Introduction
Bhawani.in (“we”, “our”, “the site”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains
what data we collect when you visit bhawani.in, how we use it, and what rights you have. This policy
complies with India’s Information Technology (Amendment) Act, 2008 and aligns with
GDPR principles for international visitors.
Data We Collect
| Data Type | Why Collected | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| IP address (anonymised) | Security, analytics | 90 days |
| Pages visited, time on site | Improving content quality | 26 months (Google Analytics) |
| Comments (name + email) | Publishing your comment | Until deleted by you |
| Contact form submissions | Responding to your query | 12 months |
Cookies
This site uses the following cookies:
- WordPress session cookies — Required for site functionality (e.g., comment forms). These are session cookies and expire when you close your browser.
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) — Anonymous usage statistics. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
We do not use advertising cookies or tracking pixels for targeted advertising.
Third-Party Services
- Google Analytics — Anonymous traffic analytics. Google Privacy Policy.
- WordPress.org — Content management platform.
- Hosting provider — Server logs are maintained per standard hosting agreements.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to data we hold about you
- Request deletion of your data (comments, contact submissions)
- Opt out of analytics cookies at any time
To exercise these rights, email: ishrikantbhosale [at] gmail [dot] com
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The date of last update is shown below.
Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Last updated: May 2026