Privacy Policy for Bhokaali

Effective Date: 29/08/2023

1. Introduction

Welcome to Bhokaali ("we," "us," "our," or "the App"). We are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our app.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide: We may collect information that you provide when you use the app, including but not limited to:

• Account registration information (e.g., username, email address).
• Profile information (e.g., profile picture, bio).
• Content you upload, post, or share.
• Communications with other users.
• Feedback and support requests.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information: We may also automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (e.g., device type, operating system).
• Log data (e.g., IP address, access times).
• Usage data (e.g., interactions with the app, content viewed, and engagement metrics).

2.3 Collection and Usage of Image Information

Our App may collect and upload image information provided by users. This may include, but is not limited to, photographs, images, or other visual content uploaded or shared within the App. We may use this image information for the following purposes:

• Processing and Storage: We may process and store the images uploaded by users to provide the functionality of the App, such as storing images for user access and retrieval.

• Improvement of Services: We may analyze the uploaded image information to improve the features and functionality of the App, such as enhancing image recognition algorithms or developing new features based on user preferences.

• Personalization: We may use image information to personalize the user experience within the App, such as recommending content or providing customized services based on the uploaded images.

• Legal Compliance and Protection: We may use image information to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to legal process or requests from law enforcement authorities, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, as well as the rights, property, or safety of our users or others.

• Aggregate Data: We may aggregate and anonymize image information for statistical or analytical purposes, which may be shared with third parties for purposes such as research or marketing.

By using our App, you consent to the collection and usage of image information as described in this Privacy Policy. You also acknowledge and agree that any image information you upload or share within the App may be accessible to other users in accordance with the functionality of the App.

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect data about your use of the app. You can manage your cookie preferences in your device settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve the app's functionality and content.
• To personalize your experience on the app.
• To communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and provide customer support.
• To send you updates, promotions, and other marketing communications (you can opt out at any time).
• To detect and prevent fraud, security breaches, and abuse of the app.
• To comply with legal obligations.

4. Data Sharing

We may share your information with the following parties:

• Other users, as per your interactions and settings.
• Service providers who assist in app development, hosting, analytics, and customer support.
• Law enforcement or government agencies when required by law.
• In the event of a merger, sale, or asset transfer, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Your Choices

You have choices regarding the collection and use of your information:

• You can review and update your account information at any time.
• You can adjust your privacy settings within the app.
• You can opt out of marketing communications.
• You can delete your account, which will remove your personal information from our systems (subject to certain legal obligations).

6. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us to request its removal.

8. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy within the app or by other means.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at support@bhokaali.com.