Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy of Infinitrix News

Last Updated: May 31, 2025

I. Introduction: Our Unwavering Commitment to Your Privacy in the Digital Age

In a world increasingly defined by digital connectivity and the rapid exchange of information, the concept of privacy has evolved from a simple expectation to a fundamental right. At Infinitrix News, we understand that trust is the bedrock of credible journalism, and that trust is inextricably linked to our commitment to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy is not merely a legal formality; it is a profound articulation of our core values, an extension of the ethical principles that underpin our entire operation, and a transparent declaration of how we collect, utilize, and meticulously protect your information when you access or interact with any aspect of Infinitrix News.

The digital age, while offering unparalleled access to information and fostering global communities, simultaneously presents complex challenges to individual privacy. Every click, every search, every interaction online leaves a digital footprint, and the proliferation of data collection practices by various entities has understandably led to growing public concern and skepticism. We recognize this landscape and differentiate ourselves through a proactive and principled approach to data privacy. Our commitment to privacy is not an afterthought; it is woven into the very fabric of our technological infrastructure and our journalistic ethos, reflecting our broader mission to foster a trustworthy and transparent information ecosystem.

This document serves as your comprehensive guide to understanding our data practices. We believe in empowering you with knowledge, allowing you to make informed decisions about your interactions with our platform. We aim to articulate our policies in a clear, concise, and accessible manner, avoiding jargon where possible, but providing extensive detail where necessary to ensure complete transparency. This policy outlines our methods for data collection, the legitimate purposes for which we use that data, the robust measures we employ to protect it, and your rights concerning your personal information.

Key Definitions for Clarity:

To ensure a shared understanding, let’s clarify some fundamental terms used throughout this policy:

• Personal Data (or Personally Identifiable Information - PII): This refers to any information that can directly or indirectly identify you as an individual. Examples may include your name, email address, IP address (when directly linked to you), physical address, phone number, and any other data that, alone or in combination with other information, could pinpoint your identity.
• Non-Personal Data (or Non-Personally Identifiable Information - Non-PII): This refers to information that cannot be used to identify you personally. Examples include aggregated demographic data, anonymized usage statistics, browser type, operating system, and general trends. This data is often used for analytical purposes without compromising individual privacy.
• Data Processing: This encompasses any operation performed on Personal Data, whether or not by automated means, such as collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, alignment or combination, restriction, erasure, or destruction.
• Cookies: Small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) by your web browser when you visit a website. They are widely used to "remember" you and your preferences, enabling personalized experiences or tracking user behavior for various purposes.
• IPFS (InterPlanetary File System): A decentralized peer-to-peer network protocol designed to store and share data in a distributed file system. It's often used in conjunction with blockchain technology for content addressing and immutability.
• Blockchain: A decentralized, distributed ledger technology that records transactions across many computers, ensuring transparency, immutability, and security without a central authority.

Scope of This Privacy Policy:

This Privacy Policy applies to all information collected by Infinitrix News when you access or interact with our digital properties, including but not limited to our website, mobile applications, and any other online services we may provide. It governs the practices of Infinitrix Group Pvt. Ltd. as the publisher of Infinitrix News. It is designed to be comprehensive and to clarify our adherence to global best practices in data privacy, even as specific regulations may vary across jurisdictions. Our commitment extends to all users, regardless of their geographical location.

II. Information We Collect: A Deliberate and Minimalist Approach

At Infinitrix News, our approach to information collection is guided by a principle of data minimization and purpose limitation. We collect only the data that is genuinely necessary to deliver our content, enhance your user experience, and ensure the security and performance of our platform. Our fundamental commitment to your privacy is reflected in our design choices, prioritizing robust content delivery over invasive data harvesting.

2.1. Personal Data for General Content Access – A Unique Stance:

A cornerstone of our privacy commitment is our design philosophy: We do not require users to provide personal information for general access to content. Unlike many online platforms that gate content behind mandatory registrations or email sign-ups, Infinitrix News is built on the belief that access to verifiable news should be as frictionless and privacy-respecting as possible. You can browse articles, read our analyses, and explore our diverse niches without ever needing to disclose your name, email address, or any other directly identifiable personal data.

