Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 1, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Byond Media Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our EN TIMES mobile app and theentrepreneurtimes.net website (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using our app or website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. About Us

EN TIMES is a publication of Byond Media Solutions Pvt. Ltd., a media and PR company based in Pune, India.
Our platform publishes inspiring stories of entrepreneurs, startups, business leaders, and franchises across industries through our digital magazine and mobile app.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to improve your experience, personalize content, and deliver relevant updates and offers.

a. Information You Provide

Registration or Subscription: Name, email address, phone number, organization, or role when you sign up for newsletters or premium access.
Communication: Details you share when contacting us through forms, email, or feedback channels.
Payments (if applicable): Limited billing and transaction details processed securely by trusted third-party gateways.

b. Automatically Collected Information

When using our website or app, we may automatically collect:

IP address, browser type, device model, and operating system
Pages viewed, reading time, app usage data, and interaction behavior
Cookies, analytics tags, or identifiers used for personalization and performance improvement

c. Third-Party Data

If you log in through Google, Apple, or social media accounts, we may receive limited data (such as name or profile email) as allowed by those providers.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Deliver, maintain, and improve the EN TIMES app and website
Provide access to articles, features, and premium content
Send newsletters, marketing updates, or notifications (if subscribed)
Analyze user engagement to enhance content quality
Respond to inquiries or technical support requests
Ensure legal compliance and protect against unauthorized activity

We do not sell your personal data to any third party.

4. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies on our website and app for:

Saving user preferences
Tracking readership statistics and engagement
Delivering personalized recommendations and advertising

You can manage cookie settings through your browser or device.
We also use tools like Google Analytics and Meta Pixel for anonymous usage reporting.

5. Information Sharing

We share information only in limited situations:

Service Providers: With trusted vendors providing hosting, analytics, or communication services under strict confidentiality.
Legal Compliance: If required by law or government request.
Business Restructuring: In case of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of ownership.

We never rent or sell user information.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law.
You can request deletion of your data by emailing us at info@theentrepreneur-times.com.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures (encryption, restricted access, secure servers) to protect your data.
However, no online platform can guarantee complete security, and users share information at their own risk.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your region, you may:

Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
Request a copy of your stored data
Disable cookies or analytics tracking

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@theentrepreneur-times.com.

9. Third-Party Links and Integrations

The EN TIMES app and website may link to third-party websites, videos, or advertisements.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before engaging with them.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for users under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn that such data has been collected, it will be deleted immediately.

11. Platform-Specific Details

A. For Website (theentrepreneurtimes.net and affiliated domains)

Our website collects browsing behavior, cookies, and engagement metrics to improve your reading experience.
If you sign up for newsletters, your name and email address are stored securely and only used for EN TIMES communications.
You may unsubscribe anytime via the link in our emails.

B. For EN TIMES Mobile App

The mobile app may request limited permissions, such as notifications and storage, to deliver personalized content and alerts about new editions.
No sensitive permissions (like contacts, microphone, or location) are collected.
Analytics tools track only anonymous app usage data to improve performance.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal, technical, or business developments.
All updates will be posted on both the website and app, with the revised “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.

13. Contact Us

For questions, feedback, or data-related requests, please contact:

Byond Media Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Publisher of EN TIMES
📧 Email: info@theentrepreneur-times.com
🏢 Address: Office 108, T-Junction, Mankar Chowk, Wakad, Pune 411057, India
🌐 Website: www.theentrepreneur-times.com