Advertising Policy – Hindu Wire

At Hindu Wire, we believe in maintaining transparency and integrity in our advertising practices. Our Advertising Policy outlines the principles and guidelines that govern the display of advertisements on our platform. We strive to provide a trustworthy and engaging experience for our readers while delivering meaningful and relevant content.

Advertising Principles:

  1. Relevance and Quality: We prioritize the display of advertisements that are relevant to our audience and align with the content on Hindu Wire. Advertisements must meet high-quality standards and provide value to our readers.
  2. Ethical Standards: We adhere to ethical standards in advertising, avoiding content that is misleading, offensive, or violates our community standards. Advertisements must not compromise the trust and credibility we have built with our audience.
  3. Transparency: We are committed to transparency in advertising. Clear distinctions will be made between editorial content and advertising to ensure our readers can easily differentiate between the two.

Acceptance Criteria:

  1. Content Alignment: Advertisements must align with the values and content focus of Hindu Wire. We reserve the right to reject ads that do not fit within our editorial guidelines or that may be deemed inappropriate for our audience.
  2. Legal Compliance: All advertisements must comply with local and international laws and regulations. Advertisers are responsible for ensuring that their content meets legal requirements and does not infringe on the rights of others.
  3. User Experience: We prioritize a positive user experience. Advertisements should not disrupt the natural flow of content, and pop-up or intrusive ads that hinder the user experience will not be accepted.

Ad Formats:

  1. Display Ads: Hindu Wire accepts display ads in various formats, including banner ads and sponsored content. Advertisements should be visually appealing, clearly labelled as sponsored, and provide valuable information to our audience.
  2. Native Advertising: Native ads must blend seamlessly with the editorial content of Hindu Wire while being identified as sponsored. They should provide relevant and informative content to enhance the user experience.

User Data and Privacy:

  1. Data Collection: Advertisers must adhere to strict privacy standards. Data collection practices within advertisements should be transparent, and user consent must be obtained when applicable.
  2. Cookies and Tracking: Adherence to our website’s cookie and tracking policies is mandatory. Advertisers are expected to comply with legal requirements regarding the use of cookies and user tracking.

Compliance and Enforcement:

  1. Review Process: All advertisements are subject to review by our advertising team. We reserve the right to reject or remove any ad that violates our Advertising Policy.
  2. Policy Updates: Our advertising policy is subject to periodic review and updates. Advertisers are encouraged to stay informed about any changes to ensure ongoing compliance.

Contact Us:

If you have questions or concerns about our advertising policy, please contact us at ads@hinduwire.com. We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a positive and trustworthy advertising environment on Hindu Wire.

Transparency, Relevance, and Quality in Advertising.