1. Information Collection and Use

We collect and use your personal information to provide and improve our services. This includes:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other details provided during profile creation or interactions.
• Profile Information: Details such as age, education, occupation, native place, kootam, kuladeivam, horoscope, and preferences voluntarily shared for matchmaking purposes.
• Third-Party Logins: If you log in via Google, we access your name and email address only for verification purposes.

2. Log Data

We automatically collect technical information when you use our Site:

• IP address, browser type, and browser version.
• Pages visited, time spent on the Site, and navigation patterns.
• For account security, member actions such as logins, logouts, failed login attempts, profile changes and searches are recorded with the time, IP address and device type (mobile / computer). These records are visible only to administrators, are used to prevent fraud and misuse, and are moved to a secure archive after one year.
• To protect the Site against bots and automated attacks, every page request from members and visitors is logged (time, IP address, page address and browser details). Connections that send an unusually high number of requests may be temporarily blocked.

3. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience:

• Cookies store preferences (such as language choices) and enable login session features.
• You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function optimally.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Your personal information will never be sold to unauthorized third parties. It is shared only:

• With other members for matchmaking purposes upon your explicit consent.
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights.
• With trusted infrastructure service providers under strict confidentiality agreements.

5. Data Security (DPDPA & IT Act)

We implement industry-standard encryption and security measures to safeguard your personal data in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA 2023) and the IT Act.

6. Communication

We may send notifications regarding partner matches, system updates, or account alerts. You can manage your communication preferences in your account settings at any time.

7. Your Rights

As a user, you hold the following rights:

• Access, update, or correct your personal information at any time.
• Withdraw consent for data processing and request complete account deletion (Right to be Forgotten).
• Request a downloadable copy of your stored personal information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be published on this page immediately. Continued use of the Site signifies acceptance of the revised policy.