Last updated: August 2026
SchemeNews.com ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit schemenews.com, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
Information We Collect
Usage Data: Like most websites, we automatically collect standard technical information when you visit — your browser type, device type, IP address, pages viewed, and time spent on the site. This is collected through tools like Google Analytics.
Cookies: We use cookies to understand how visitors use our site and to serve relevant content. You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time; some site features may not work as smoothly if you do.
Contact Form Data: If you contact us via our Contact page or email, we collect your name, email address, and message content solely to respond to your query.
We do not require account creation or collect payment information — SchemeNews.com is a free, publicly accessible information site.
Third-Party Services
We may use the following third-party services, which have their own privacy policies:
- Google Analytics — to understand site traffic and usage patterns
- Google AdSense (if/when active) — to display advertisements; Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites
- WhatsApp and Telegram — for our community channel links; when you click "Join," you interact directly with those platforms under their own privacy policies
How We Use Your Information
- To operate, maintain, and improve the website
- To respond to your queries submitted via the Contact page
- To understand aggregate visitor trends (never to identify individuals)
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Your Rights
Under India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), you have the right to know what personal data we hold about you, request correction, and request deletion. To exercise these rights, email us at schemenews.com@gmail.com.
Children's Privacy
Our site does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.
Links to Other Websites
Our articles often link to official government websites and other third-party sites for verification purposes. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email us at schemenews.com@gmail.com.