Privacy Policy

Welcome to TechRay News

Thank you for visiting TechRay News (techraynews.com). We care about your privacy and want you to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. We comply with important privacy laws like the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Use of This Website

This privacy policy explains:

What information we collect and how we collect it
How we protect your information
How we use your information
Your rights regarding your personal data
How long we keep your data
How to contact us with questions or requests

This website and our associated events and publications serve professional and consumer audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 13 years old.

Special Notes for EU and California Residents

If you live in the European Union, certain parts of this policy apply specifically to you.
If you are a California resident, additional provisions apply under the CCPA.

What Information We Collect

We collect professional information similar to what appears on a business card, including:

First and last name
Job title
Employer or company name
Work address
Work email
Work phone number

Sometimes, we ask for extra details like company size and industry.

We may also combine this with data from trusted third-party sources to keep your profile updated.

Automatic Data Collection:
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect:

IP address
General location (city or region)
Browser type and operating system
Pages you visit and your activity on our site

For details, see our Cookie Policy, and if you’re an EU or California resident, you can manage cookie preferences at our Member Preferences Center.

How We Collect Your Information

We collect your personal data when you:

Register for products, content, or services such as newsletters, contests, webinars, events, or premium content
Interact with sponsored content or third-party offers

What Happens if You Don’t Provide Personal Data?

To deliver the products or services you request, we need certain personal information. Without it, we may not be able to provide those products or services.

TechRay News Publishing Network

TechRay News operates multiple websites and services collectively called the TechRay News Publishing Network. We may share your personal data within this network and with trusted third parties, including:

Event and webinar co-hosts
Marketing and customer relationship management providers
Content sponsors in technology and enterprise IT
Research and analytics firms
Advertising partners

We only share your data with partners if you have interacted with their sponsored content or given consent.

How We Protect Your Personal Data

Security Measures

We use technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. Our partners must also maintain similar security standards.

Storage of Data

Your personal data may be stored on secure TechRay News servers or by trusted third-party cloud service providers under strict security agreements.

How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your information to:

Communicate with you: Send important notices about your registration, transactions, or changes to our policies.
Deliver products and services: Provide what you have requested, including managing contests or promotions.
Improve our offerings: Perform audits, data analysis, and research to improve our services.
Present offers: Share information about TechRay News or third-party products and services you might find interesting, with your consent.

Legal Basis for Processing Your Data (For EU Residents)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:

Your consent to receive services and communications.
Our legitimate interests in providing services, improving them, and offering relevant business information, as long as your rights are respected.

Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share your data for the following purposes:

Within TechRay News Network: To provide products, content, and services, and for internal analytics.
Third-party sponsored content and events: To register you and communicate about offers you request. After sharing, the third party’s privacy policies apply.
Business operations: With service providers like payment processors, delivery services, and email platforms.
Legal requirements: When required by law or legal process.
Business transfers: In case of sale or transfer of TechRay News or its assets.

For EU residents, sharing personal data outside the EU or EEA only occurs with appropriate safeguards in place.

How Long We Keep Your Personal Data

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to:

Provide the requested products and services
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Typically, we keep data for the duration of your relationship with us plus up to 3 years afterward. Data related to promotions is kept for 1 year after the event ends. After this, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you have rights to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion, subject to legal exceptions
Restrict how we process your data
Receive your data in a portable format
Object to processing, including marketing
Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise your rights, please visit our Member Preferences Center or contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: dpo@techraynews.com
Mail:
Mr. Pravin Popalghat
TechRay News
Off. no 08/11/12, A Wing,
City Vista, Fountain Road,
Kharadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411014, India

We respond within 30 days, with an optional extension of up to 60 days if needed.

California Consumer Rights

California residents may also:

Opt out of the sale of personal data
Request additional information as per CCPA

You can exercise these rights via the Member Preferences Center.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

Ensure website functionality (necessary cookies)
Understand site usage and improve performance (analytics cookies)
Deliver personalized advertising (advertising cookies)

You can manage your cookie preferences anytime in the Member Preferences Center. EU and California residents must consent to non-essential cookies.

Confirming Your Personal Data

To confirm what personal data we hold, update your information, or request a copy, please visit our Member Preferences Center.

Erasing Your Personal Data

EU residents and California consumers can request data erasure at the Member Preferences Center. We comply unless legally obligated to retain certain data.

Opting Out of Marketing Communications

To stop receiving marketing emails or communications from TechRay News, please visit the Member Preferences Center.

Restricting Processing of Your Data

If you want to limit how we process your data, please use the Member Preferences Center.

Opt-Out of Sale of Personal Data (California Residents)

California consumers can opt out of the sale of their personal information through the Member Preferences Center.

How to Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or complaints about privacy:

Contact:
Mr. Pravin Popalghat
TechRay News
Off. no 08/11/12, A Wing,
City Vista, Fountain Road,
Kharadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411014, India
Email: dpo@techraynews.com
Phone: +91-7841023933

If you feel your concerns are not addressed, you can file a complaint with:

Your local data protection authority (EU residents)
The California Attorney General’s office (California residents)

Mailing Address for Privacy Notices

TechRay News
Off. no 08/11/12, A Wing,
City Vista, Fountain Road,
Kharadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411014, India

Last updated: May 2, 2025