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Privacy Policy
Last Updated: Aug 7, 2025
Introduction
Palkhi Updates ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App") and website related to the Shri Gajanan Maharaj Palkhi. By using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.
Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to the Palkhi Updates app available on the Google Play Store, our website, and any related services. It does not apply to third-party services or websites linked from our App, which have their own privacy policies.
Information We Collect
We collect information to provide and improve our services. The types of information we may collect include:
Personal Information:
Name
Email address
Mobile number
City
Date of birth
User role (Bhakt, Sevekari, or Warkari)
This information helps us personalize your experience and connect you with the Palkhi community.
Usage Data:
We collect information about how you interact with the App, such as pages visited, features used (e.g., timetable, gallery), search queries, and timestamps.
Device Information:
We collect device-related information including:
Device type
Operating system (e.g., Android version)
IP address
Unique device identifiers (e.g., Android ID)
Mobile network information
Location Data:
With your explicit consent, we collect your location (precise and approximate) to provide real-time Palkhi procession updates. This requires ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION and ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION permissions.
Media and Storage:
We access your device's storage to cache gallery images and timetable data for offline use. This requires READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE and WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE permissions for Android versions below 10.
Analytics Data:
We use Firebase and Google Analytics to collect anonymized data about app usage, crashes, and performance.
How We Collect Information
Directly from You: When you register, provide feedback, or contact us.
Automatically: When you use the App.
With Permissions: For location, media, and notifications.
How We Use Your Information
To provide and improve features like real-time updates, gallery, and timetables.
To personalize your experience based on your city, location, and user role.
To communicate via push notifications, SMS, or email (with your consent).
To improve functionality, diagnose issues, and enhance the Appโs performance.
To ensure app security and prevent fraudulent use.
To comply with legal requirements.
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data with:
Service Providers:
Firebase: For user authentication, push notifications, cloud storage, and analytics.
Google Analytics: For anonymized performance tracking.
Firebase Cloud Messaging: For sending push notifications.
These providers are bound by contracts to protect your data.
Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our users.
With Your Consent: If you explicitly permit data sharing.
Data Security
We implement safeguards including:
HTTPS encryption
Firebase-secured data storage
Regular updates to patch security vulnerabilities
Note: No method is 100% secure. If a data breach occurs, users will be notified as required under GDPR, CCPA, or applicable law.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
Access your data
Correct inaccuracies
Request deletion
Opt out of:
Location tracking
Push notifications
Analytics tracking
Request a copy of your data (data portability)
To exercise these rights, contact us at: support@palkhiupdates.com
Android Permissions Used
ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION / ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION: For location-based updates
READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: For offline caching of images (on Android versions < 10)
INTERNET / ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: For data connectivity and updates
POST_NOTIFICATIONS: To send push alerts
Third-Party Services
Firebase (Google): Cloud storage, notifications, crash analytics
Google Analytics: Usage analytics
Volley: Used to send network requests; does not collect personal data
Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 13. We collect date of birth to restrict access accordingly and comply with COPPA. If we discover unauthorized data from children, we delete it.
Compliance with Google Play Policies
Families Policy: The app uses age checks but is not targeted to children under 13.
Data Safety Section: Discloses data collection, use, and sharing per Play policy.
User Data Minimization: Only essential data is collected; optional data is permission-based.
International Data Transfers
User data may be stored on Firebase or Google servers outside India, including the U.S. Transfers comply with applicable laws like GDPR via mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Users will be notified through the App or website. Continued use of the App after updates indicates acceptance.
Contact Us
Email: prabhakarwadatkar@gmail.com
Address: Palkhi Updates Team, Shegaon, Maharashtra, India
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