Privacy Policy - Global View

Introduction

Global View ("we," "our," or "us") operates a digital platform that provides analysis, insights, and commentary on global politics and international relations. Our platform enables authors to publish articles, opinions, and thought leadership content while allowing users to subscribe to our newsletter for updates.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, create an author account, subscribe to our services, or interact with our content. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable Indian data protection laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and the Information Technology Act, 2000.

By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Author Account Information

When you register as an author on our platform, we collect:

Full name and professional credentials
Email address for account management and communication
Professional background and biographical information
Areas of expertise and specialization
Profile photograph (optional)
Contact preferences and settings

Content and Publication Data

When you publish content on our platform, we store:

Articles, analyses, and opinion pieces
Publication dates and editing history
Content categories and tags
Author attribution and bylines

Subscription Information

For our newsletter and update services, we collect:

Email addresses for subscription purposes
Subscription preferences and frequency settings
Subscription date and status

Communication Data

When you contact us, we may collect:

Contact information provided in inquiries
Content of your messages and communications
Support ticket information and correspondence

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Account Management: Creating and maintaining author accounts, managing profile information, and providing access to publishing tools
Content Publication: Publishing and distributing articles, maintaining author attribution, and organizing content on our platform
Communication: Sending important updates, notifications about published content, and responding to inquiries
Newsletter Services: Delivering subscribed content, updates, and relevant information to subscribers
Platform Improvement: Enhancing user experience, developing new features, and maintaining platform security
Legal Compliance: Meeting legal obligations, protecting rights and interests, and ensuring platform integrity
Customer Support: Providing assistance, resolving issues, and addressing user concerns

Legal Basis for Processing

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, we process your personal data based on:

Consent: For newsletter subscriptions, optional profile features, and marketing communications
Contractual Necessity: For author account creation, content publishing, and platform services
Legitimate Interests: For platform security, fraud prevention, and service improvement
Legal Obligation: For compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We are committed to protecting your personal information and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We work with trusted service providers who assist in operating our platform:

Supabase: Our database and hosting provider for secure data storage and platform operations
Service providers are bound by contractual obligations to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes

Public Information

Certain information is displayed publicly by design:

Published articles and content with author attribution
Author profiles and biographical information (as provided by authors)
Professional credentials and areas of expertise

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

Comply with legal processes, court orders, or government requests
Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of users or the public
Investigate potential violations of our terms of service

Your Rights Under Indian Law

As a data principal under the DPDP Act, 2023, you have several important rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access

You can request information about what personal data we hold about you, how it's being processed, and the purposes for which it's used.

Right to Correction

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data. Authors can update their profile information directly through their account dashboard.

Right to Erasure

You can request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances, including when the data is no longer necessary for the original purpose or when you withdraw consent.

Right to Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format for transfer to another service provider.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time. This includes unsubscribing from newsletters or removing optional profile information.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Grievance Officer using the contact information provided below. We will respond to your request within the timeframes specified by law.

Data Security and Storage

Security Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:

Secure data transmission using encryption protocols
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Regular security assessments and updates
Employee training on data protection practices

Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using Supabase's infrastructure, which provides:

Industry-standard security certifications and compliance
Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
Data encryption at rest and in transit

International Data Transfers

While our service provider (Supabase) may store data outside India, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data in accordance with Indian data protection requirements.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

Author Accounts: Retained while the account remains active and for a reasonable period after account closure to comply with legal obligations
Published Content: Retained indefinitely as part of our archive, with proper author attribution
Newsletter Subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
Communication Records: Retained for customer service purposes and as required by law

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized in accordance with our data retention schedule and applicable legal requirements.

Author-Specific Provisions

Content Ownership and Licensing

Authors retain intellectual property rights to their original content. By publishing on our platform, authors grant us a license to display, distribute, and promote their content as part of our services.

Profile Information

Author profiles, including names, credentials, and biographical information, are displayed publicly to provide context and credibility for published content. Authors can control the information included in their profiles.

Editorial Independence

We respect editorial independence while maintaining platform standards. Author data is used to maintain accountability and transparency in content attribution.

Newsletter and Subscription Services

Our newsletter service provides subscribers with updates on new content, important analyses, and platform developments:

Subscription is voluntary and based on explicit consent
Subscribers can modify preferences or unsubscribe at any time
We do not share subscriber information with third parties for marketing purposes
Email communications include clear unsubscribe options

Grievance Redressal Mechanism

In accordance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, we have established a grievance redressal mechanism:

Grievance Officer

Name: Data Protection Officer

Email: globalview.institute.org@gmail.com

Address: Delhi, India

Response Timeline

Acknowledgment of grievances within 72 hours of receipt
Resolution or detailed response within 30 days
Complex issues may require additional time, with regular updates provided

Types of Grievances

You can contact our Grievance Officer regarding:

Data protection and privacy concerns
Content-related issues
Account access or technical problems
Requests to exercise data subject rights
Any other platform-related concerns

Children's Privacy

Our platform is intended for adults and professionals in the field of international relations and politics. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes:

We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
Registered authors will be notified via email about material changes
We will provide reasonable notice before changes take effect
Continued use of our services after changes constitute acceptance of the updated policy

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, including:

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
The Information Technology Act, 2000
Other applicable Indian data protection and privacy laws

Any disputes arising from this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Delhi, India.

Contact Us

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

Global View - Privacy Team

Email: globalview.institute.org@gmail.com

Address: Delhi, India

Grievance Officer: Available at globalview.institute.org@gmail.com

We are committed to addressing your concerns and protecting your privacy rights. Please allow up to 72 hours for initial response to your inquiries.