1. Introduction
TM Media ("we", "us", or "our") operates the TM Media website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways:
- Information you provide directly: for example, your name and email address when you contact us, comment, subscribe, or otherwise interact with features that collect personal information.
- Information collected automatically: technical and usage data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, referring pages, and the date and time of your visit.
3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, understand how it is used, and serve and measure advertising. A cookie is a small text file stored on your device. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect parts of the site.
4. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4), a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"), to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect information such as your IP address, device and browser data, pages visited, and time spent on the site. This information is processed on Google's servers and may be transferred to and stored outside your country of residence.
Google uses this data to provide us with reports on site usage and activity. Google's ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics is restricted by the Google Analytics Terms of Use and the Google Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
5. Advertising and Google AdSense
We may display advertising served by Google AdSense. Google and its partners use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. This allows Google and its partners to show personalized advertising, and it may involve Google and other third-party vendors collecting information such as your device identifiers, IP address, and browsing history across sites.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or www.aboutads.info/choices (and the equivalent European interactive advertising choices if you are in the EU/EEA). For more information about how Google uses data from sites that use its services, see How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services and the Google Privacy Policy.
6. How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to:
- operate, maintain, and improve the website;
- understand reading patterns and audience preferences;
- serve and measure advertising;
- respond to your enquiries and provide support;
- comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
7. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers such as Google (analytics and advertising) and hosting providers, who process data on our behalf;
- Legal authorities where required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of TM Media, our readers, or the public;
- Business transfers in connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, in which case this policy will continue to apply unless amended.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Aggregate and anonymized analytics data may be retained longer for statistical purposes.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal information, to object to processing, to data portability, and to withdraw consent at any time. If you are in the EU/EEA you may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
10. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
11. Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us through the contact channels listed on the TM Media website.
Last updated: September 2026.