Your privacy and safety on Ghotok Bari

1. Who we are

Ghotok Bari is an online matrimonial platform that helps adults find compatible life partners. We operate only as a matchmaking / introduction service. We do not offer any guarantee of marriage, nor do we conduct background checks unless explicitly stated.

2. Information we collect

We collect information directly from you when you register, create or edit your biodata, use our services or communicate with us.

3. How we use your information

We use your information only for legitimate purposes related to providing and improving the matrimonial service:

• To create and maintain your account and biodata.
• To show your profile to other registered members according to search filters.
• To allow you to view other profiles and express interest / send messages (if enabled).
• To send service notifications, security alerts and important account updates.
• To respond to your support requests and feedback.
• To monitor abuse, detect fraud and enforce our Terms of Use.
• To run analytics that help us understand and improve the product (in aggregated form).

4. Sensitive personal information

Matrimonial profiles may include sensitive details such as religion, caste/community, health conditions or family information. You choose what to share in your biodata.

• We use this information only for matchmaking and to show it to logged‑in members as part of your profile.
• We do not sell, rent or share this sensitive data with advertisers.
• You can edit or delete this information at any time from your dashboard.

5. Social media links

You may optionally share links to your social media profiles (for example Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, etc.) in your biodata.

• We simply store and display these URLs to other logged‑in members you interact with.
• We do not gain access to your social media accounts or passwords.
• You can remove or update these links at any time from the biodata edit page.

6. Cookies and tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in and maintain your session securely.
• Remember your language and basic preferences.
• Measure site performance and improve user experience.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling essential cookies may affect core features like login and profile management.

7. When we share your data

We do not sell or rent your personal data to advertisers or other third parties. We may share limited information only in the following situations:

• Service providers who help us host, store or process data (for example cloud hosting, email delivery) under strict confidentiality and data‑protection agreements.
• Legal reasons when required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety of users or others.

8. How long we keep your data

We keep your account and biodata information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the service. When you delete your account:

• Your profile and photos are removed from public view.
• We may retain limited information (for example, logs or transaction records) for a reasonable period for legal, security or fraud‑prevention purposes.

9. Your rights & choices

Through your account dashboard you can:

• View and update most of your profile information.
• Edit or remove sensitive details, hobbies and expectations.
• Change your password and manage login details.
• Delete your biodata or request account deletion.

If you have any questions about your data or want to exercise additional privacy rights available under your local law, please contact us using the details below.

10. Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including encrypted connections (HTTPS), access controls and regular monitoring. However, no online platform can guarantee 100% security.

Please keep your password confidential, log out from shared devices and be careful when sharing personal or financial information with other members.

11. Children's privacy

Our services are intended only for adults who are legally eligible to marry under applicable law. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn that an account belongs to a minor, we may delete or restrict the account.