Effective Date: April 2026 Last Updated: April 2026 Website: kirtiexplore.com Owner: Kirti Sharma
Introduction
At KirtiExplore, your privacy is something we take seriously — not as a legal formality, but as a genuine commitment to the people who read and trust this blog. This Privacy Policy explains in plain, honest language what information we collect when you visit kirtiexplore.com, how we use it, who we may share it with, and what rights you have over your own data.
Please read this page carefully. By continuing to use KirtiExplore, you are agreeing to the practices described here. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, we kindly ask that you discontinue use of this website.
This policy applies to all visitors, readers, and anyone who interacts with kirtiexplore.com — whether you are reading an article, leaving a comment, subscribing to our newsletter, or reaching out through our contact form.
Who We Are
KirtiExplore is a personal lifestyle blog owned and operated by Kirti Sharma, based in New Delhi, India. The blog covers topics including wellness, self-care, home living, personal growth, and healthy eating — with a focus on practical, India-rooted content for everyday readers.
For any privacy-related questions or requests, you can reach us directly at:
Email: contact@kirtiexplore.com Website: kirtiexplore.com/contact
What Information We Collect
We collect two types of information — information you give us directly, and information that is collected automatically when you visit our website.
Information you provide to us directly
When you fill out our contact form, we collect your name and email address, along with whatever message you choose to send. This information is used solely to respond to your enquiry and is never added to a mailing list without your explicit permission.
When you subscribe to our newsletter or email list, we collect your email address and, if you choose to provide it, your first name. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of any email we send.
When you leave a comment on a blog post, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your comment. Your email address is never displayed publicly. Your name and comment content may be visible to other readers if your comment is approved.
Information collected automatically
When you visit kirtiexplore.com, certain information is collected automatically through standard web technologies. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you visit, how long you spend on each page, the website that referred you to us, and the date and time of your visit.
This information is collected through cookies and analytics tools, which are described in more detail below. It helps us understand how people use our website so we can improve the content and experience we offer.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
KirtiExplore uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to help the website function properly and to understand how visitors use it.
Essential cookies are necessary for the website to work. Without these, certain features may not function correctly. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics cookies help us understand visitor behaviour — which pages are popular, how long people stay, and where traffic comes from. We use Google Analytics for this purpose. Google Analytics collects data in an anonymised, aggregated form. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Advertising cookies may be placed on your device if we display advertisements through Google AdSense or similar platforms. These cookies help display ads that are relevant to your interests. For more information on how Google uses data from sites that use its advertising services, please visit google.com/policies/privacy/partners.
Third-party cookies may also be set by embedded content such as YouTube videos, social media share buttons, or linked services. We do not control these cookies — please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for details.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how some parts of this website function.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To operate and maintain the website, ensuring it works correctly and securely for all visitors.
To respond to messages and enquiries submitted through our contact form or email. We never use your contact information for any other purpose without your permission.
To send newsletters and email updates to subscribers who have explicitly opted in. Every email we send includes a clear and easy unsubscribe option.
To analyse website traffic and improve our content. Analytics data helps us understand which topics are most useful to our readers, how people navigate the site, and where improvements can be made.
To display advertisements through Google AdSense, which helps support the running costs of this blog. Ad personalisation is governed by Google’s own privacy policies.
To comply with legal obligations, if we are ever required to share information by law or in response to a valid legal request.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for marketing purposes. Ever.
Third-Party Services We Use
KirtiExplore uses several third-party services to help run and improve the website. Each of these services has its own privacy policy that governs how they handle data.
Google Analytics — used to track website traffic and visitor behaviour. Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
Google AdSense — used to display advertisements on the website. Privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
WordPress — the content management system that powers this website. Privacy policy: automattic.com/privacy
Mailchimp or similar email service — used to manage newsletter subscriptions and send emails. Privacy policy available on the provider’s website.
Pinterest, Instagram, LinkedIn — social media platforms where we share content. Each platform operates under its own privacy policy.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any third-party service. We encourage you to review their policies directly.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purpose it was collected.
Contact form submissions are retained for up to 12 months, after which they are deleted unless there is an ongoing relationship or legal reason to keep them.
Newsletter subscriber data is retained for as long as you remain subscribed. When you unsubscribe, your data is removed from our active mailing list within 30 days.
Comments on blog posts are retained indefinitely unless you request deletion, as they form part of the public conversation on the site.
Analytics data collected through Google Analytics is subject to Google’s own retention settings, typically set to 26 months.
Your Rights
Depending on where you are located, you may have certain rights over your personal data. Even if you are based in India — where a formal digital privacy framework continues to develop — we are committed to honouring the following rights for all our readers:
The right to access — you can request a copy of any personal data we hold about you.
The right to correction — if any information we hold is inaccurate or incomplete, you can ask us to correct it.
The right to deletion — you can request that we delete your personal data. We will honour this request unless we are legally required to retain certain information.
The right to unsubscribe — you can opt out of our email newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us directly.
The right to object — you can object to us processing your data for certain purposes, such as analytics or advertising.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@kirtiexplore.com. We will respond to all data requests within 30 days.
Children’s Privacy
KirtiExplore is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete it.
External Links
Our articles may contain links to external websites, resources, or products that we reference or recommend. Once you leave kirtiexplore.com through one of these links, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any external website. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any site you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the way we operate, changes in applicable law, or changes in the third-party services we use. When we make significant changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Your continued use of kirtiexplore.com after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please get in touch:
Email: contact@kirtiexplore.com Website: kirtiexplore.com/contact Owner: Kirti Sharma, KirtiExplore, New Delhi, India
We take every privacy enquiry seriously and will respond within 3 business days.