Last Updated: February 2026
Effective Date: Immediate
1. Introduction
At Northeast Frontier, we believe that privacy is not just a compliance requirement — it is a core pillar of our business. As an integrated media house, news publisher, and creative agency, we act as stewards of information. We are committed to protecting the personal data entrusted to us by our readers, content creators, advertising partners, and vendors.
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data across our digital ecosystem.
2. Scope
This policy applies to:
- The Platform: All NE Frontier digital properties (www.nefrontier.com and subdomains).
- The Services: News consumption, content submission, social media management, and merchandise sales.
- The Users: Visitors, Readers, Subscribers, Registered Contributors, Clients, and Franchise Partners.
3. Detailed Data Collection
A. Information You Provide Directly
1. For Account Creation & Authentication
- Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, username, and encrypted password.
- Professional Profile: (For Creators/Franchisees) Bio, location, portfolio links, and tax identification number (PAN).
- Business Profile: (For Clients) Company name, billing address, and GSTIN.
2. For Commercial Transactions
- Payment Details: Bank account details or UPI IDs. Note: We do not store complete credit card numbers. All transactions are processed via secure third-party payment gateways (Razorpay/Stripe).
B. Information Collected Automatically
1. Device & Usage Data
- IP Address: To estimate your general location for security and content relevance.
- Cookies: Session cookies for login and persistent cookies for preferences.
4. Detailed Usage & Processing Purposes
We use your data in alignment with our four business pillars:
A. The Newsroom (Reader Experience)
- Content Delivery: To serve news articles relevant to the Northeast.
- Notification: To send breaking news alerts and newsletters.
B. The Agency (Client Services)
- Campaign Optimization: To analyze audience data for effective ad campaigns.
- Reporting: To provide ROI reports to clients.
C. The Publisher (Creator Management)
- Revenue Sharing: To calculate and process payments for the 50/50 split model.
- Platform Access: To grant creators entry to our CMS.
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your experience. Here is a detailed breakdown:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Essential? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Authentication, security, load balancing. | Session | Yes |
| Performance | Page load speed analytics, error reporting. | 24h - 1 Week | No |
| Functionality | Remembering preferences (language, login). | 1 Month - 1 Year | No |
| Targeting | Serving relevant ads based on browsing history. | 1 - 6 Months | No |
8. Data Retention & Deletion
We retain your data only as long as necessary:
- Reader Data: Generally retained for 2 years for analytics.
- Client/Financial Data: Retained for 7 years to comply with Indian tax laws.
- Creator/Account Data: Retained indefinitely unless you request deletion.
9. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of Access: Request a copy of your data.
- Right of Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.
- Right of Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
- Right to Opt-Out: Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
- Right to Data Portability: Transfer your data to another provider.
10. Data Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security protocols:
- Encryption: All data transmission is secured using SSL/TLS 128-bit encryption.
- Access Control: Strict internal access controls ensure only authorized personnel can access sensitive data.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding our data processing practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer:
Email: legal@hillscripts.com
Address: Hillscripts HQ, Shillong, Meghalaya, India.
Your privacy is our commitment.
