Privacy Policy

Who we are

Welcome to EquityTimer.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we handle it. This Privacy Policy describes what information we collect when you visit our website (https://equitytimer.com), how we use it, and what rights you have over your data.

By accessing or continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

2. About EquityTimer.com

EquityTimer.com is an independent, educational platform providing data-driven insights, market timing analysis, and financial literacy content related to the Indian stock market. We do not offer personalised investment advice, buy/sell recommendations, or portfolio management services.

Important Disclaimer: EquityTimer.com is not registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). All content published on this website is solely for educational and informational purposes. Trading and investing in the stock market carries significant risk. Please consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

3. Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: information you provide voluntarily, and information collected automatically when you browse our website.

3.1 Information You Provide

You may share personal information with us when you:

Subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list (e.g., name, email address)
Submit a contact form or send us an inquiry
Post a comment on our blog or articles
Follow us or engage with us on linked social media platforms

The personal details we may collect include your name, email address, and any message content you voluntarily send us.

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit EquityTimer.com, certain technical data is automatically gathered, including:

IP address and approximate geographic location (country/city level)
Browser type, version, and operating system
Pages viewed, links clicked, and time spent on each page
Referring website or search engine used to reach us
Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)

This information is collected through cookies, log files, and third-party analytics tools, as described further in Section 6.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To operate, maintain, and improve the EquityTimer.com website
To send you newsletters, market analysis updates, or educational content you have subscribed to
To respond to your queries, feedback, or support requests
To analyse website traffic and user behaviour in order to enhance content quality
To detect, prevent, or investigate technical issues and potential security breaches
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal obligations

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

5. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

Where applicable under data protection laws, we process your personal data on the following legal grounds:

Consent: When you subscribe to communications, leave a comment, or submit a contact form, you consent to the processing of your information for those specific purposes.
Legitimate Interests: We process analytics data to improve our website and user experience, provided this does not override your fundamental rights.
Legal Obligation: We may process data where required to comply with applicable laws.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

EquityTimer.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.

6.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function correctly. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our content (e.g., Google Analytics). These cookies collect anonymised, aggregated data.
Preference Cookies: Used to remember your preferences, such as language or display settings.

6.2 Managing Cookies

You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of parts of our website. For detailed guidance, refer to your browser’s help documentation.

7. Third-Party Services and Links

We may use trusted third-party services that process data on our behalf, including:

Google Analytics – for website traffic analysis (governed by Google’s Privacy Policy)
Email marketing platforms – for sending newsletters or notifications
Social media platforms – when you interact via sharing buttons or embedded feeds

EquityTimer.com may contain links to external websites, social media channels, or third-party financial platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies independently before sharing any information with them.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. Specifically:

Contact form submissions are retained for up to 12 months.
Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe.
Analytics data is retained in aggregated, anonymised form for up to 26 months.

Once data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include the use of SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission and access controls for systems that hold personal data.

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is entirely secure. While we strive to safeguard your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you believe your data has been compromised, please contact us immediately.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable data protection laws, you may have the following rights:

Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
Right to Restrict Processing: Ask us to limit the way we use your data.
Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw any consent you have previously given at any time.
Right to Opt Out of Communications: Unsubscribe from marketing emails via the unsubscribe link in any email we send.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 12. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

11. Children’s Privacy

EquityTimer.com is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take immediate steps to delete it. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us at once.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, applicable laws, or website features. When we do, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Continued use of EquityTimer.com following any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your data, please reach out to us:

Website: https://equitytimer.com

Contact Page: https://equitytimer.com/contact-us/

We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and transparently.