Privacy Policy

By MyZariya.com
Last Updated: October 18, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to MyZariya.com (“the App”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).
We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose information when you use our application “myzariya.com" — an informational and business directory service for the city of Malegaon, India.

By using our app or website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. About the App

MyZariya.com provides the people of Malegaon with complete and up-to-date information about:

Local businesses, shops, and offices
Government and semi-government departments
Schools, colleges, and hospitals
Public services such as bus and railway time tables
Links to national and regional newspapers (Marathi, Hindi, Urdu)
Online store registration and advertising for local shopkeepers

Our team personally collects and verifies this information from local sources and registered merchants.
All business promotions or advertisements are published only after obtaining consent from the concerned business owner.

3. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information to improve our services and maintain accuracy.

(a) Information Provided by Business Owners

Business name, address, and contact number
Owner name (if voluntarily provided)
Business category and description
Photographs, logo, or promotional material (if provided)
Store details uploaded voluntarily through the app

(b) Information Collected Automatically

When users browse the app, we may automatically collect:

Device type, model, and operating system
App version, crash reports, and performance data
Anonymous usage statistics (to improve user experience)
Internet connection type and basic analytics

We do not collect personal data such as location, contacts, or photos unless the app specifically requests permission for a clear purpose.

4. How We Use the Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To display accurate and updated listings of businesses and services in Malegaon
To allow users to find nearby shops, offices, and public services
To help local businesses advertise their products and services with consent
To improve the app’s features, functionality, and performance
To analyze usage and enhance the quality of service
To send important updates or notifications (only if the user opts in)

5. Consent

Before publishing any business or individual information, our team obtains explicit consent from the concerned person or organization.
Users may contact us anytime to update or remove their data from the app.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade any personal information.
Your data may only be shared in the following cases:

With your consent: for business promotion or listing.
For legal reasons: if required by law or government authorities.
With service providers: we may use trusted third-party tools (like Google Firebase, AdMob, or Analytics) to analyze app performance. These providers handle data as per their own privacy policies.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites or links provided through our app (e.g., newspapers, third-party pages, etc.).

7. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from:

Unauthorized access
Alteration or misuse
Accidental loss or deletion

While no online platform can guarantee 100% security, we use secure databases and limited access systems to safeguard all collected information.

8. Retention of Information

We keep information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
If you request deletion of your information, we will permanently remove it from our system within a reasonable time frame.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us, and we will delete it immediately.

10. Links to Third-Party Services

The app may contain links to third-party websites, such as news portals or other information services.
We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of those external websites.
Users are encouraged to read the privacy policies of each linked website they visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update or revise this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be reflected in this document with a new “Last Updated” date.
Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically for the latest information.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, suggestions, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 info@myzariya.com

🌐 https://www.myzariya.com

📍 Malegaon, Maharashtra, India