You agree to the privacy policy below, and the Privacy Policy for Substack, the technology provider.

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

I, Rana Ayyub at Substack value your privacy and am committed to protecting the personal information of my readers, subscribers, and contributors.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your information when you access our website, newsletter, subscriber community, events, podcasts, interviews, or related services (platform)

By using the Platform, you agree to this Privacy Policy and the processing of your information as described below.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account & Subscription Information:
Name, email address, payment details, subscription preferences, and billing information processed through Substack or associated payment providers.

Communications:
Information shared when you contact us through email, comments, surveys, interviews, tip submissions, event registrations, or subscriber discussions.

User Contributions:
Comments, responses, messages, feedback, or other material voluntarily submitted through the Platform.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Technical Data:
IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, language preferences, referral URLs, and approximate geographic location.

Usage Data:
Newsletter opens, click activity, reading duration, interaction history, content preferences, and engagement metrics.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies:
We use cookies and similar technologies to authenticate users, analyze readership trends, improve user experience, and monitor Platform performance.

2.3 Third-Party Sources

Analytics Providers:
We may use third-party analytics tools to understand audience engagement and Platform usage.

Payment Providers:
Payment and subscription information may be processed by third-party services such as Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, or other providers integrated through Substack.

Social Media & Referral Sources:
If you access the Platform through social media, referral links, or partnerships, we may receive limited referral-related information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and manage subscriptions and newsletter delivery

• Process payments and renewals

• Communicate regarding publications, updates, events, podcasts, investigations, or subscriber-only content

• Respond to inquiries, feedback, or support requests

• Personalize content recommendations and improve reader experience

• Monitor Platform performance, readership trends, and audience engagement

• Prevent fraud, abuse, harassment, spam, or unauthorized access

• Comply with legal obligations and protect journalistic integrity

We do not sell or rent subscriber information to advertisers or unrelated third parties.

4. Confidential Communications & Journalistic Material

Readers may voluntarily submit confidential tips, documents, or communications to the publication.

While we take reasonable steps to protect sensitive information, no internet-based communication system is completely secure.

Users are encouraged to exercise caution and use secure communication methods when sharing sensitive or confidential material.

The publication reserves the right to protect journalistic sources and editorial independence in accordance with applicable laws and journalistic ethics.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share information with:

Service Providers:
Third-party providers assisting with payment processing, analytics, email delivery, hosting, moderation, customer support, or technical infrastructure, subject to confidentiality obligations.

Legal & Safety Obligations:
Where required by law, court order, legal process, or where necessary to protect rights, safety, security, or prevent unlawful activity.

Business Transfers:
In connection with mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, or asset transfers, subject to appropriate privacy safeguards.

With Your Consent:
Where you explicitly agree to the sharing of information.

We do not publicly disclose subscriber lists or private subscriber information except where legally required.

6. Comments, Community Conduct & Public Interactions

Information voluntarily posted in comments, discussion threads, or community spaces may be visible to other users.

We reserve the right to moderate, remove, restrict, or report content involving:

• Harassment or abuse

• Hate speech

• Threats or intimidation

• Doxxing or privacy violations

• Spam or coordinated manipulation

• Defamatory or unlawful content

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use:

Essential Cookies:
For authentication, subscription access, fraud prevention, and security.

Performance Cookies:
To analyze readership trends and improve Platform functionality.

Functional Cookies:
To remember user preferences and personalize content delivery.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though certain Platform features may become unavailable.

8. Security

We implement commercially reasonable safeguards including encrypted connections, access controls, and security monitoring.

Sensitive payment information is processed through secure third-party payment providers. We do not directly store complete payment card information.

Despite our efforts, no digital platform or transmission method can guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

We retain subscriber and account information for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Maintain subscriptions and archives

• Comply with legal obligations

• Resolve disputes

• Prevent fraud or abuse

• Preserve publication records

You may unsubscribe at any time through the unsubscribe link included in emails.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to or restrict certain processing

• Withdraw consent where applicable

• Opt out of marketing communications

• Lodge complaints with relevant data protection authorities

Requests may be submitted through the contact information below.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed or stored in countries outside your country of residence through third-party infrastructure providers or service partners.

Where applicable, reasonable safeguards will be implemented in accordance with relevant data protection laws.

12. Children’s Privacy

The Platform is intended for users aged 18 and older.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such information, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or Platform practices.

Material changes may be communicated through email notifications or notices posted on the Platform.

Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

14. Contact

For privacy inquiries, data requests, corrections, or legal concerns, please contact:

Email: rana.ayyub@gmail.com

Business Name: ranaayyub.substack.com

Address: Mumbai, India

Last Updated: 20-5-2026