Privacy &Policy

Effective 30 September, 2025

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information when you use Khobor:

  • Basic Information: Name, email (if you create an account).
  • Usage Data: Categories read, clicks, preferences, reading history.
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version, IP address (for analytics & security).
  • Optional Data: Notifications preferences, saved articles.

We do not collect or permanently store full news articles.

How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

  • Provide personalized news recommendations
  • Improve app performance and user experience
  • Send notifications and updates (only if enabled by you)

Ensure security and prevent misuse of services

Sharing of Data

We do not sell or rent your personal information. Data may be shared only with:

  • Service Providers: (e.g., analytics, hosting, cloud storage) under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Authorities: If required under law, regulation, or court order.
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or restructuring, user data may be transferred with appropriate safeguards.

Some data may be stored or processed outside Bangladesh, in compliance with applicable laws.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Correct or update inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data or account
  • Withdraw consent for data processing (may affect service availability)
  • Request information about how your data is used

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Grievance Email].

Security

We use industry-standard encryption and access controls to protect your data. Measures include:

  • Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
  • Limited access to authorized staff only
  • Regular database refresh

⚠️ However, no system is 100% secure. You use TheKhobor at your own risk. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users and authorities as required by law.

Limitation of Liability

  • Khobor provides summarized news content sourced from third parties.
  • We make no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or reliability of news content.
  • We are not responsible for:
  • Third-party websites or publishers
  • Service interruptions, technical issues, or unauthorized access

Viruses, malware, or harmful components beyond our control

Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be notified through in-app notifications or email. Continued use of our services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Grievance & Contact Information

For privacy-related concerns or rights requests, contact our Grievance Officer:
Email: hello@thekhobor.com

At Barta Ltd, through our product Khobor, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, your rights, and our security measures.

  1. Information We Collect
  2. How We Use Your Data
  3. Sharing of Data
  4. Your Rights
  5. Security
  6. Limitation of Liability
  7. Updates to this Policy
  8. Grievance & Contact Information