This strategic decision is predicated on several key benefits:

• Enhanced User Privacy: It significantly reduces the digital footprint associated with consuming our content, safeguarding your anonymity as you engage with our journalism.
• Improved Accessibility: It removes barriers to access, ensuring that anyone with an internet connection can benefit from our high-value content without mandatory personal disclosure.
• Reduced Data Risk: By not collecting Personal Data for general access, we inherently minimize the risk of data breaches or misuse of such information, as we simply do not hold it.
• Focus on Content Value: It underscores our belief that the quality and trustworthiness of our journalism should be the primary draw, not a means to collect personal information.

While you do not need to provide personal data for general access, certain interactive features, as detailed below, may require you to voluntarily provide some information to participate.

2.2. Information Collected Through User Interactions:

Certain specific interactions with Infinitrix News may involve the collection of limited personal data, always with a clear purpose and typically with your explicit understanding or consent.

• 2.2.1. Comments: When you choose to engage with our content by leaving comments on articles, we collect the information necessary to facilitate this interaction and maintain a constructive commenting environment. This typically includes:

  • Your Name/Handle: The name or pseudonym you provide when submitting a comment.
  • Your Profile Information (if available): If you choose to link your comment to a third-party social media profile or commenting service, basic public profile information (e.g., profile picture, public URL) may be transmitted based on the permissions you grant that service. Infinitrix News only receives what is explicitly shared by the third-party service and your privacy settings on those platforms.
  • Your Comment Content: The text, links, or any other media you submit as part of your comment.
  • IP Address: The Internet Protocol (IP) address from which the comment originated is collected for security purposes, primarily to detect and prevent spam, malicious activity, and enforce our community guidelines.
  • Timestamp: The date and time the comment was submitted.
  • Browser User Agent String: Information about your browser type and operating system, used for compatibility and security analysis.

  Purpose of Collection (Comments): The information collected through comments is used solely for the following legitimate purposes:

  • Facilitating Community Interaction: To allow you to engage with our content and other readers.
  • Spam and Abuse Prevention: The IP address and user agent string are critical for identifying and blocking automated spam bots and malicious users.
  • Moderation and Community Guidelines Enforcement: To ensure comments adhere to our standards for respectful and constructive dialogue.
  • Attribution: To display the author of the comment, providing transparency within the discussion.

  Visibility and Control: Your chosen name/handle and comment content will be visible to other users who access the article. Your IP address and other technical data remain confidential and are not publicly displayed. You retain control over your comments. If you wish to have a comment removed, please contact us at editor@infinitrixnews.com, providing sufficient detail to identify the comment, and we will review your request in accordance with our content and data retention policies.

• 2.2.2. Communication Data (Emails, Feedback Forms): When you choose to communicate with us directly, for example, by sending an email to editor@infinitrixnews.com, ads@infinitrixnews.com, or submit@infinitrixnews.com, or by filling out any designated feedback forms, we will collect the personal data you voluntarily provide within that communication. This typically includes:

  • Your Email Address: To enable us to respond to your inquiry.
  • Your Name (if provided): For addressing you personally.
  • The Content of Your Communication: The text of your message, any attachments, and the subject matter of your inquiry.

  Purpose of Collection (Communication Data): This data is used exclusively for the purpose of:

  • Responding to Your Inquiries: To provide you with the information or assistance you requested.
  • Processing Submissions: To evaluate and, if applicable, publish your story tips or feedback.
  • Managing Partnerships: To facilitate discussions and agreements related to advertising or collaborations.
  • Improving Services: Aggregated feedback helps us refine our content, platform, and user experience.

  Retention: We retain communication data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, to comply with legal obligations, or to maintain a record of our interactions for operational clarity.

2.3. Information Collected Automatically – Analytics and Operational Data:

When you visit Infinitrix News, certain non-personal information is collected automatically through standard web technologies. This data is crucial for understanding how our platform is being used, enabling us to continuously improve performance, tailor content, and enhance the overall visitor experience.

