Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 12, 2025

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how MyEarthInfo ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website and services, including:

• Pincode search and directory services
• IFSC code lookup and verification
• Advanced postal search tools
• Location-based generators and utilities
• API endpoints for developers
• Sitemap generation and SEO tools

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:

• Server Logs: IP address, browser type, device information, referring URLs, timestamps, and pages accessed
• Search Analytics: Anonymous search queries (pincodes, IFSC codes, locations), search types used, and result counts
• Usage Metrics: Aggregated statistics about feature usage, page views, and user interactions
• Technical Data: Operating system, screen resolution, and JavaScript errors for troubleshooting

2.2 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide:

• Search Queries: Pincodes, IFSC codes, location names, and filter selections you enter
• Contact Information: Name, email, and message content when you use our contact form
• Admin Credentials: Username and password for admin panel access (stored securely and encrypted)

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We do NOT collect or store:

• Personal financial information or bank account details
• Credit card or payment information
• Sensitive personal data beyond what is necessary for service provision
• Location data from your device (GPS, etc.)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide pincode searches, IFSC verification, and other tools
• Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and enhance user experience
• Performance Monitoring: To identify and fix technical issues, optimize database queries, and ensure fast response times
• Security: To detect and prevent abuse, fraud, and unauthorized access
• Analytics: To generate aggregated statistics about pincode and IFSC code usage trends
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your search preferences and settings
• Maintain session state for admin panel access
• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect some website features.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services (hosting, analytics) that help us operate the website, under strict confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated statistics that cannot identify individuals

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS/SSL) for all data transmission
• Secure database storage with access controls
• Regular security audits and updates
• Admin authentication and authorization protocols
• Protection against SQL injection, XSS, and other common vulnerabilities

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

• Bootstrap & Font Awesome: CDN services for UI components and icons
• Analytics Services: If we use analytics tools, they may collect anonymous usage data
• Hosting Providers: Our web hosting service may collect server logs

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.

8. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and maintain website functionality
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Improve our services based on historical usage patterns

Server logs are typically retained for 30-90 days. Aggregated analytics data may be retained longer for trend analysis.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request information about what data we have collected about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-Out: Opt out of certain data collection practices where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our Contact page.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top
• Providing notice on our website for significant changes

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Through our Contact page
• By email (if provided on the contact page)

We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.

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Note: This Privacy Policy applies to all services provided by MyEarthInfo, including pincode searches, IFSC code verification, advanced search tools, location generators, and API endpoints. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.