Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 24 October 2023

This Privacy Policy describes the policies and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use “Know About Hinduism(knowabouthinduism.com),” including our website, blog, and online store. We value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains your privacy rights and how we adhere to legal protections.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

The capitalized words in this Privacy Policy have specific meanings defined in the following sections. They hold the same meaning whether used in singular or plural form.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

  • Account: A unique account created to access our services.
  • Company: “Know About Hinduism”
  • Cookies: Small files placed on your device by our website to collect browsing history and other data.
  • Country: Refers to India.
  • Device: Any equipment that can access our services, such as a computer, mobile phone, or tablet.
  • Personal Data: Information related to an identifiable individual.
  • Service: Refers to “Know About Hinduism,” including the website, blog, and online store.
  • Service Provider: Third-party entities or individuals employed to assist us in delivering and enhancing our services.
  • Third-party Social Media Service: External websites or social networks used for Service access and user registration.
  • Usage Data: Data automatically collected, including IP addresses, browser details, and time spent on pages.
  • Website: “Know About Hinduism,” accessible from store.knowabouthinduism.com
  • You: The individual using our services or a legal entity representing that individual.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

While using our services, we may request certain personally identifiable information, including:

  • Email address
  • First name and last name
  • Phone number
  • Address, State, Province, ZIP/Postal code, City

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically and may include:

  • Your Device’s Internet Protocol (IP) address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited on our Service
  • Time and date of visits
  • Time spent on pages
  • Unique device identifiers
  • Other diagnostic data

When using our services through a mobile device, we may collect additional information, including mobile device type, unique ID, IP address, mobile operating system, mobile browser type, and other diagnostic data.

We also collect information sent by your browser when accessing our Service or through a mobile device.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies such as beacons, tags, and scripts to enhance and analyze our Service. These technologies may include:

  • Cookies or Browser Cookies: Small files placed on your device. You can configure your browser to refuse or notify you of Cookies. However, some features may not function correctly without them.
  • Flash Cookies: Some features may use Flash Cookies, which are not managed by your browser’s settings. You can find information on disabling or deleting Flash Cookies here.
  • Web Beacons: Small electronic files in certain sections of our Service and emails used for tracking, counting users, and website statistics.

Cookies can be categorized as ‘Persistent’ or ‘Session’ Cookies. Persistent Cookies remain on your device when offline, while Session Cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

We use both Session and Persistent Cookies for the following purposes:

  • Necessary / Essential Cookies: These Cookies are vital for accessing Service features, user authentication, and preventing fraudulent use of accounts.
  • Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies: These Cookies determine if users have accepted our Cookie Policy.
  • Functionality Cookies: These Cookies remember your preferences, such as login details or language settings, for a personalized experience.

For more information about the Cookies we use and your choices, please visit our Cookies Policy or the Cookies section of our Privacy Policy.

Use of Your Personal Data

We may use your Personal Data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain our Service, monitor usage, and ensure account security.
  • To manage your Account registration and access to specific Service functionalities.
  • For contract performance, including product, item, or service purchase.
  • To contact you via email, phone calls, SMS, or other electronic communications for updates and informative messages related to our offerings.
  • To provide news, special offers, and general information about goods, services, and events that may interest you.
  • To address and manage your inquiries and requests.
  • For business transfers, including mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.
  • For other purposes, such as data analysis, usage trends, campaign effectiveness, and Service improvement.

Sharing Your Personal Information

We may share your personal information in the following situations:

  • With Service Providers: We may share your information with Service Providers to monitor and analyze Service use and for contact purposes.
  • For Business Transfers: Your information may be shared or transferred in connection with mergers, asset sales, financing, or business acquisition.
  • With Affiliates: We may share your information with our affiliates, ensuring they adhere to this Privacy Policy.
  • With Business Partners: We may share your information with business partners for offering specific products, services, or promotions.
  • With Other Users: When you share personal information or interact with other users publicly, that information becomes viewable by all users. If you connect through a Third-Party Social Media Service, your activity may be visible to your contacts on that platform.
  • With Your Consent: We may disclose your personal information for any other purpose with your consent.

Retention of Your Personal Data

We will retain your Personal Data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your Personal Data to meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements and policies, and for internal analysis. Usage Data is typically retained for a shorter period, unless required for security or Service enhancement.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information, including Personal Data, may be processed in locations outside your jurisdiction. Your consent to this Privacy Policy and data submission signifies your agreement to the secure handling of your data, adhering to this Privacy Policy.

The Company takes necessary steps to ensure that your data is treated securely and complies with this Privacy Policy, including adequate controls and data security measures.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Data may be transferred. We will notify you before any transfer occurs and when a different Privacy Policy applies.

Law Enforcement: Under specific circumstances, we may be legally required to disclose your Personal Data to comply with requests from public authorities, including courts or government agencies.

Other Legal Requirements: We may disclose your Personal Data in good faith to comply with legal obligations, protect Company rights or property, prevent wrongdoing, ensure Service user safety, or defend against legal liability.

Security of Your Personal Data

While we use

commercially acceptable methods to protect your Personal Data, no online data transmission or electronic storage is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute data security.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected Personal Data from a child without parental consent, please contact us, and we will take appropriate measures.

If processing your information requires parental consent under your country’s laws, we will request and obtain it.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to external websites not operated by us. We advise you to review the Privacy Policy of each site you visit, as we do not control or assume responsibility for their content, privacy policies, or practices.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of changes through email and a notice on our Service before the changes become effective. You are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are effective upon posting on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us:

By email: info@knowabouthinduism.com