• 2.3.1. Analytics Data: We may utilize reputable third-party analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to gain insights into visitor trends and site usage patterns. These tools operate in a manner designed to respect your privacy by primarily collecting Non-Personal Data. The types of data collected typically include:

  • IP Addresses (Anonymized): While IP addresses are collected, they are typically immediately anonymized or truncated by the analytics provider. This means the last octet (or part) of your IP address is removed or masked, preventing it from being linked to your specific device or location, thus rendering it Non-PII.
  • Browser Type and Version: Information about the web browser you are using (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari) and its version.
  • Operating System: Details about your device's operating system (e.g., Windows, macOS, Android, iOS).
  • Device Type: Information about the type of device you are using (e.g., desktop, tablet, mobile).
  • Referral Source: The URL of the website you visited immediately before landing on Infinitrix News.
  • Pages Viewed: Which pages you visit on our site, the order in which you visit them, and the time spent on each page.
  • Interaction Data: How you interact with pages, such as scrolling behavior, clicks, and video playback.
  • Approximate Geographical Location: Derived from anonymized IP addresses, this provides a general understanding of visitor distribution (e.g., country or city-level, not precise street address).

  Purpose of Analytics Data: The collection of analytics data serves several legitimate and essential purposes:

  • Content Optimization: Understanding which articles are most popular helps us refine our editorial strategy and produce more of the content you value.
  • Site Performance Improvement: Identifying pages with high bounce rates or slow loading times helps our development team optimize technical performance.
  • User Experience (UX) Enhancements: Analyzing navigation paths and interaction patterns allows us to improve the site's layout, menus, and overall usability.
  • Trend Analysis: Tracking long-term trends helps us understand shifts in reader behavior and technological adoption.
  • Fraud Detection: In some instances, unusual traffic patterns identified through analytics may assist in detecting and mitigating malicious bot activity.

  All analytics data is processed in an aggregated and anonymized form, meaning it cannot be traced back to individual users. This ensures that our insights are derived from collective patterns, not individual behaviors.

• 2.3.2. Log Data: Like virtually all websites, our servers automatically collect certain information that your browser sends whenever you visit Infinitrix News. This "Log Data" is fundamental for the operation, security, and maintenance of our platform. It may include:

  • Your IP Address: Used to deliver content to your device and for security monitoring.
  • Date and Time of Access: When you visited.
  • Pages Visited: The specific URLs you accessed.
  • Browser Type and Configuration: Details about your browser and its settings.
  • Operating System: Your device's operating system.
  • Referrer URL: The webpage you were on before clicking to our site.
  • Error Reports: Information related to any technical issues encountered.

  Purpose of Log Data:

  • Operational Functionality: Essential for the proper functioning of our website and delivering content efficiently.
  • Security Monitoring: Crucial for detecting, preventing, and investigating potential security breaches, denial-of-service attacks, and other malicious activities. Unusual patterns in log data can alert us to threats.
  • Troubleshooting and Error Resolution: Helps our technical team diagnose and fix problems, ensuring a smooth user experience.
  • Compliance with Legal Obligations: In certain rare circumstances, log data may be necessary to comply with valid legal processes or law enforcement requests.

  Retention of Log Data: Log data is typically retained for a limited period, usually a few weeks to a few months, depending on the specific type of log and its security implications. After this period, it is either deleted or anonymized.

2.4. Aggregated and De-identified Data:

To further enhance privacy while still enabling valuable insights, we may aggregate and de-identify collected data. This process transforms individual data points into statistical or demographic summaries, where all personally identifiable information has been removed or anonymized beyond reasonable reconstruction. This aggregated and de-identified data is no longer considered Personal Data under privacy laws and can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

• Reporting and Analysis: To understand overall trends, measure site performance, and prepare internal or external reports.
• Research and Development: To improve our services, develop new features, and understand market dynamics without identifying individuals.
• Industry Benchmarking: To compare our performance with industry standards, while maintaining user privacy.

III. Use of Information: Purpose-Driven and Value-Focused

At Infinitrix News, every piece of information we collect is utilized with a clear, predefined purpose that aligns with our commitment to delivering high-quality, trustworthy journalism and enhancing your user experience. Our guiding principle is to use data exclusively to benefit our readers and improve our platform, never to exploit or compromise your privacy.

