This Privacy Policy explains what information CityStory24 (“we”, “us”) collects when you visit our website, how we use it and the choices you have. By using the website you agree to this policy.
Information we collect
You can read CityStory24 without creating an account, and we do not ask readers to register. We collect only limited information:
- Information you send us: If you contact us (for example with a news tip, a correction or an advertising enquiry), we receive the details you choose to share, such as your name, contact details and message.
- Technical information: Like most websites, our servers automatically record standard log data such as your IP address, browser type, device, the pages you open and the date and time of your visit.
- Article view counts: We count how many times a story is read so that we can show trending stories. This count is not linked to your identity.
Cookies and similar technologies
We use a small number of cookies to make the website work the way you expect:
- gp_lang – remembers the language you chose (English or Hindi), for 30 days.
- gp_region – remembers the state you selected, for 30 days.
- gp_seen – remembers the stories you opened in the last day, so that each read is counted only once.
- Your light or dark mode choice is saved in your browser’s local storage.
You can delete or block cookies in your browser settings. The website will still work, but your preferences will not be remembered.
How we use information
- To show the website in your chosen language and state.
- To reply to your messages, news tips and complaints.
- To understand which stories are read most and improve our coverage.
- To keep the website secure and prevent misuse.
We do not sell your personal information.
Advertising
CityStory24 is supported by advertising. Advertisements may be served by third-party advertising partners, who may use cookies or similar technologies to show and measure ads. Their use of information is governed by their own privacy policies.
Third-party services
Our pages load fonts and icons from Google Fonts and Cloudflare (cdnjs). When your browser requests these files, those providers receive your IP address and basic browser information.
Our articles link to other websites, including original news sources, and to our pages on Facebook and Instagram. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.
How long we keep information
We keep information only for as long as it is needed for the purposes described above, or as required by law.
Your choices and rights
You may ask us what personal information we hold about you, and ask us to correct or delete it, subject to applicable Indian law, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. To make a request, contact us through our Contact page.
Children
CityStory24 is a general news website and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The date of the latest update is shown at the top of this page.
Contact us
If you have a question about this policy, please reach us through our Contact page.