Overview

This Privacy Policy outlines the basis on which information collected from users or provided by users is processed by us. The Financial Express is a daily newspaper operated under International Publications Limited, a company incorporated under the laws of Bangladesh, with its registered office at 45 Topkhana Road, Purana Paltan, Dhaka-1000. This policy governs our websites, mobile applications, newsletters, and other digital services (collectively, the "Service(s)").

This Privacy Policy is part of the Terms of Use governing the Services. Capitalised terms used but undefined here shall have the same meanings as given in the Terms of Use. We respect the privacy of our users and are committed to protecting it in accordance with applicable laws, global best practices, and Google Play Store policies as of 2025.

1. INFORMATION RECEIVED, COLLECTED AND STORED

We may collect and process the following categories of personal and usage data:

(a) Registration Data: When you register with us or participate in any of our campaigns or interactive features, we may collect your name, email address, contact number, and other data filled in the registration form.

(b) Subscription Data: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and subscription preferences.

(c) Technical and Usage Data: This includes IP addresses, browser types, device identifiers, and site usage data, obtained via cookies, pixels, or other tracking technologies.

(d) Feedback or Correspondence: We may store messages, reviews, feedback, or queries that you send to us, including through contact forms or customer support.

2. USE OF INFORMATION

Your information may be used for the following legitimate business purposes:

(i) User Identification and Authentication: To verify your identity, respond to queries, and enable account access.

(ii) Service Improvement: To conduct data analysis and usage trends to improve functionality and content delivery.

(iii) Marketing and Communication: To send you information about services, newsletters, offers, and updates, based on your preferences.

(iv) Security and Enforcement: To protect the integrity of our Services, prevent fraud, enforce our legal rights, and comply with legal obligations.

3. DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We do not share your personal information with third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

(a) With Sponsors or Campaign Partners: We may share anonymised or aggregated data related to campaign participation with sponsors. If you voluntarily disclose any personal information in public-facing campaign features, such information may become publicly visible.

(b) With Advertising Partners: We may use third-party ad networks and analytics providers who collect non-identifiable data about your use of our Services to serve targeted advertisements.

(c) With Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, and newsletter tools) under contractual obligations to protect your data.

(d) Legal Disclosures and Safety: We may disclose information when legally required or to protect user safety, our rights, or to detect and prevent fraud or abuse.

(e) Public Domain Information: Information you choose to share publicly (e.g., social media comments) or that is already in the public domain will not be considered sensitive.

4. SECURITY OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We maintain technical and organisational safeguards to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include secure servers, encryption, limited access protocols, and regular security reviews. Despite our efforts, no digital platform is entirely secure. Any transmission of personal data is at your own risk.

If you suspect a breach or believe your data is no longer secure, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

5. TRANSFER OF PERSONAL INFORMATION TO OTHER COUNTRIES

We process and store your information within Bangladesh. We do not transfer personal data to any entity located outside Bangladesh unless required for the delivery of services and with appropriate safeguards in place.

6. RETENTION AND DELETION OF DATA

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Users may request data deletion through account settings or by contacting us directly. We will respond promptly and ensure compliance with data retention regulations, including Google Play Store’s 2025 policy.

7. LINKS TO OTHER SITES

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites and applications. These entities operate independently and have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their data practices. We encourage you to review their terms before sharing any information.

8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent. If informed of such a case, we will take steps to delete the data promptly.

9. YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal data. You may also object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

10. QUESTIONS AND COMPLAINTS

All questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy should be directed to:

Email: [email protected]
Address: The Financial Express, 45 Topkhana Road, Purana Paltan, Dhaka-1000

If you are submitting a formal complaint, please include:

a) Your address, telephone number, and e-mail address; b) A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate.

We may not respond to queries addressed to other non-designated email addresses.

11. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Services implies acceptance of the updated policy.

Your use of our Services confirms that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the policy, please refrain from using our Services.