Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – HanumanChalisas.org

This Privacy Policy explains how HanumanChalisas.org (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit https://hanumanchalisas.org (the “Site”) or contact us. By using the Site, you agree to this Policy.

Summary: We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site, measure performance, and show ads. You can control cookies and opt out of personalized ads as described below.

1) Information we collect

  • Information you provide: Emails you send us (e.g., feedback, corrections, partnership requests) and any details you include.
  • Automatic data (usage & device): IP address, approximate location, device type, browser, operating system, pages visited, time on page, referring/exit pages, and similar diagnostics collected via cookies, pixels, or log files.
  • Cookies & similar tech: Small files placed on your device to remember preferences, improve performance, and support advertising/analytics.

2) How we use your information

  • Provide & improve the Site: Debugging, analytics, and enhancing content/layout.
  • Communicate: Respond to inquiries and send essential service messages.
  • Safety & compliance: Detect/prevent fraud or abuse; comply with legal obligations.
  • Advertising: Show ads, limit ad frequency, measure ad performance, and (where permitted) personalize ads.

3) Advertising (Google AdSense) & your choices

Note for California residents: We do not sell your personal information. We may “share” identifiers and device data with advertising partners for cross‑context behavioral advertising as defined by California law. You can opt out of such sharing via our “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link or through Privacy & Cookie Settings (see Section 7).

4) Analytics

If enabled, we use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how the Site is used. Analytics cookies help us measure visits, popular pages, and performance trends.

5) Legal bases for processing (EEA/UK)

Where GDPR/UK GDPR applies, we process personal data on these bases:

  • Consent (e.g., non‑essential cookies, personalized ads);
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., Site security, non‑personalized ads, basic analytics);
  • Legal obligation (e.g., responding to lawful requests).
    You can withdraw consent at any time via Privacy & Cookie Settings.

6) Sharing of information

We may share information with:

  • Service providers (hosting, security, analytics, ad tech) bound by confidentiality;
  • Ad partners & measurement vendors (see Section 3);
  • Authorities when required by law or to protect rights, safety, and integrity;
  • Successors in the event of a reorganization or transfer, subject to this Policy.

We do not sell personal information.

7) Your controls & choices

  • Cookie preferences: Manage or withdraw consent for non‑essential cookies via Privacy & Cookie Settings (link in the Site footer).
  • Ads personalization: Use the links in Section 3.
  • Email: Unsubscribe or request deletion by contacting 7seastech1@gmail.com.

8) Your rights (jurisdiction‑specific)

  • EEA/UK: Access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, object, and data portability. You may also lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
  • California (CCPA/CPRA): Right to know, delete, correct, and opt out of “sharing” for cross‑context behavioral advertising. Use “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” or Privacy & Cookie Settings.
  • India (DPDP Act): You may request access, correction, or grievance redressal. See Grievance Officer below.

To exercise rights, email 7seastech1@gmail.com with “Privacy Request” in the subject. We may verify your identity before acting.

9) Data retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described, unless a longer period is required by law (e.g., security logs).

10) International transfers

We may process data on servers located outside your country. Where required, we use safeguards such as standard contractual clauses.

11) Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

12) Children’s privacy

Our Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us and we will delete it.

13) Third‑party links

Our Site may link to other websites (e.g., audio/video platforms). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before providing information.

14) Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The Effective date above shows the latest version. Material changes will be highlighted on this page.

15) Contact us / Data protection contact

  • Email: 7seastech1@gmail.com