1. Information We Collect

• Name, gender, age, marital status
• Religion, caste, education, occupation (optional)
• Email address and mobile number
• Location (city, state)
• Profile photos and partner preferences
• Messages exchanged within the platform
• Technical data such as IP address and device information

2. How We Use Your Information

• To create and manage your account
• To provide matchmaking services
• To suggest relevant profiles
• To enable communication between users
• To send OTPs and service-related notifications
• To improve security and user experience

3. Profile Visibility & Control

Your profile is visible only to registered users. Your email address and phone number are not shared publicly. You can edit, hide, or delete your profile at any time.

4. Messages & Communication

Messages between users are private. Automated systems may be used to detect spam, abuse, or inappropriate content to maintain platform safety.

5. Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies and analytics tools to understand usage patterns and improve our Service. You can control cookies via browser settings.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. Information may be shared only with trusted service providers (SMS, email, hosting, analytics) or legal authorities if required by law.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures such as HTTPS encryption, access control, and monitoring. However, no system is completely secure.

8. Data Retention

Your data is retained as long as your account is active. Deleted accounts are removed within a reasonable period unless legally required.

9. Age Eligibility

Our Service is intended only for individuals legally eligible for marriage under Indian law:

• Female users must be at least 18 years old
• Male users must be at least 21 years old

Accounts found violating this rule will be suspended or removed.

10. Matchmaking Disclaimer (No Guarantee of Marriage)

MarathiVivah is a matchmaking platform only and does not guarantee marriage, engagement, or successful matchmaking.

• Match suggestions are indicative and automated
• Final decisions rest solely with users
• No background, legal, or personal verification is guaranteed

Users are advised to conduct independent verification and exercise discretion.

11. Limitation of Liability

MarathiVivah shall not be responsible for disputes, failed matches, financial loss, emotional distress, fraud, or any offline interactions between users.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the Service indicates acceptance of the updated policy.