Last Updated: March 30, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Kashyap Infomedia Private Limited (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use englishshortstories.com (the “Website”).

This policy is issued in compliance with:

• Information Technology Act, 2000
• Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011
• Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect the following personal information when you interact with our Website:

• Name: When you submit a contact form or sign up for our services
• Email Address: For communication and newsletter purposes
• Payment Information: When we implement payment gateway services (credit/debit card details, UPI information, etc. – processed securely by third-party payment processors)

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Website:

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience
• Google Analytics Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, referral sources
• Log Data: Date and time of access, operating system, geographical location

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Website services
• To respond to your inquiries and contact form submissions
• To send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (you may opt-out anytime)
• To process payments when our payment gateway is active
• To analyze website traffic and user behavior using Google Analytics
• To improve our content, services, and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations
• To detect and prevent fraud or security issues

3. Legal Basis for Processing (DPDP Act 2023)

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes
• Legitimate Interest: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests (e.g., website analytics, fraud prevention)
• Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you (e.g., processing payments)
• Legal Obligation: Processing is required by Indian law

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website uses cookies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic through Google Analytics
• Serve relevant advertisements (when advertising is implemented)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect your information:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Website. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5.2 Payment Gateways (When Implemented)

When we implement payment services, your payment information will be processed by third-party payment processors. We do not store complete credit/debit card information on our servers. Payment processors comply with PCI-DSS standards.

5.3 Advertising Services (Future Implementation)

We may use third-party advertising services (such as Google AdSense) in the future. These services may use cookies to serve personalized advertisements based on your browsing history.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, analytics providers) who assist us in operating our Website
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulations
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our users

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security practices and procedures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers and databases
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication measures

Important: No method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

• Contact Form Data: Retained for 2 years or until the inquiry is resolved
• Payment Transaction Data: Retained for 7 years as per Indian tax and accounting laws
• Analytics Data: Retained as per Google Analytics retention settings (up to 26 months)
• Email Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion

9. Your Rights Under DPDP Act 2023

As a data principal under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data we hold
• Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
• Right to Grievance Redressal: Lodge a complaint with our Grievance Officer
• Right to Nominate: Nominate another person to exercise rights in case of death or incapacity

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Grievance Officer (details below).

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside India, particularly for services like Google Analytics. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that adequate safeguards are in place.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date
• Sending an email notification to registered users (if applicable)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Grievance Redressal

14. Consent

By using our Website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Website.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising out of or relating to this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: