Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
1. Information We Collect
To provide our community and matrimonial services, we collect personal details including but not limited to:
- Identity Data: Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Caste/Sub-caste.
- Contact Data: Email address, Phone number, Residential address.
- Profile Data: Education, Profession, Family details, and Preferences.
- Media: Profile photographs and horoscope documents uploaded by you.
2. How We Use Your Data
Your data is used primarily to:
- Facilitate matrimonial matchmaking within the community.
- Verify member identity to ensure a safe environment.
- Communicate upcoming community events and news.
- Process membership payments and donations.
3. Data Visibility & Control
Matrimonial Profiles: Your core profile details are visible to other registered members based on your privacy settings. Sensitive contact details (Phone/Email) are only shared when you accept a connection request or if your privacy settings allow it.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. Passwords are hashed, and access to the database is restricted. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
5. Third-Party Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our trusted affiliates.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to request access to your personal data, ask for corrections, or request deletion of your account. You can manage most of this directly from your member dashboard.
If you have concerns about your data, please contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@govindakalyanam.com.