Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 1, 2025 Last Updated: December 1, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to The Neo Nation (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are a digital media and news platform dedicated to providing insights, updates, and analysis on Indian technology, semiconductors, startups, MSMEs, and global business trends.

We value your trust and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the DPDP Rules, 2025.

By accessing our website (www.theneonation.com), subscribing to our newsletters, or engaging with our content, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Who We Are (Data Fiduciary)

Under the DPDP Act, 2023, The Neo Nation acts as a Data Fiduciary. This means we determine the purpose and means of processing your personal data.

Entity Name: The Neo Nation
Contact Email: contact@theneonation.com
Nature of Business: Digital News Media & Information Services

3. Information We Collect

We collect two categories of data from our users (“Data Principals”):

A. Personal Data (Voluntarily Provided)

We collect data that identifies you only when you voluntarily submit it. This includes:

Identity Data: Name, Username.
Contact Data: Email address, Phone number (if provided for WhatsApp alerts/webinars).
Professional Data: Job title, Company name, Industry (e.g., “Semiconductor” or “MSME”).
Correspondence: Feedback, survey responses, or emails sent to our editorial team.

B. Non-Personal & Technical Data (Automated)

When you visit our site, our servers and third-party tools automatically collect:

Device Data: IP address, Browser type, Operating system, Device ID.
Usage Data: Pages read, Time spent on articles, Click-through rates on newsletters.

4. Purpose of Data Processing (Legitimate Uses)

We process your personal data only for lawful purposes, including:

Content Delivery: To send you our “Morning Feed,” newsletters, and breaking news alerts relevant to your industry.
User Experience: To personalize content (e.g., showing more “Startup” news if you frequently read that category).
Events & Webinars: To register you for industry roundtables or webinars we host.
Communication: To respond to your grievances, editorial tips, or partnership queries.
Legal Compliance: To comply with Indian laws, court orders, or government directives.

5. Third-Party Content, Advertising & Embedded Services

The Neo Nation relies on third-party services to provide a rich media experience. Please be aware that these third parties may independently collect data about you.

A. Embedded Media

Our articles often include embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, X (Twitter) posts, LinkedIn updates, or Instagram reels).

How it works: Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited the third-party website directly.
Data Impact: These platforms may track your interaction with their content, use cookies, and monitor your viewing habits, especially if you are logged into their services (e.g., watching a video while logged into your Google account).

B. Advertising Partners

We display advertisements to support our journalism. We may partner with third-party ad networks (such as Google AdSense, Taboola, or Outbrain).

Ad Cookies: These partners use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites (“Personalized Advertising”).
Opt-Out: You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ad Settings or using your browser’s “Do Not Track” features.

C. Syndicated News

Some news reports on our platform may be sourced from third-party wire services (e.g., PTI, Reuters, ANI). We do not control the data practices of these agencies.

6. Cookies Policy

We use cookies to enhance site performance.

Essential Cookies: Required for the site to load and function.
Analytics Cookies: Used (via Google Analytics) to understand readership trends.
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements.

Control: You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect the functionality of some features (e.g., saved articles).

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data to data brokers. We may share data only with:

Service Providers: Trusted vendors who help us run the site (e.g., email service providers like Mailchimp/Substack, hosting providers), bound by confidentiality agreements.
Legal Authorities: If required by the DPDP Act, law enforcement agencies, or court orders to prevent fraud or cybercrimes.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition of The Neo Nation.

8. Your Rights (As a Data Principal)

Under the DPDP Act, 2023, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: Request a summary of the personal data we hold about you and how it is processed.
Right to Correction: Request that we fix specific inaccuracies or update your details.
Right to Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data (“Right to be Forgotten”), unless retention is required by law.
Right to Grievance Redressal: The right to file a complaint regarding our data practices.
Right to Nominate: The right to nominate an individual to exercise your rights in the event of death or incapacity.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at contact@theneonation.com.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy (e.g., as long as you are subscribed to our newsletter) or as required by law (e.g., maintaining logs for cybersecurity compliance).

10. Children’s Privacy

Our content focuses on business, tech, and policy and is not intended for minors. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 18. If we become aware of such data, we will take immediate steps to delete it.

11. Grievance Redressal Mechanism

In compliance with the DPDP Act, 2023, if you have any concerns regarding the processing of your personal data, you may contact our designated Grievance Officer.

Grievance Officer: The Editor Email: contact@theneonation.com

We will respond to all grievances within the timeline prescribed by applicable laws.

12. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this policy to reflect changes in the DPDP Rules, 2025 or our operational practices. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a prominent notice on our homepage.