Gaatha SC Matrimony respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our website, mobile site, or services, whether online or through our registered agents.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide a secure, verified, and personalized matchmaking experience.

a) Personal Information

When you register (online or through an agent), we may collect:

Full name, gender, date of birth, subcaste, and marital status

Contact details (phone number, email address, postal address)

Education, occupation, and income details

Family background and partner preferences

Photographs and ID proof (optional but encouraged)

b) Agent Data

If you register as an agent, we collect:

Name, address, ward/panchayat details, phone number, and payment account details for commission transfer.

c) Automatic Information

When visiting our website:

IP address, browser type, device info, and usage analytics (via cookies or analytics tools).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

Create and manage your Gaatha profile

Display your profile to other verified members

Verify and approve your profile through agents

Enable communication between suitable matches

Process payments and commissions

Improve our services and security

Send service updates, offers, and reminders

We never sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

3. How We Share Information

Your information may be shared only:

With verified members (as part of your public profile).

With authorized Gaatha agents for profile verification.

With service providers (payment gateways, hosting, SMS/email providers) under confidentiality agreements.

If required by law enforcement or government for legal compliance.

4. Profile Verification

For offline registrations, our authorized agents physically verify the applicant’s address and family details.

Verified profiles are marked with a “Verified by Agent” badge for user trust.

5. Your Control and Rights

You can:

Edit or delete your profile anytime after login.

Request removal of your data by writing to: gaathascmatrimony@gmail.com

Opt-out of promotional communications anytime.

6. Data Security

We implement strict measures to protect your information:

Encrypted data storage

Secure payment gateway (SSL)

Limited access to authorized staff/agents only

However, no website or online platform is 100% secure; users are advised to use caution when sharing personal details.

7. Cookies Policy

We use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not work properly without them.

8. Retention of Data

User data remains active until you delete your profile or request removal.

Inactive or unverified profiles may be automatically removed after 3 months.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are for adults (18 years and above).

We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any major changes will be notified via email or website notice.

11. Contact for Privacy Concerns

📧 Email: gaathascmatrimony@gmail.com

📞 Phone: +91 9745060091

📍 Address: Gaatha SC Matrimony, CNPK Building No.12, Karimugal,  Ernakulam 682303, Kerala