1. Introduction & Scope
This Privacy Policy governs the online operations of Clarity Times (claritytimes.org), an independent news media brand owned and operated by Beeps Venture Technologies LLP, headquartered at CSEZ PO, Kakkanad, Ernakulam, Kerala, 682037, India.
We are committed to user privacy and data transparency. As an investigative news organization, we uphold high standards regarding data collection, reader anonymity, and source protection.
2. Information We Collect
We collect only necessary information required to operate and secure our publishing platform:
- Voluntary Correspondence: Information provided voluntarily when contacting our newsroom via email or our contact forms (such as your name, email address, and tip materials).
- Technical & Server Logs: Standard web server access logs (IP addresses, browser user-agents, referring URLs, access timestamps) used strictly for performance optimization, DDoS prevention, and security auditing.
- Operational Cookies: Essential cookies required for website navigation, user sessions, and caching functionality. We do not sell user data to third-party data brokers.
3. Treatment of Confidential Tips & Source Data
Journalistic privilege and source protection are cornerstones of our work. Communications designated as confidential news tips or whistleblower correspondence received at mail@claritytimes.org are handled under encrypted and air-gapped protocols where requested. We do not disclose whistleblower identities to corporate or commercial third parties.
4. Data Sharing & Third Parties
Clarity Times will never monetize, license, or sell visitor databases or email subscriber details. Information is only shared with verified technical infrastructure providers (such as hosting and CDN partners) strictly for platform delivery, or when mandated by lawful court orders under Indian jurisdiction.
5. User Rights & Data Deletion
In accordance with applicable data protection frameworks, users may request the verification, modification, or deletion of any personal data submitted through our contact channels. To exercise these rights, submit a formal request to our compliance desk at mail@claritytimes.org.
6. Policy Updates & Jurisdiction
We may revise this privacy charter periodically to reflect regulatory adjustments or technological updates. Any alterations will be stamped with an updated revision date. Legal inquiries fall under the jurisdiction of the courts of Ernakulam, Kerala, India.