3.1. Core Principles: Improvement, Performance, and Visitor Interaction:

Any collected information, primarily non-personal and anonymized data, is used solely to:

• Improve Content Experience: We analyze anonymized reader engagement patterns to understand what content resonates most effectively. This helps our editorial team identify popular topics, preferred formats (e.g., long-form analysis, quick summaries, visual storytelling), and areas where we can expand our coverage or refine our presentation. For instance, if analytics show high engagement with articles utilizing interactive graphics, we may invest more in creating such visuals. This directly benefits you by ensuring we deliver more of the journalism you value and find engaging.
• Enhance Site Performance: Technical data (like browser types, operating systems, and page load times) helps our development team optimize our website's infrastructure. This translates into faster loading pages, smoother navigation, and greater compatibility across a wider range of devices, ensuring a seamless and frustration-free experience for all our users. For example, if we detect a common issue with a specific browser version, we can prioritize a fix.
• Optimize Visitor Interaction: By understanding how users navigate our site and interact with different elements (e.g., clicking on specific links, scrolling behavior), we can refine our user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design. This includes optimizing menu structures, improving article layouts for readability, and ensuring that calls to action (like sharing or commenting) are intuitive. The goal is to make your journey through Infinitrix News as intuitive and enjoyable as possible, encouraging deeper engagement with our valuable content.

3.2. Our Unwavering Pledge: No Sale, Rent, or Sharing of Personal Data:

A fundamental pillar of our privacy policy is our absolute commitment to not sell, rent, or otherwise share personal data with third-party advertisers. In an industry where data monetization is prevalent, we have made a deliberate and ethical choice to prioritize user privacy over revenue generation through data sales.

• "No Sell": This means we will never trade your Personal Data for monetary compensation. Your personal information is not a commodity for us.
• "No Rent": We will not temporarily lease or grant access to your Personal Data to any third party for their use, even for limited periods.
• "No Share with Third-Party Advertisers": This specifically excludes direct sharing of your Personal Data (e.g., your email address, name) with companies who would then use it to target you with their advertisements. Our advertising model focuses on displaying contextually relevant ads within our platform or through anonymized audience segments, without ever exposing your individual identity.

This commitment differentiates Infinitrix News and is a direct extension of our mission to build trust in an often-skeptical digital world.

3.3. Legal Basis for Processing (Where Applicable):

While we strive to collect minimal Personal Data, any processing that does occur is grounded in a valid legal basis. Where specific privacy regulations apply (e.g., GDPR), our processing activities typically fall under one of the following:

• Legitimate Interests: We process data where it is necessary for our legitimate interests, provided these interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms. Examples include improving our website, ensuring security, and preventing spam.
• Consent: Where required, we will obtain your explicit consent for specific processing activities, such as collecting certain data for comments. You have the right to withdraw this consent at any time.
• Performance of a Contract: If we were to offer subscription services in the future, processing data to fulfill our contractual obligations to you would fall under this basis.
• Legal Obligation: In rare cases, we may be legally required to process or disclose certain information in response to valid court orders, subpoenas, or governmental requests.

3.4. Internal Analysis and Research:

The anonymized and aggregated data we collect serves as a rich source for internal analysis and research. This is distinct from sharing data externally. Our internal teams (editorial, product development, technical) utilize this data to:

• Inform Editorial Decisions: Understanding what topics resonate, what formats are most effective, and which regions are highly engaged helps us commission new stories, refine our reporting angles, and allocate resources more efficiently to produce content that truly matters to our audience.
• Content Strategy Development: We use data to identify emerging trends, content gaps, and opportunities to innovate in our storytelling approaches. This ensures our content remains fresh, relevant, and compelling.
• User Experience (UX/UI) Improvements: Detailed analysis of user navigation paths, common exit points, and interaction with various site elements (e.g., image galleries, embedded videos) directly informs our design and development teams. This leads to continuous improvements in the intuitiveness and aesthetic appeal of our platform.
• Technical Optimization: Performance data helps us diagnose system bottlenecks, optimize server configurations, and ensure our infrastructure can handle increasing traffic efficiently.

3.5. Security and Fraud Prevention:

A critical use of the data we collect, particularly log data and certain analytics, is for the robust security of our platform and the prevention of fraudulent or malicious activities. This includes:

• Detecting and Preventing Cyberattacks: Monitoring traffic patterns, IP addresses (temporarily, for analysis), and user agent strings helps us identify and mitigate potential threats such as denial-of-service (DoS) attacks, brute-force login attempts (if user accounts were implemented), and web scraping activities that violate our terms.
• Spam and Bot Detection: For our comments section, we use automated and manual analysis of IP addresses and user behavior to identify and filter out spam comments and bot activity, ensuring a clean and valuable discussion environment for human users.
• Maintaining System Integrity: Log data helps us identify and troubleshoot system errors, vulnerabilities, and unauthorized access attempts, safeguarding the integrity and availability of Infinitrix News for all legitimate users.

