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Effective Date: 01-11-2024

Welcome to Gemzine.in , the official magazine website of GEMS Arts and Science College’s Department of Multimedia in association with the Journalism Club. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information. By accessing and using our website, you agree to the terms of this policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the website.

1. Information We Collect

Our website is a publishing platform for news articles, magazines, events, and updates relevant to the college community. We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When users engage in certain activities on our website, such as leaving comments, subscribing to updates, or submitting content for publication, we may collect personal information such as names, email addresses, and contact details.
  • Usage Data: We automatically collect information on how visitors use and interact with our website, including IP addresses, browser types, device information, and time spent on the website. This data is used to help improve website performance and user experience.
  • Comments and Content Submissions: When users leave comments on articles or submit content for potential publication, we collect the content of those submissions along with any personal information voluntarily provided.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Publishing and Moderation: User-submitted content, including comments and articles, may be published on our website after review. This enables us to maintain a platform for sharing and promoting academic and journalistic work.
  • Communication: We may use contact information provided by users to send notifications or updates, including new article releases, event information, or significant website changes. Users can opt out of these communications at any time.
  • Site Improvement: Usage data helps us monitor website performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure a smooth user experience.

3. Comments and Public Content

Our website allows users to comment on published articles. Please note:

  • Public Nature of Comments: Any information shared within a comment, including the user’s name, may be publicly visible on our website. Therefore, we advise caution when disclosing any personal information within comments.
  • Moderation and Review: Comments are subject to moderation to maintain a respectful and appropriate environment. We reserve the right to remove or edit comments that are deemed inappropriate, offensive, or irrelevant.
  • User Responsibility: Users should be mindful of their own privacy and the privacy of others when posting comments. Avoid sharing sensitive information that you would not want to be publicly accessible.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share limited information under specific circumstances:

  • Academic and Club Partners: Information related to articles, events, and other published content may be shared with academic partners within GEMS Arts and Science College, particularly for collaborative purposes with the Journalism Club and the Department of Multimedia.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests to comply with legal processes or regulatory obligations.

5. User Rights and Choices

As a user, you have certain rights regarding your data:

  • Access and Modification: You may request to view, update, or delete the personal information we have on file by contacting us. This includes requests to remove your comments or submitted content from the site.
  • Opting Out of Communications: If you no longer wish to receive notifications, you can opt out by following the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.

6. Data Security

We are committed to safeguarding user information through the following measures:

  • Technical Security Measures: We implement security protocols to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration of data. However, no method of online data transmission or storage is entirely secure.
  • User Responsibility: While we take steps to secure user data, users should take precautions to protect their own information, including being cautious of the information shared publicly.

7. Use of Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect usage data, improve website performance, and personalize user experience. Users can control cookie settings through their browser preferences; however, disabling cookies may affect certain site functionalities.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for a general audience affiliated with GEMS Arts and Science College. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we discover that a user under 13 has provided personal information, we will delete it immediately.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Users will be notified of significant changes, and the “Effective Date” at the top of the policy will be updated accordingly.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or the use of your personal information, please contact us at:

  • Department of Multimedia, GEMS Arts and Science College
  • Email: [gemzineweb@gmail.com]
  • Address: Ramapuram Town, Kerala 679321

11. Website Development Acknowledgment

This website was developed by Goografix Digital Agency, based in Malappuram, Kerala, under the guidance of Rishal babu.

TEAM GEMZINE

Chief Editor
Dr. Naveen Mohan
GEMS ASC College Principal

Staff Editor

Muhammed Niyas O

Staff Creative Head

Mohammed Shammas K

Web Management

Rishal

Social Media & Design

Hussain Marvan. Ov & Razin

Quality Assurance & Designer

Jaseem kk

Editorial Team

Muhammed Ramnaz
Shaza Kamal

Editorial Associates

Nahla Zainab
Nidha sherin