and cultural traditions.
2. Information We Collect
a. Log & Device Data
- IP address, browser type, referring pages, and time stamps are recorded automatically when you visit.
- Purpose: site security, analytics, troubleshooting.
b. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
- Google Analytics cookies track visitor behaviour.
- Google AdSense cookies deliver personalised or non-personalised ads (if ads are active).
- Purpose: measuring audience, improving content, supporting free access through advertising.
c. Voluntary Submissions
- Name, e-mail address, and message content when you, Leave a comment or Contact us via the Contact-Us form.
- Purpose: community interaction and responding to your enquiries.
d. Newsletter (If You Subscribe)
- Name, e-mail address, and engagement statistics collected via our mailing-list provider.
- Purpose: delivering devotional updates you requested.
We do not knowingly collect special-category data or information from children under 13. Parents who believe a minor has submitted data may contact us for deletion.
3. How We Use Your Information
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Site
- Analyse visitor interests to enhance content
- Display contextual or personalised Google ads
- Respond to comments and enquiries
- Send newsletters or alerts you have opted in to receive
4. Cookies & Your Choices
We rely on Google-set cookies for core blog functions, analytics, and ads. EU visitors automatically see Google’s consent banner.
You can:
- Adjust personalised-ads settings in your Google account or visit aboutads.info.
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to disable analytics tracking.
- Block or clear cookies in your browser (site functionality may be reduced).
5. Third-Party Content & Links
Posts may embed YouTube videos, social-media widgets, or link to external sites. Each third-party service has its own privacy policy; we cannot control their cookies after you leave omtelugu.com.
6. Data Sharing & International Transfers
- Google (Blogger, Analytics, AdSense) processes data on our behalf and may store it on servers worldwide.
- E-mail service provider (newsletter) if you are a subscriber.
- We do not sell or rent your personal information.
7. Data Retention
- Analytics log data: up to 26 months (Google default)
- Comments & contact-form submissions: kept indefinitely unless you request deletion
- Newsletter data: stored until you unsubscribe
8. Your Rights
Where applicable (e.g., EU/UK GDPR, Indian IT Rules, CCPA), you may request to access, correct, delete, or restrict personal data, and object to direct marketing. Contact us to exercise these rights.
9. Security
The Site uses HTTPS encryption and security safeguards provided by Google/Blogger. No internet transmission is completely secure; we strive to protect data but cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Children’s Privacy
Content is family-friendly, but we do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. Parents may request deletion of a minor’s data via the contact details below.
11. Changes to This Policy
Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the revised policy.
12. Contact Us
For privacy questions or data requests, reach us via the Contact Us form at
https://www.omtelugu.com/p/contact-us.html