3.6. Legal Compliance and Protection of Rights:

In certain, tightly defined circumstances, Infinitrix News may be compelled to use or disclose information to comply with legal obligations. This use is always undertaken with the utmost care and only when absolutely necessary and legally mandated. These circumstances include:

• Responding to Valid Legal Process: Such as court orders, subpoenas, or warrants issued by governmental or judicial authorities. Our policy is to scrutinize all such requests to ensure their legal validity and narrow scope, and to resist overly broad demands.
• Compliance with Applicable Laws and Regulations: Adhering to laws related to content, data protection, and other operational requirements.
• Protecting Rights and Safety: Where necessary, to protect the rights, property, or safety of Infinitrix News, its users, employees, or the public, in accordance with applicable laws. This could include investigating potential violations of our terms of service or addressing threats to our security.

It is crucial to understand that such disclosures are not undertaken lightly and are always balanced against our fundamental commitment to user privacy.

IV. Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies: Enhancing Experience, Respecting Choice

To optimize your experience on Infinitrix News and to understand how our platform is used, we may employ "cookies" and other similar tracking technologies. These technologies are standard across the internet and serve various functions, from remembering your preferences to assisting with analytics. Our use of these tools is always balanced with our commitment to your privacy and transparent control.

4.1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are downloaded and stored on your device (e.g., computer, tablet, smartphone) by your web browser when you visit a website. They contain a small amount of data specific to your visit and can be retrieved by the website on subsequent visits. Cookies are typically harmless and cannot install malware or viruses.

4.2. Types of Cookies We May Use:

We may utilize different categories of cookies, each serving a distinct purpose:

• Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that remain in your browser's cookie file only until you close your browser. They are essential for the proper functioning of the website, such as remembering your preferences during a single Browse session (e.g., if you switch language settings temporarily).
• Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a longer period, even after you close your browser, or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences for future visits (e.g., font size choices) or for analytical purposes to track returning visitors over time.
• First-Party Cookies: These cookies are set directly by the website you are visiting (i.e., Infinitrix News). They are generally used to provide basic site functionality and gather internal analytics.
• Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by a domain other than the one you are visiting. In our case, these might be used by our analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) to help us understand general user behavior across different sites (in an anonymized form). Infinitrix News does not control the content or privacy practices of these third-party cookies directly, though we select reputable partners.

4.3. Purpose of Our Cookies:

Our use of cookies is strictly purpose-driven and aimed at enhancing your experience and our service:

• Preference Storage: To remember your site preferences, such as text size, display settings, or any other customization you might apply (if such features are introduced). This ensures a consistent and personalized experience.
• Session Management: To maintain your "session" as you navigate the site, ensuring that the website functions correctly as you move from one page to another without losing context (e.g., remembering if you've dismissed a pop-up).
• Analytics and Performance: To collect anonymized data on how visitors use our site, which pages they visit, and any technical issues they encounter. This information is vital for us to analyze site performance, identify areas for improvement, and optimize content strategy as detailed in Section II.2.3.1.
• Security Features: In some cases, cookies may be used for security purposes, such as detecting unusual activity or potential malicious access patterns.

4.4. Other Tracking Technologies:

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies, though our primary focus remains on minimizing data collection:

• Pixels or Web Beacons: Small graphic files (often transparent) embedded in web pages or emails. They can be used to count users who have visited a page or opened an email, primarily for analytical purposes.
• Local Storage: Web browsers can allow websites to store data locally within your browser. This can function similarly to cookies but allows for more data storage. We may use this for session management or to store simple preferences (e.g., dark mode setting).

4.5. Your Control Over Cookies:

We believe in empowering you with control over your digital footprint. You have the ability to manage and disable cookies through your web browser settings at any time.

• How to Disable Cookies:

  • Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Site Settings > Cookies and site data.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options (or Preferences) > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
  • Apple Safari: Go to Safari > Preferences > Privacy.
  • Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Clear Browse data.
  • (Please note: The exact menu names and steps may vary slightly depending on your browser version.)

• Impact of Disabling Cookies: While you can disable all cookies, please be aware that doing so may affect the functionality and user experience of many websites, including Infinitrix News. Some features may not work correctly, and your preferences may not be remembered. For example, if you disable all cookies, you might have to re-select display preferences every time you visit. We aim for our core content to be accessible even with cookies disabled, but some interactive elements or personalization features may be affected.

