This Privacy Policy describes how Cizo ("we," "us," or "our"), accessible at https://cizo.in, collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website. By using cizo.in, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information automatically when you visit cizo.in:

  • Device and browser information: browser type and version, operating system, screen resolution, and device type.
  • Network information: IP address, approximate geographic location (country/region level), and internet service provider.
  • Usage data: pages visited, referring URL, time and date of access, time spent on pages, and navigation paths.
  • Preference data: consent choices and site preferences stored via cookies or local storage.

We do not require account registration. We do not knowingly collect names, email addresses, or other directly identifying personal information unless you voluntarily contact us.

2. How We Use Information

Information collected is used for the following purposes:

  • Measuring site traffic and understanding reading patterns to improve content and user experience.
  • Diagnosing technical issues and maintaining site performance.
  • Delivering and measuring the effectiveness of advertising, subject to your consent preferences.
  • Complying with applicable legal obligations.

3. Third-Party Advertising

Cizo may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks and partners. These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, JavaScript, and similar technologies to collect information about your visits to cizo.in and other websites in order to provide relevant advertisements. This information is typically collected directly by the third-party ad technology and is governed by their respective privacy policies.

You may opt out of personalized advertising by adjusting your browser's cookie settings, using industry opt-out tools (such as those provided by the Digital Advertising Alliance or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance), or by selecting "Essential Only" in our on-site consent banner.

We do not have access to or control over the tracking technologies used by third-party advertisers.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cizo uses the following categories of cookies and local storage:

  • Essential / Functional: Required for basic site operation and remembering your consent preferences. These cannot be disabled.
  • Analytics: Used to understand aggregate traffic patterns and page performance. Data is anonymized where possible.
  • Advertising: Set by third-party advertising partners to deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness. Only active with your consent.

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. Disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

5. Data Retention

We retain automatically collected data only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Aggregated, anonymized analytics data that cannot be used to identify any individual may be retained indefinitely for trend analysis and site improvement.

6. Children's Privacy

Cizo is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at privacy@cizo.in and we will promptly delete it.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR (EU/EEA Users)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

  • Right of access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations.
  • Right to restrict processing: Request that we limit how we use your data.
  • Right to data portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Right to object: Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes, including direct marketing.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@cizo.in. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Your Rights Under CCPA (California Users)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act provides you with the following rights:

  • Right to know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
  • Right to delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to opt out of sale: We do not sell personal data. If this practice ever changes, we will provide a clear opt-out mechanism.
  • Right to non-discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.

9. International Data Transfers

Cizo is operated from India. If you access cizo.in from outside India, your information may be transferred to and processed in India or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. By using cizo.in, you consent to such transfers. We take reasonable steps to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this policy.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of cizo.in after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact

For any privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, contact us at: privacy@cizo.in