Last updated: 26 October 2026
This Privacy Policy explains what personal data TheSkypedia (theskypedia.com) collects, why, how long we keep it, who we share it with, and your rights. It applies to this website only.
Who we are
TheSkypedia (“we”, “us”) is an organisation based at T-Hub, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. For any privacy question or request, email [email protected]. This address is also our grievance contact for users in India.
What we collect and why
| Data | When | Why | Legal basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP address, browser, device and pages visited | Every visit (server logs, security and caching) | Run, secure and speed up the site | Legitimate use / legitimate interest |
| Usage statistics via cookies | If analytics cookies are allowed | Understand which articles are useful (Google Analytics) | Consent |
| Advertising cookies and identifiers | If advertising cookies are allowed | Show and measure ads (Google AdSense) | Consent |
| Name and email address | When you subscribe to our newsletter | Send new articles and updates (Mailchimp) | Consent; unsubscribe any time |
| Name, email, website, comment text, IP address | When you post a comment | Publish your comment and filter spam | Consent / legitimate interest |
| IP address (shortened) | When you rate a post | Allow one rating per visitor | Legitimate interest |
| Anything you write to us | When you email us | Reply to you | Consent |
We do not ask for sensitive personal data, and we do not sell personal data.
Cookies
Cookies are small files stored by your browser. We use:
- Essential cookies for security, caching and remembering your preferences (for example dark mode).
- Analytics cookies from Google Analytics to count visits and understand how the site is used.
- Advertising cookies from Google AdSense. Google and its partners use cookies to show ads based on your visits to this and other websites. You can turn off personalised ads at Google Ad Settings and learn more at How Google uses cookies in advertising.
Visitors from the European Economic Area, the UK and Switzerland see a consent message (Google’s certified consent management platform) before analytics and advertising cookies are used. You can change or withdraw your choice at any time using the “Privacy and cookie settings” link shown on the site.
You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Blocking some cookies may affect how the site works.
Who we share data with
We use these service providers, who process data on our behalf or as independent controllers under their own policies:
- Google (Analytics, AdSense, Search Console)
- Mailchimp (Intuit) for the newsletter
- Our web hosting provider and Cloudflare, which deliver and protect the site
- Gravatar (Automattic), which may show a profile image next to comments
Some of these providers store data outside India, including in the United States. We may also disclose data if required by law.
How long we keep data
- Newsletter details: until you unsubscribe.
- Comments: as long as the comment is published, or until you ask us to remove it.
- Analytics data: according to the retention period set in Google Analytics.
- Emails to us: as long as needed to handle your request.
Your rights
Depending on where you live, including under India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and the EU/UK GDPR, you can:
- Ask what personal data we hold about you and get a copy
- Ask us to correct or delete it
- Withdraw consent at any time (for example, unsubscribe or change cookie choices)
- Nominate another person to exercise your rights (India)
- Raise a grievance with us, and if unresolved, with the Data Protection Board of India or your local data protection authority
To use any right, email [email protected]. We reply within 30 days.
Children
This site is meant for adults and older students. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18 without verifiable consent from a parent or guardian. If you believe a child has given us personal data, email us and we will delete it.
Security
The site uses HTTPS, regular backups, updated software and spam protection. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Links to other websites
Our articles link to other websites, including online stores. Their privacy practices are their own, so please read their policies.
Changes to this policy
We will update this page when our practices change and revise the “Last updated” date above.
Contact
Privacy questions, requests and grievances: [email protected].