Effective Date: 14/02/2026

Mumbai Smart City (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our readers, visitors, and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, interact with our digital platforms, or engage with our weekly newspaper services.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

• Name and contact details (such as email address or phone number) when you contact us, subscribe, or submit information.

• Information provided voluntarily through forms, newsletters, or feedback submissions.

Non-Personal Information

• Browser type and device information

• IP address

• Pages visited and time spent on the website

• General analytics data used to improve user experience

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and improve our news content and services

• Respond to inquiries, tips, or editorial submissions

• Send newsletters or updates (only if you subscribe)

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Maintain security and prevent misuse

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

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3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Understand visitor behavior

• Improve content and navigation

• Enhance website performance

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

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4. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools such as analytics providers or social media platforms. These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies. Mumbai Smart City is not responsible for third-party privacy practices.

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5. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security.

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6. Links to External Websites

Our articles may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

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7. Children’s Privacy

Mumbai Smart City does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If such information is identified, it will be removed promptly.

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8. Your Rights

You may contact us to:

• Request access to your personal data

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your data (where applicable)

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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

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10. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, editorial matters, or data concerns, please contact:

Mumbai Smart City
Founder & Chief Editor: Yusuf Patel
Malwani, Malad, Mumbai, India
Email: support@mumbaismartcity.com