• Cookie Consent (Global Best Practice): While specific cookie consent requirements vary by jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR in Europe, CCPA in California), Infinitrix News is committed to transparent practices. For regions where explicit consent is legally required, we endeavor to implement appropriate consent mechanisms, allowing you to choose which types of cookies you wish to enable (beyond strictly necessary ones) before they are placed on your device. This aligns with our global commitment to privacy-by-design.

V. Blockchain & Content Protection: The INFIXEL DNA Privacy Framework

This section details a unique and innovative aspect of Infinitrix News's commitment to verifiable truth and content integrity, while simultaneously upholding stringent privacy standards. Our INFIXEL DNA framework leverages cutting-edge blockchain technology and the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) to protect and verify the originality of our published content. This system is designed to combat the growing challenges of digital content theft, misinformation, and the blurring lines of authorship, all without compromising the personal privacy of our readers.

5.1. Understanding the Technologies: Blockchain and IPFS in Brief

To fully appreciate the privacy-preserving nature of INFIXEL DNA, it's helpful to understand the foundational technologies:

• Blockchain: Imagine a vast, distributed, and immutable digital ledger. Instead of a single central server controlling all records, copies of the ledger are maintained across numerous computers (nodes) in a network. When new information (a "block") is added, it's cryptographically linked to the previous block, forming a "chain." This structure makes it incredibly difficult to alter or delete past records, providing unparalleled transparency and security. For Infinitrix News, the blockchain acts as a public, verifiable timestamp and record-keeper for our content's digital fingerprints.
• IPFS (InterPlanetary File System): Think of IPFS as a global, decentralized file storage system. Instead of requesting a file from a specific server location (like https://www.example.com/image.jpg), you request the file by its content (a unique cryptographic hash). Any node on the IPFS network that has a copy of that content can serve it. This makes content highly resilient to censorship, highly available, and distributed. For Infinitrix News, IPFS serves as a decentralized, immutable storage location for the unique digital fingerprints of our articles.

5.2. Why Infinitrix News Uses Blockchain and IPFS: Protecting Truth in a Disrupted World

In an era plagued by rampant disinformation, deepfakes, and sophisticated content theft, simply publishing news is no longer enough. The challenge is to prove its authenticity and originality definitively. Our decision to integrate blockchain and IPFS into our publishing workflow directly addresses this critical need, extending our core mission of trust beyond mere editorial practice into the technological realm.

• Verifiable Originality: We aim to provide an undeniable, cryptographic proof that a piece of content originated from Infinitrix News at a specific point in time. This is crucial for asserting authorship and combating stolen or re-attributed content.
• Combating Disinformation: By providing a verifiable content record, we empower users and other platforms to definitively identify our original, authenticated journalism, helping to distinguish it from fabricated or manipulated narratives.
• Protecting Journalistic Integrity: It safeguards our intellectual property and the hard work of our journalists, ensuring that our content remains uniquely identifiable as a product of Infinitrix News.

5.3. The INFIXEL DNA Process and Its Privacy Implications:

The core functionality of INFIXEL DNA operates in a manner that is both robust for content verification and scrupulously respectful of user privacy:

• Content Hashing and Decentralized Storage (IPFS):

  • The Hashing Process: When an article is published on Infinitrix News, a unique cryptographic hash (a fixed-size string of characters) is generated from its entire content. This hash is a unique "digital fingerprint" of that specific article. Even a single character change in the article would result in a completely different hash.
  • Storage on IPFS: This generated hash (the digital fingerprint, NOT the article's actual content) is then stored in a decentralized manner on IPFS. This creates an immutable, timestamped record of the content's existence and integrity at the moment of publication.
  • Privacy Aspect: It is critical to understand that the article's actual content is NOT stored directly on the public blockchain or IPFS network in its entirety. Only its unique cryptographic hash is stored. This hash is a one-way function; you cannot reconstruct the original article from the hash alone. This ensures that while we verify the integrity of the content, we are not exposing the full raw content on a public decentralized network.

• Blockchain Timestamping:

  • The cryptographic hash generated for the article is then cryptographically timestamped and recorded onto a public blockchain. This creates an unalterable, publicly verifiable record of when that specific digital fingerprint (and thus the article it represents) was created and published by Infinitrix News.
  • Privacy Aspect: Similar to IPFS, the blockchain record contains only the hash and the timestamp. No personal user data (like your IP address, Browse history, or any data collected from your interactions on our site) is ever recorded or transmitted to the public blockchain or IPFS networks as part of this process. This system is solely about content integrity, not user tracking.

