Last updated: October 17, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to jishnuksivan.com (“the Site”, “I”, “me”, or “my”). Your privacy matters to me. This Privacy Policy explains what information I collect when you visit the Site, how I use it, and what choices you have. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information I Collect
Information You Provide
- Contact form: When you send a message, I collect your name, email address, and the message you write.
- Comments: If comments are enabled, I collect the name, email address, and website (optional) you enter, along with the comment itself.
- Newsletter or subscriptions: If I add a subscription feature in the future, I will collect your email address only with your consent.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically, such as:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages you visit and the time spent on them
- The website that referred you
- Date and time of your visit
This data is non-personal in nature and is used to understand how the Site is used.
2. How I Use Your Information
I use the information I collect to:
- Reply to your messages and support requests
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its content
- Understand which topics are most useful to readers
- Analyze traffic and performance
- Display relevant advertisements
- Protect the Site against spam, abuse, and security threats
- Comply with legal obligations
I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone.
3. Log Files
Like most websites, jishnuksivan.com uses log files. These record visitors’ IP addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date and time stamps, referring and exit pages, and the number of clicks. This information is not linked to anything that can personally identify you. It is used for analyzing trends, administering the Site, and tracking general visitor activity.
4. Cookies and Web Beacons
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. The Site and its third-party partners use cookies to remember your preferences, understand how visitors use the Site, and show relevant ads.
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how some parts of the Site work.
5. Google AdSense and Advertising
This Site may use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Please note the following:
- Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s previous visits to this Site or other websites.
- Google’s use of advertising cookies, including the DoubleClick cookie, enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to this Site and/or other sites on the Internet.
- You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
- You can also opt out of some third-party vendors’ use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
- To learn how Google uses data from sites that use its services, visit How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.
I do not have access to or control over the cookies used by third-party advertisers.
6. Google Analytics and Other Analytics Tools
I may use analytics services such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors find and use the Site. These services collect information such as your IP address, pages visited, and device details through cookies. This data helps me improve content and does not identify you personally. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
7. Third-Party Privacy Policies
This Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers or websites. I advise you to read the privacy policies of any third-party ad servers or services for more detailed information about their practices and how to opt out of certain options.
8. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to external websites, tools, or services. I have no control over their content or privacy practices and am not responsible for them. Please review their policies before sharing any personal information.
9. Affiliate and Sponsored Content
If the Site ever includes affiliate links or sponsored content, I will clearly disclose this. Affiliate partners may use cookies to track referrals. I only recommend products and services I believe are useful.
10. Data Retention
I keep contact form messages and comments only for as long as needed to respond to you, maintain the Site, or meet legal requirements. You can ask me to delete your data at any time (see Section 12).
11. Data Security
I take reasonable steps to protect your information, including using HTTPS encryption and keeping the Site’s software updated. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, so I cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data I hold about you
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, please use the Contact page. I will respond within a reasonable time.
For Visitors in the European Economic Area (GDPR)
If you are in the EEA or UK, I process your personal data based on your consent, my legitimate interest in running and improving the Site, or legal obligations. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents may request to know what personal information is collected, request its deletion, and opt out of its sale. I do not sell personal information.
For Visitors in India
I handle personal data in line with applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. You may contact me regarding any concern about your personal data.
13. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed at children under the age of 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided personal information through the Site, please contact me and I will delete it promptly.
14. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” signal. Since there is no common standard for responding to it, the Site does not currently respond to these signals.
15. Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or the Site. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date. Please review this page occasionally to stay informed.
16. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out through my Contact page.
Jishnu K Sivan
jishnuksivan.com
Thrissur, Kerala, India