This Privacy Policy explains how Biodhara ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use https://biodhara.com (the "Service").
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us:
- Account information: Email address, full name, and password (stored securely as a hash).
- Biodata information: Personal details, family details, education, occupation, contact information, partner preferences, and other details you enter into your biodata forms.
- Photos: Profile photos you upload (if any).
- Communications: If you contact us, we may collect your message and contact details.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
- Create and manage your account
- Generate and export your biodata as PDF
- Send important service-related communications (e.g., email verification, password reset)
- Protect against abuse, fraud, and security risks
- Comply with legal obligations
Data Storage and Security
- Authentication: We use secure HttpOnly cookies for session management.
- Passwords: Passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms; we never store plaintext passwords.
- Photos: Uploaded photos are stored securely (on disk in development, or in private cloud storage in production). Access may be restricted via signed URLs.
- Database: Data is stored in a secure PostgreSQL database.
Cookies
We use essential cookies required for authentication and session management. See our Cookie Policy for details.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With your consent
- To comply with legal obligations or valid legal requests
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Biodhara, our users, or the public
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent where applicable
You can delete your account directly from your account Settings page. If you need assistance, contact us at support@biodhara.com.
Data Retention
We retain your account and biodata data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, we delete your biodatas, uploaded photos, and associated account data. Some backup copies may persist for a limited time as required by law or for security purposes.
Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@biodhara.com.