1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide better services to our users. The types of information we collect include:

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services. Specifically, we use your information to:

• Create and manage your user account
• Connect you with wedding vendors and venues
• Send booking confirmations and important updates
• Personalize your experience and recommendations
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send promotional communications (with your consent)
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
• Detect and prevent fraudulent activities

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With vendors when you submit an inquiry or booking request
• With service providers who assist in our operations
• To comply with legal obligations or court orders
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With your explicit consent for other purposes

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Keep you logged into your account
• Understand how you interact with our platform
• Deliver relevant advertisements
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns

You can control cookie settings through your browser. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our platform.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and audits
• Access controls limiting employee access to data
• Secure data storage with reputable cloud providers
• Incident response procedures for potential breaches

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at shaadibazaarofficial@gmail.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7. Children's Privacy

ShaadiBazaar is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.

8. International Users

ShaadiBazaar is operated from India. If you are accessing our platform from outside India, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in India. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to India and the processing of your information in accordance with this policy.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.