Privacy Policy
Welcome to Borsad Patidar Samaj ("we", "our", "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information you provide when you use our Borsad Patidar Samaj website and mobile application (together, the "Platform"). By using the Platform you agree to the terms of this policy.
1. Purpose of the Platform
The Borsad Patidar Samaj App helps Samaj members register matrimonial profiles, find suitable marriage matches within the Samaj, and stay informed about Samaj events and activities.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
When you register or use our services, we may collect:
- Full name, gender, date of birth
- Contact details: phone number, email address, postal address
- Profile photos
- Religion, caste/sub-caste, gotra, and community details
- Education, occupation, income, family information
- Marital status and partner preferences
2.2 Automatically Collected Data
When you use the Platform we may automatically collect:
- Device information (model, OS, device identifiers)
- IP address and browser information
- Location data (only if you grant permission)
- Usage information (login timestamps, pages viewed, actions)
2.3 Optional Information
You may provide optional details such as hobbies, interests, lifestyle or horoscope information to improve matchmaking.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Create and manage your member/matrimonial profile
- Suggest and display compatible matches within the Samaj
- Send notifications, match alerts, and Samaj announcements
- Improve and personalize platform features
- Prevent fraud, spam, and misuse
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only in these cases:
- With verified Samaj members according to your profile visibility and privacy settings
- With trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, payment processors) under confidentiality agreements
- When required by law, court order, or government authority
- To prevent or investigate fraud, security breaches, or misuse
5. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures (encryption in transit and at rest, secure servers, access controls) to protect your personal data. While we strive to keep your information secure, no system is completely immune to security risks.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or update your profile information
- Delete or deactivate your account
- Control profile visibility and contact preferences
- Withdraw consent for data processing (subject to legal or contractual constraints)
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@borsadpatidarsamaj.com.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account deletion as required for legal, tax, or security reasons. Backups may persist for a limited additional period.
8. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, analyze usage, and improve the Platform. You can manage cookies in your browser or device settings; disabling cookies may affect functionality.
9. Third-Party Links & Services
The Platform may link to third-party websites or services (for payments, maps, social sharing). We are not responsible for their privacy practices — please review their privacy policies directly.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Platform is intended for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover that we have collected personal data from a minor, we will promptly delete it.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Borsad Patidar Samaj
Email: support@borsadpatidarsamaj.com
Website: www.borsadpatidarsamaj.com
Address: Borsad Patidar Samaj, Anand District, Gujarat, India