Your Privacy Matters: At Uttarakhand Shadi, we are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring your privacy while you find your perfect match.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you register on Uttarakhand Shadi, we collect the following information:
- Basic details: Name, age, gender, date of birth
- Contact information: Email address, phone number, address
- Profile information: Education, occupation, income, family details
- Photos and personal preferences
- Religious and cultural preferences
- Physical attributes and lifestyle choices
Technical Information
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and version
- Usage patterns and site navigation
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Matchmaking: To suggest compatible profiles based on your preferences
- Communication: To facilitate communication between interested parties
- Verification: To verify profile authenticity and prevent fraud
- Customer Service: To provide support and resolve queries
- Marketing: To send relevant updates about our services (with consent)
- Analytics: To improve our platform and user experience
3. Information Sharing
What We Share
Your profile information is visible to:
- Other verified members of the platform
- Premium members with appropriate access levels
- Our customer support team when assisting you
What We Don't Share
We never share the following without your explicit consent:
- Contact information (phone number, email) until mutual interest
- Personal information with third-party advertisers
- Financial information or payment details
- Private messages or conversations
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption: All data transmission is SSL encrypted
- Access Controls: Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
- Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and updates
- Secure Storage: Data stored in secure, monitored servers
- Fraud Prevention: Advanced systems to detect and prevent unauthorized access
5. Your Rights and Controls
Profile Management
- Edit or update your profile information anytime
- Control visibility settings for different profile sections
- Choose who can contact you and view your profile
- Block or report inappropriate users
Data Rights
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update incorrect information
- Deletion: Request permanent account deletion
- Portability: Download your data in a standard format
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to enhance your experience:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
- Marketing Cookies: Show relevant content (with consent)
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
7. Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party services for:
- Payment processing (secure payment gateways)
- SMS and email services for notifications
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Customer support tools
These partners are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and cannot use your data for their own purposes.
8. Data Retention
We retain your information as follows:
- Active accounts: Data retained while account is active
- Inactive accounts: Profiles hidden after 12 months of inactivity
- Deleted accounts: Data permanently deleted within 30 days
- Legal requirements: Some data may be retained for legal compliance
9. International Data Transfers
Your data is primarily stored and processed in India. If transferred internationally, we ensure:
- Adequate protection measures are in place
- Compliance with applicable data protection laws
- Contractual safeguards with service providers
10. Children's Privacy
Uttarakhand Shadi is intended for adults aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided information, please contact us immediately.
11. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. When changes are made:
- Updated policy will be posted on our website
- Email notification for significant changes
- Continued use implies acceptance of updated terms
12. Contact Information
Remember: Your trust is important to us. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with a safe, secure platform to find your life partner in the beautiful state of Uttarakhand.
