Welcome to BrahminByah.com ("Platform", "Website", "we", "our", or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect personal information provided by users of BrahminByah.com.
BrahminByah.com is a service offered and operated by ShadiByah.com. User information may be managed through systems operated by ShadiByah.com for account administration, customer support, technical operations, and matrimonial service delivery.
By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. About BrahminByah.com
BrahminByah.com is an online matrimonial platform primarily intended for individuals and families seeking matrimonial alliances within the Brahmin community. The Platform may be accessed by users globally, subject to applicable laws and eligibility requirements.
Users may create profiles for themselves or, where legally permitted, parents, guardians, or relatives may create profiles on behalf of marriage-seeking individuals.
2. Eligibility
The Platform is intended only for individuals who have attained the legally permissible age for marriage in their respective country or jurisdiction.
We do not knowingly collect information from individuals who are not legally eligible for marriage.
3. Information We Collect
A. Personal Information
During registration and profile creation, we may collect:
- Name
- Gender
- Date of Birth
- Relationship with profile owner
- Height and weight
- Marital status
- Complexion
- Health-related information voluntarily provided
- Profile photograph
B. Education and Professional Information
- Education level
- Degrees and qualifications
- Educational details
- Occupation
- Employer or organization
- Designation
- Annual income
- Work location details
C. Address Information
- Current address
- City, state, country
- Postal code
- Accommodation details
D. Native/Family Location Information
- Native city, state, country
- Native address information
E. Contact Information
- Mobile number
- Email address
- Alternate contact numbers
- Contact person details and relationship
F. Religious and Community Information
- Caste
- Sub-caste
- Mother tongue
G. Family Information
- Family type
- Family values
- Family status
- Gotra
- Parents' names
- Parents' occupations
- Parents' contact information
- Sibling information
- Additional family details
H. Astrology Information
Users may voluntarily provide:
- Birth time
- Birth city
- Birth district
- Birth state
- Manglik status
- Constellation information
- Naadi information
I. Technical Information
We may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser information
- Device information
- Website usage statistics
- Access logs
- Security-related information
4. Mobile Number Verification
We verify user mobile numbers using One-Time Password (OTP) verification.
Only users with verified mobile numbers may access certain Platform features.
5. How Information Is Used
We use collected information to:
- Create and maintain matrimonial profiles
- Facilitate matrimonial matchmaking
- Display profiles to eligible users
- Verify user authenticity
- Provide customer support
- Review and moderate profiles
- Improve Platform functionality
- Send notifications and alerts
- Prevent fraud and misuse
- Comply with legal obligations
6. Profile Visibility and Information Sharing
Public Information
Profile photographs may be visible publicly.
Logged-In Users
Most profile information is visible only to registered users who have logged into the Platform.
Contact Information Access
Contact information is considered sensitive information and is not displayed to all users.
Access to contact information is available only to:
- Users with OTP-verified accounts;
- Users whose biodata/profile has been verified by the Platform; and
- Users holding an eligible paid membership plan.
By creating a profile, you acknowledge that eligible users may view and save your contact information.
7. Profile Verification and Moderation
All newly submitted profiles may be reviewed by Platform administrators before approval or publication.
We reserve the right to edit, reject, suspend, or remove profiles that:
- Contain inaccurate information;
- Violate applicable laws;
- Violate Platform policies; or
- Are deemed inappropriate or misleading.
8. Administrative Access
Authorized administrators may access user information for purposes including:
- Customer support;
- Technical assistance;
- Profile verification;
- Account management;
- Fraud prevention;
- Security monitoring; and
- Policy enforcement.
Administrators do not have access to user passwords in readable form.
9. Payments
Paid memberships and services may be offered through the Platform.
Payment processing is conducted through third-party payment providers, including CC Avenue.
We do not collect or store debit card, credit card, banking credentials, or payment instrument information on our own servers.
We receive only payment confirmations, transaction references, and related status information necessary to provide services.
10. SMS Communications
We may send SMS communications including:
- OTP verification messages;
- Match notifications;
- Service-related updates;
- Event announcements;
- Promotional and marketing communications.
Users may contact us to opt out of promotional communications where applicable.
11. Analytics and Tracking
We use analytics services including:
- Google Analytics
- Cloudflare Analytics
These services help us understand website usage, improve performance, and maintain security.
Analytics providers may collect technical and usage-related information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
12. Cookies and Similar Technologies
The Platform uses cookies and similar technologies necessary for:
- User authentication;
- Security;
- Session management;
- Website functionality;
- Performance monitoring; and
- Analytics.
Users may control cookies through their browser settings; however, disabling essential cookies may affect Platform functionality.
13. Data Sharing
We do not sell user personal information.
We may share information:
- With payment service providers;
- With SMS service providers;
- With analytics providers;
- When required by law;
- To protect our legal rights; or
- During business restructuring, merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets.
14. Relationship With ShadiByah.com
The Platform may operate alongside affiliated matrimonial services, including ShadiByah.com.
Certain user information may be shared between affiliated services where necessary for account management, profile administration, customer support, or matrimonial service delivery.
15. Data Storage and Security
User information is stored on servers located in India.
We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect user information against:
- Unauthorized access;
- Accidental loss;
- Misuse;
- Alteration; and
- Disclosure.
However, no internet-based system can guarantee absolute security.
16. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for legitimate business and legal purposes.
Where an account deletion request is received:
- The profile will be hidden immediately;
- Data will generally be retained for up to 30 days for recovery purposes;
- After the retention period, information will be permanently deleted unless legal obligations require longer retention.
Payment records and compliance-related information may be retained for longer periods where required by law.
17. Account Deletion Requests
Users may request account deletion by contacting us through the contact details provided on the Platform.
At present, self-service deletion through the website interface may not be available.
We may verify the identity of the requester before processing deletion requests.
18. International Users
Users accessing the Platform from outside India acknowledge that their information may be transferred to, processed in, and stored in India.
By using the Platform, users consent to such transfers.
19. User Rights
Subject to applicable law, users may request:
- Access to their personal information;
- Correction of inaccurate information;
- Deletion of personal information;
- Withdrawal of consent where legally permitted; and
- Information regarding how their data is processed.
Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.
20. Compliance With Applicable Laws
We endeavor to process personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India), where applicable.
21. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updated versions will be posted on the Platform with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the Platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
22. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, account deletion requests, grievances, or concerns, please contact:
- Organization: Shadibyah.com
- Address: 13/14, Shankar Nagar, Indore, Madhya Pradesh (452018)
- Email: support@brahminbyah.com
- Mobile Number: +917999526632
By using BrahminByah.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.