Privacy Policy for Puthiya Kural Mobile Application
Last Updated: November 7, 2025
1. Introduction
Puthiya Kural ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
Register for an account (if applicable)
Contact us via email or WhatsApp
Subscribe to newsletters or notifications
Post comments or feedback
Use classified advertisement features
This information may include:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Location (city/region)
User preferences and settings
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you use our App, we may automatically collect certain information, including: Device Information:
Device type and model
Operating system and version
Unique device identifiers
Mobile network information
Usage Data:
Pages or features accessed
Time and date of access
Radio streaming duration
App performance data
Crash reports and diagnostic information
Location Information:
Approximate location based on IP address (not precise GPS coordinates)
This helps us deliver region-specific news content
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from:
Social media platforms (if you connect your social media accounts)
Analytics service providers
Advertising partners
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
3.1 To Provide and Maintain Our Service
Deliver news content, radio streaming, and app features
Process classified advertisements
Respond to your inquiries and support requests
Send important notices about the App
3.2 To Improve Our Service
Analyze usage patterns and trends
Understand user preferences
Develop new features and content
Fix bugs and improve performance
3.3 To Communicate with You
Send newsletters and news updates (with your consent)
Notify you about events and special features
Provide customer support
Send administrative information
3.4 For Marketing and Advertising
Display relevant advertisements
Measure advertising effectiveness
Personalize content and recommendations
3.5 To Ensure Security and Prevent Fraud
Monitor for suspicious activity
Enforce our Terms of Service
Comply with legal obligations
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 With Service Providers
We may share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf:
Cloud hosting providers
Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
Advertising networks
Email service providers
Customer support platforms
4.2 For Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4.3 With Your Consent
We may share information with third parties when you give us explicit consent to do so.
4.4 For Legal Purposes
We may disclose information if required by law or in response to:
Court orders or legal processes
Government requests
Protection of our rights and safety
Prevention of fraud or illegal activities
4.5 Aggregated or De-identified Information
We may share aggregated or anonymized information that cannot identify you personally.
5. Third-Party Services
5.1 Social Media Integration
Our App includes links to social media platforms:
YouTube
TikTok
When you interact with these platforms, their privacy policies apply.
5.2 WebView Content
Our App uses WebView to display content from puthiyakural.com. When you access this content, the website's privacy policy and cookies may apply.
5.3 Radio Streaming
Our radio streaming service may collect listening data to improve service quality and measure audience engagement.
5.4 Analytics Services
We use analytics services to understand app usage:
Google Analytics for Mobile
Firebase Analytics
Crash reporting services
These services may collect device identifiers, usage data, and performance metrics.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
Secure server infrastructure
Regular security assessments
Access controls and authentication
Employee training on data protection
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
Provide our services
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce our agreements
When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
8.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to access and update your personal information.
8.2 Deletion
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements.
8.3 Opt-Out
You can opt-out of:
Marketing communications (via unsubscribe link)
Push notifications (via device settings)
Personalized advertising (via device settings)
8.4 Data Portability
You may request a copy of your data in a portable format.
8.5 Withdraw Consent
Where processing is based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time. To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@puthiyakural.com.
9. Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.
11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
11.1 Types of Tracking Technologies
We may use:
Cookies
Web beacons
Local storage
Analytics tools
Advertising identifiers
11.2 Purpose
These technologies help us:
Remember your preferences
Understand app usage
Improve performance
Deliver relevant advertisements
11.3 Your Choices
You can manage tracking preferences through:
Device settings (advertising identifier)
App settings (push notifications)
Browser settings (for WebView content)
12. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
Right to deletion
Right to non-discrimination
We do not sell personal information.
13. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Right to access
Right to rectification
Right to erasure
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object
Rights related to automated decision-making
Our lawful bases for processing include:
Consent
Contract performance
Legal obligations
Legitimate interests
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending you a notification (for material changes)
Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: Puthiya Kural
Email: admin@puthiyakural.com
Phone: +94 771804412
Address: #Puthiya Kural, Mosque Lane, Colombo -03. Sri Lanka
WhatsApp: +94 771804412
Website: https://www.puthiyakural.com
16. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy will be resolved through:
Direct communication with our privacy team
Mediation (if necessary)
Arbitration or legal proceedings under Sri Lankan law
17. Data Protection Officer
For privacy-related inquiries, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at:
Email: admin@puthiyakural.com