Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Website: https://trainrunningstatus.net.in/

Website Name: Train Running Status

Introduction

Welcome to Train Running Status (https://trainrunningstatus.net.in/). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect from our users, how we use that information, and the steps we take to safeguard it.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, we kindly request that you discontinue use of our website.

Train Running Status is a free-to-use online platform that provides real-time Indian Railways train running status, live train location on map, platform numbers, station live boards, and other railway-related information. We value the trust you place in us and strive to maintain transparency about our data practices.

Information We Collect

At Train Running Status, we collect two types of information — personal information and non-personal information — depending on how you use our website.

1. Non-Personal Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain non-personal information, including but not limited to:

  • Browser type and version (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
  • Operating system (e.g., Windows, Android, iOS)
  • IP address (used only for geographic analytics)
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website (the site that brought you to ours)
  • Device type (mobile, tablet, or desktop)
  • Search queries entered on our website (e.g., train numbers, station names)

This non-personal information is collected automatically through cookies and web analytics tools and is used solely to improve the performance and user experience of our website.

2. Personal Information

We do not require users to create an account or log in to use Train Running Status. However, if you contact us via our Contact Us page or subscribe to any future notifications, we may collect:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Message content

This information is collected voluntarily and is used only to respond to your queries or provide requested services.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our services – We use data about how users interact with our website to enhance features, fix bugs, and improve overall user experience.
  • To analyze website traffic – We use tools like Google Analytics to understand visitor behavior, popular pages, and traffic sources.
  • To respond to user queries – If you contact us, we use your name and email to respond appropriately.
  • To display relevant advertisements – We use third-party advertising partners (such as Google AdSense) to serve ads on our website. These partners may use cookies to display ads relevant to your interests.
  • To ensure website security – IP addresses and usage data help us detect and prevent fraudulent or malicious activity.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Train Running Status uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our website.

Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies – Necessary for the website to function properly.
  • Analytics Cookies – Used by Google Analytics to collect anonymous data about website traffic and usage.
  • Advertising Cookies – Used by Google AdSense and other ad networks to serve personalized advertisements.
  • Functional Cookies – Used to remember your preferences such as language settings.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Third-Party Services

Train Running Status may use third-party services that collect and process data independently. These include:

  • Google Analytics – For website traffic and behavior analysis. Google Privacy Policy
  • Google AdSense – For displaying relevant advertisements. Google Ads Privacy Policy
  • Google Maps API – For displaying live train location on map features.
  • Indian Railways / NTES Data – We source train running data from publicly available Indian Railways and NTES APIs.

These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. Train Running Status is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external services.

Data Retention

We retain non-personal data (analytics, logs) for a maximum period of 26 months, after which it is automatically deleted. Personal information submitted via the Contact Us form is retained only as long as necessary to respond to your query and is then deleted.

Children’s Privacy

Train Running Status does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 years. Our website is intended for general audiences. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at the email address provided below, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Your Rights

As a user of Train Running Status, you have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Right to Access – You may request details of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Right to Correction – You may request correction of any inaccurate information.
  • Right to Deletion – You may request deletion of your personal data from our records.
  • Right to Opt-Out – You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us section.

Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for reference or informational purposes. Train Running Status is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any website they visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Train Running Status reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be reflected on this page with a revised Effective Date. We encourage users to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Continued use of our website after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please feel free to contact us:

Website: https://trainrunningstatus.net.in/

Contact Page: https://trainrunningstatus.net.in/contact

We will respond to your inquiry within 5–7 business days.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on January 1, 2026.