Privacy Policy

At ChapriBike.com, operated by Mohit Kumar, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, www.chapribike.com. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. This policy is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws and prepare for future integration with third-party services, such as advertising platforms.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to improve our website and provide a better user experience. The types of information we collect include:

a. Personal Information

Information You Provide: We may collect details such as your name, email address, or other contact information when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter (if available).
- Contact us via contact forms or email.
- Comment on articles or engage in discussions (if enabled).
Automatically Collected Information: When you visit ChapriBike.com, we may collect:
- Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our website, such as pages visited, time spent, and links clicked.
- Device and Log Data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and other technical details.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track user activity, store preferences, and enhance website functionality.

b. Non-Personal Information

We collect aggregated or anonymized data that does not identify you personally, such as website traffic statistics.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services.
To personalize your experience, such as recommending relevant bike news or content.
To communicate with you, including sending newsletters or updates (if you opt-in).
To analyze website usage and enhance our content.
To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
To prepare for future integration with third-party advertising services, such as Google AdSense, which may serve personalized ads.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:

Understand how you navigate our website.
Save your preferences for future visits.
Analyze website performance.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior and improve our website.
Advertising Cookies (if applicable): In the future, we may use third-party advertising services (e.g., Google AdSense) that set cookies to deliver relevant ads.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect your experience on our website.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to enhance our website’s functionality. These services may collect information about you, as described below:

a. Analytics Tools

We use tools like Google Analytics to track website usage and performance. These tools collect anonymized data, such as page views and visitor demographics, to help us improve our content.
Google Analytics’ data practices are governed by its Privacy Policy.

b. Future Advertising Services

We may integrate third-party advertising services, such as Google AdSense, in the future. These services may collect data like your IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior to serve personalized ads.
If implemented, Google AdSense’s data practices will be governed by its Privacy Policy, and you will be able to opt out of personalized ads via Google’s Ads Settings.

c. Social Media and Sharing Features

Our website may include social media plugins (e.g., Facebook, Twitter) for sharing content. These platforms may collect data when you interact with their features, as outlined in their respective privacy policies.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data in the following cases:

With Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party providers (e.g., hosting services, analytics providers) to operate our website.
For Legal Purposes: We may disclose data if required by law, such as to comply with a court order or protect our rights.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the new entity.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable measures, such as encryption and secure servers, to protect your data. However, no online transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

Access: Request access to the data we hold about you.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
Opt-Out: Opt out of newsletters or data collection (where applicable).

To exercise these rights, contact us at [insert contact email, e.g., contact@chapribike.com]. You can also manage cookies or opt out of personalized ads (if applicable) through your browser or third-party settings.

8. International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted in [insert hosting location, e.g., India or the United States]. If you access our website from another country, your data may be transferred internationally. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

ChapriBike.com is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such data, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.