1. INTRODUCTION AND JURISDICTION

Molitics Infomedia Pvt. Ltd. ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"), a company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013 and registered in India, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable Indian laws and regulations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, store, and safeguard your personal information when you access our website (https://www.molitics.in), mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Platform"). We provide news, analysis, political cartoons, election information, and political content to users across India and internationally. This Policy is framed in compliance with: The Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act) The Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Guidelines on Data Protection The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) Any other applicable data protection laws in India For international users, this Policy also complies with GDPR (EU), CCPA (California), and global data protection standards. By using our Platform, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described herein.

2. APPLICABILITY AND GOVERNING LAW

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the Molitics Platform, including: Indian residents and citizens Persons visiting from outside India Persons accessing via VPN or proxy PRIMARY JURISDICTION: India. This Policy is governed by the laws of India, specifically the IT Act, 2000 and DPDPA, 2023. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in New Delhi, India. For users in EU/EEA, GDPR rights are also applicable. For users in California, CCPA rights are also applicable.

3. KEY DEFINITIONS (AS PER INDIAN LAW)

As per IT Rules 2011 and DPDPA 2023: "Personal Data" means any information relating to an identified person or an identifiable person, such as: Name, email address, phone number, IP address State/region preference, profile picture, login credentials Browsing history, device information "Sensitive Personal Data" means personal data that reveals: Password and financial information (bank account, credit card) Biometric data (if applicable) Medical history (if applicable) Sexual orientation or religious beliefs (not intentionally collected) "Data Principal" means the person to whom personal data relates (you, the user). "Data Fiduciary" means we (Molitics), the entity collecting and controlling your personal data.

4. CONTACT INFORMATION & DATA PROTECTION OFFICER

  • Registered Address:Farm No 38-B(Rear Villa) Road No-2, Khasra No 287/2, Ghitorni, New Delhi-110030, India
  • General Inquiries: Email: office@molitics.in
  • Privacy & Data Protection Concerns: Email: privacy@molitics.in
  • Write to: Data Protection Officer, Molitics, above address
  • Grievances under DPDPA 2023: File complaint with: Data Protection Board of India (once established) Or contact our DPO at: privacy@molitics.in
  • 5. COLLECTION OF PERSONAL AND SENSITIVE DATA

  • 5.1 Data You Provide Directly
  • When you register, subscribe, or interact with our Platform, we collect: Full name Email address Phone number (optional) State/district preference (for localized political news) Age verification (to comply with COPPA and DPDPA) Profile picture or avatar Messages, comments, or feedback via contact forms

  • 5.2 Data Collected Automatically (Web Logs)
  • We collect technical data automatically: Internet Protocol (IP) address Browser type, version, and Operating System Internet Service Provider (ISP) Date, time, and timezone of access Pages visited, links clicked, duration of visit Device type and unique device identifier Geographic location (approximate, based on IP)

  • 5.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
  • We use cookies and tracking technologies to: Recognize you and remember preferences Analyze how you use our Platform (Google Analytics) Serve personalized advertisements (Google AdSense, DART cookies) Improve security and prevent fraud IMPORTANT: We use cookies for tracking and analytics. This is NOT disabled by default. See Section 6 for opt-out options.

  • 5.4 Third-Party Login
  • When using third-party login (Google), we collect and store only: Name Email address Profile image We DO NOT collect or store your password. We do not share this data with other third parties without explicit consent.

    6. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES (DETAILED)

    As per IT Rules 2011, we are transparent about cookie usage:

  • 6.1 Essential Cookies
  • Purpose: Basic functionality (login, security, session management) Cannot be disabled without breaking the Platform

  • 6.2 Analytics Cookies
  • Google Analytics: Track user behavior, page views, content popularity Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

  • 6.3 Advertising Cookies
  • Google AdSense / DART Cookies: Personalized ad serving based on browsing history Opt-out: https://adssettings.google.com/u/0/authenticated

  • 6.4 Social Media Pixels
  • Facebook Pixel, Twitter/X Tracking, Instagram Tracking (via footer links) Used for social advertising and content sharing analytics

  • 6.5 How to Disable Cookies
  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies via Preferences/Settings
  • Do Not Track (DNT): If enabled in your browser, we honor it and disable tracking cookies
  • Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com/u/0/authenticated
  • Google Analytics Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
  • Note: Disabling cookies may affect some Platform features
  • 7. PURPOSE OF COLLECTION AND USE OF PERSONAL DATA

    As per DPDPA 2023, we collect data only for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes: To provide Platform services: Create and manage your account Deliver personalized political news based on state preference Send newsletters and updates (with opt-out) To improve our services: Analyze usage patterns and content popularity Test new features Improve user experience For advertising: Serve targeted ads based on interests Measure ad effectiveness For security and compliance: Detect and prevent fraud Comply with legal obligations Respond to law enforcement requests.