• Public Content Identifier (CID):

  • Each post on Infinitrix News that utilizes INFIXEL DNA may include a publicly visible Content Identifier (CID). This CID is directly derived from the IPFS hash of the article's digital fingerprint.
  • Purpose of the CID: The CID serves as a public proof of originality and integrity. Any user, researcher, or automated system can take this CID, cross-reference it against the IPFS network and the blockchain record, and independently verify that the article published by Infinitrix News is the exact, unaltered version that was originally timestamped.
  • Privacy Aspect: The CID itself is a technical identifier of the content, not the user. It contains no information about who viewed the content or any personal data of the reader. It is purely a verifiable pointer to the content's cryptographic fingerprint.

5.4. Ensuring Transparency in Content Creation While Maintaining Reader Privacy:

The INFIXEL DNA system beautifully balances the need for unprecedented transparency in content creation with our unwavering commitment to reader privacy.

• Transparency: By making the content's digital fingerprint (the hash/CID) verifiable on decentralized public networks, we offer ultimate transparency regarding the originality and publication time of our articles. This allows external parties to audit our content's integrity.
• Reader Privacy: Crucially, this advanced content verification system operates entirely independently of any personal data we may collect from our users for analytical or interactive purposes. The blockchain and IPFS infrastructure we utilize for INFIXEL DNA is specifically configured to handle content hashes, not user identities or Browse histories. Your engagement with an INFIXEL DNA-verified article does not result in your personal data being written onto a public ledger.

This innovative approach is a direct reflection of Infinitrix News's foresight and dedication to building a future where trusted journalism can thrive, authenticated by technology, without demanding a compromise on individual privacy.

VI. External Links: Navigating Beyond Our Domain

Infinitrix News is a dynamic platform designed to inform and engage. As part of our journalistic practice, and to provide comprehensive context, source material, or further reading, our articles and pages may contain links to external websites that are not operated or controlled by Infinitrix News. These may include links to research papers, government reports, other news outlets, social media platforms, or product pages when relevant to a review.

6.1. Our Responsibility and Your Caution:

While we strive to link only to reputable and relevant external sources, please be aware that we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third-party sites. Once you click on an external link and navigate away from Infinitrix News, our Privacy Policy no longer applies.

• Independent Policies: Each external website has its own distinct privacy policy and terms of service, which we strongly recommend you review. These policies may differ significantly from ours, particularly concerning data collection, use, and disclosure practices.
• No Control: We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. Our links are provided for informational convenience and relevance only.

6.2. Exercising Due Diligence:

We exercise due diligence in selecting external links to ensure they align with the integrity of our content. However, the internet is constantly evolving, and the content of external sites can change. We encourage our users to exercise caution and critical judgment when visiting external links. If you encounter any issues or concerns with a site linked from Infinitrix News, please notify us, and we will review the link's appropriateness. Your safety and trust are paramount.

VII. Children's Privacy: Safeguarding Our Youngest Readers

Protecting the privacy of children is a matter of profound importance and legal obligation. Infinitrix News is committed to safeguarding the digital well-being of minors.

7.1. Age Restriction and Intent:

This site is not directed at children under the age of 13. Our content is primarily designed for adult audiences interested in complex topics across finance, technology, current affairs, and various specialized niches. We do not knowingly or intentionally collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13. We design our website and services in a manner that does not solicit such information.

7.2. Inadvertent Collection and Parental Control:

While we take reasonable steps to ensure we do not collect data from children under 13, the internet is an open platform. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected Personal Data from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will take immediate and reasonable steps to delete that information from our records as quickly as possible.

We strongly encourage parents and legal guardians to supervise their children's online activities and to use parental control tools available from online services and software manufacturers that help provide a child-friendly online environment. If a parent or guardian believes that Infinitrix News has collected Personal Data from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at editor@infinitrixnews.com, providing sufficient detail to allow us to locate and delete the information.

