Privacy Policy

Last updated: [Dec 2025]

Welcome to LingayatShaadi. Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website.

1. About Us

This website is operated under the name LingayatShaadi.
Currently, the platform is operated by an individual proprietor. Ownership and legal details may be updated upon formal business registration.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you register, create a profile, or interact with our services:
Full name
Gender
Date of birth / age details
Mobile number (used for login / OTP / communication)
Email address (if provided)
Profile photos
Religion, caste, sub-caste details
Location, profession, education, family details Any other information voluntarily provided by the user

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
Create and manage user profiles
Enable matchmaking and profile discovery
Verify users and prevent misuse
Provide support through WhatsApp or other communication channels
Improve website functionality and user experience
Enforce platform rules and prevent fraudulent activity

4. Profile Visibility & Data Access

Certain profile details may be visible to logged-in or premium members only Some sensitive details may be masked for non-premium users Contact details are shared only as per platform rules. We do not guarantee matches and do not take responsibility for interactions between users.

5. WhatsApp, OTP & Communication

By registering on LingayatShaadi, you consent to receive:
OTP messages for login/verification
WhatsApp messages related to profile approval, membership, or support
You may opt out of non-essential communication at any time.

6. Cookies & Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Maintain login sessions
Analyze website traffic
Improve user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect user data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no online platform is 100% secure, and users share information at their own discretion.

8. Data Retention & Deletion

User data is retained as long as the account is active
Users may request profile deactivation or deletion
Admin reserves the right to retain limited data for legal or security reasons