    8. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (DPDPA 2023)

    We process your data based on:

  • Consent: You explicitly agree to this Privacy Policy
  • Contract: To provide Platform services you requested
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with IT Act 2000, DPDPA 2023, or law enforcement
  • Legitimate Interest: Improving services, detecting fraud, security You have the right to withdraw consent at any time. Contact privacy@molitics.in.
  • 9. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA

    9.1 Third-Party Service Providers

  • We may share limited data with: Google (Analytics, Ads, Login): https://policies.google.com/privacy Facebook/Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/policies/ Email service providers (for newsletters) Hosting providers (for technical operations) We ensure these providers have equivalent data protection standards.
  • 9.2 Legal Compliance and Law Enforcement

  • We may disclose your data if required by: Government authorities (with proper legal notice) Court orders or legal process Law enforcement agencies investigating crimes We will notify you of such disclosure unless legally prohibited.
  • Encryption: SSL/TLS for data in transit
  • 9.3 NO SALE OF DATA

  • We DO NOT sell, rent, lease, or trade your personal data to advertisers or third parties for profit.
  • 10. DATA RETENTION AND DELETION

    We retain personal data for:

  • Account Data: As long as your account is active + 1 year after deletion Web Logs: 90 days maximum
  • Cookie Data: Varies by type (essential: session; advertising: up to 24 months)
  • Legal/Compliance: As required by law (minimum 5 years for financial records if applicable)
  • You have the right to: Request deletion of your account and associated data Receive a copy of your data Correct inaccurate data
  • Process: Send written request to privacy@molitics.in with proof of identity. We will respond within 30 days per DPDPA 2023.
  • 11. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY (COPPA, DPDPA, IT RULES)

    As per DPDPA 2023 and IT Rules 2011, children's data receives special protection: We do NOT knowingly collect data from children under 13 years old without parental consent For users 13-18 years old, we require parental/guardian notification If discovered, we immediately delete children's data Parents/guardians: If you believe we have collected your child's data, contact privacy@molitics.in immediately.

    12. DATA SECURITY (REASONABLE SECURITY MEASURES)

    As required by IT Rules 2011 Section 43A, we implement:

  • Encryption: SSL/TLS for data in transit
  • Access Controls: Role-based access; only authorized staff access data
  • Firewalls: Network-level protection against unauthorized access
  • Secure Passwords: Users must create strong passwords (minimum 8 characters)
  • Regular Audits: Annual security reviews
  • However, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but commit to protecting your data to the best of our ability.
  • 13. SECURITY BREACH NOTIFICATION

    In case of a personal data breach:

  • Step 1: We will notify affected users within 1 business day via: In-site notification (upon next login) Email to registered address
  • Step 2: We will conduct a security investigation within 3 days Scope of breach Cause and responsible parties Data affected
  • Step 3: We will remediate vulnerabilities within 7 days
  • Step 4: We will inform the Data Protection Board of India (once established) if breach is significant
  • Step 5: We will provide guidance on protecting your account (change password, monitor account activity)
  • 14. YOUR RIGHTS AS DATA PRINCIPAL (DPDPA 2023)

    Under DPDPA 2023, you have the following rights:


  • Right to Access: Obtain a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
  • Right to Opt-Out: Stop marketing communications and withdraw consent
  • Right to Grievance: File complaint with Data Protection Board
  • How to Exercise: Email privacy@molitics.in with your request and identity proof. We respond within 30 days.
  • 15. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND EXTERNAL SERVICESß

  • Our Platform contains links to external websites and third-party services:
  • Election Commission of India (election data): http://results.eci.gov.in/
  • Google (Ads, Analytics, Login): https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Facebook/Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/policies/
  • Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/en/privacy
  • We are NOT responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing data.
  • 16. INTERNATIONAL COMPLIANCE (GDPR, CCPA)

    For users in the EU/EEA:

  • GDPR rights apply: access, correction, deletion, portability, objection You may lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority
  • Data transfer outside EU: We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • For users in California: CCPA/CalOPPA rights apply: disclose, delete, opt-out We honor Do Not Track (DNT) signals
  • 17. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS AND UNSUBSCRIBE

  • We may send you: Newsletters on political news and elections Updates on new features Promotional offers
  • To unsubscribe: Click "Unsubscribe" link in any email Reply with "UNSUBSCRIBE" Contact: office@molitics.in We honor unsubscribe requests within 10 business days.
  • 18. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

    We may update this Policy periodically. Material changes will be: Posted on this page with a new "Effective Date" Communicated via email to registered users Require explicit consent for significant changes Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

    19. DISCLAIMER

    Molitics Infomedia Pvt. Ltd. is an independent media platform not affiliated with: Government of India or any ministry/department Election Commission of India (we only source official data) Any political party or politician Election data is sourced from http://results.eci.gov.in/ and presented as-is. Content is for informational purposes only.

    Last Updated: May 6, 2026 This Privacy Policy is compliant with Indian law (IT Act 2000, DPDPA 2023) and international standards (GDPR, CCPA). For any privacy concerns, contact: privacy@molitics.in or Data Protection Officer, Molitics, New Delhi