VIII. Data Security and International Data Transfers

Infinitrix News is committed to protecting the information we collect and process. While no online transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure, we implement robust technical and organizational measures designed to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

8.1. Data Security Measures:

Our security protocols include, but are not limited to:

• Encryption: We use industry-standard encryption (e.g., SSL/TLS) to protect data transmitted between your browser and our servers, ensuring secure communication.
• Access Controls: Access to our systems and data (particularly for any limited personal data like comment IPs) is restricted to authorized personnel only, on a need-to-know basis, and is protected by strong authentication mechanisms.
• Regular Security Audits: We regularly review our security practices and infrastructure to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
• Data Minimization: As highlighted throughout this policy, the most effective security measure is to collect as little Personal Data as possible, reducing the attack surface.
• Internal Policies and Training: Our staff is trained on data protection best practices and our internal privacy policies to ensure a culture of security and responsibility.

8.2. International Data Transfers (General Principle):

Given the global nature of the internet, your information may be processed and stored in locations outside of your country of residence, where data protection laws may differ. However, since Infinitrix News primarily focuses on minimal Personal Data collection for general access and anonymizes analytics, the direct implications for individual user Personal Data transfers are significantly reduced.

Should we, in the future, expand services that necessitate processing of Personal Data in different jurisdictions (e.g., using cloud providers or partners outside of India), we will ensure that any such transfers comply with applicable legal requirements. This would involve implementing appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses or relying on legal frameworks that ensure an adequate level of data protection, always with your privacy as our paramount concern.

IX. Your Rights: Exercising Control Over Your Information

Even with our minimalist approach to data collection, we believe in empowering you with control over your information. Where applicable privacy laws grant you specific rights concerning your Personal Data, Infinitrix News is committed to facilitating the exercise of those rights. While our primary data collection is non-personal for general content access, these rights would apply to any Personal Data we may hold through your voluntary interactions (e.g., comments, direct emails).

Your rights may include:

• The Right to Access: You have the right to request confirmation as to whether Personal Data concerning you is being processed, and, where that is the case, access to the Personal Data.
• The Right to Rectification: You have the right to request the correction of inaccurate Personal Data concerning you.
• The Right to Erasure ("Right to Be Forgotten"): In certain circumstances, you may have the right to request the deletion of your Personal Data. This could apply to comments you have posted if they contain Personal Data.
• The Right to Restriction of Processing: You may have the right to request that we limit the ways in which we use your Personal Data, under certain conditions.
• The Right to Object to Processing: You may have the right to object to the processing of your Personal Data based on our legitimate interests.
• The Right to Data Portability: Where technically feasible, you may have the right to receive your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• The Right to Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on your consent for processing your Personal Data, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

How to Exercise Your Rights:

If you wish to exercise any of these rights concerning any Personal Data we may hold, please contact us at editor@infinitrixnews.com. We will require sufficient information to verify your identity and locate any relevant data. We commit to responding to all legitimate requests in accordance with applicable data protection laws and within the prescribed timeframes. Our aim is to make the process as straightforward and transparent as possible.

X. Changes to This Privacy Policy: Upholding Transparency

The digital landscape is in constant evolution, and so too must our policies adapt to new technologies, legal requirements, and best practices. Infinitrix News is committed to maintaining full transparency regarding any adjustments to our privacy practices.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes, whether minor or significant, will be reflected on this page with an updated "Last Updated" revision date at the top of the document. For material changes that significantly alter how we handle your Personal Data, we may also provide more prominent notice, such as through a notification on our website homepage or, if we have your email address (e.g., through direct correspondence), by sending you a direct notification.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of Infinitrix News after any changes to this Privacy Policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes. This ongoing commitment to transparency ensures that you are always aware of our data practices and can make informed decisions about your engagement with our platform.

XI. Contact Us: Your Questions, Our Open Door

Your privacy is paramount to us, and we are dedicated to ensuring that you feel secure and informed when interacting with Infinitrix News. We understand that policies can be complex, and you may have specific questions or concerns that are not fully addressed within this document. We welcome your inquiries and see them as an essential part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, our data practices, your rights concerning your personal information, or our unique INFIXEL DNA framework, please do not hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team.

Email: editor@infinitrixnews.com

When contacting us, please provide as much detail as possible regarding your query to help us understand your concerns and provide you with a comprehensive and timely response. We are committed to addressing all legitimate privacy inquiries promptly and respectfully. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us maintain the highest standards of data protection and ensuring that Infinitrix News remains a trusted source of information in the digital age.

Infinitrix News is a division of Infinitrix Group Pvt. Ltd.

Last Updated: May 31, 2025