Privacy Policy for Zovi.in

Last Updated: [01/01/2026]

At Zovi.in, we believe privacy is a fundamental right. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our social networking platform.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, profile photo, bio
Content You Post: Text, photos, videos, audio messages, comments, reactions
Communications: Messages, chat logs, emails sent through our platform
Profile Details: Interests, location, gender, relationship status (optional)
Payment Information: If you make purchases (e.g., premium features)

Information Automatically Collected

Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device IDs
Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, clicks, search queries
Location Data: Approximate location derived from IP or GPS (with permission)
Cookies & Tracking: Cookies, pixel tags, and similar technologies

Information from Third Parties

Social media accounts you connect (Facebook, Google, etc.)
Analytics providers and advertising partners
Publicly available information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide, personalize, and improve Zovi.in
Verify your identity and secure your account
Enable social features (connecting, messaging, sharing)
Recommend content, groups, and people you may like
Communicate with you about updates, security alerts, and promotions
Conduct research and analytics to enhance our services
Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or illegal activities
Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

With Your Consent

When you choose to share content publicly or with specific users
When you connect third-party apps or services

With Service Providers

Hosting, analytics, customer support, payment processing
These partners are contractually bound to protect your data

For Legal Reasons

To comply with laws, regulations, or legal requests
To protect our rights, safety, or property, and that of our users

Business Transfers

In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Aggregated/Anonymized Data

We may share data that cannot identify you for research or marketing

4. Your Privacy Controls & Choices

Account Settings

Edit profile visibility (public/friends/private)
Control who can message you, tag you, or see your activity
Manage notification preferences

Content Controls

Delete posts, comments, or media anytime
Archive or hide stories
Limit past post visibility

Data Access & Portability

Download your data via Settings
Request a copy of your personal information

Deletion & Deactivation

Deactivate account temporarily
Permanently delete account and data (subject to legal retention)

Cookies & Tracking

Browser settings to block cookies
Opt-out of non-essential tracking (where applicable)

5. Data Security

We implement:

Encryption in transit (SSL/TLS) and at rest
Regular security audits and monitoring
Access controls and authentication measures
Employee training on data protection

However, no online service is 100% secure. You are responsible for keeping your password confidential.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data:

As long as your account is active
As needed to provide services
To comply with legal obligations
For legitimate business purposes

Deleted data may remain in backups for a limited time.

7. Children's Privacy

Zovi.in is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it promptly.

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure adequate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

9. Third-Party Links & Services

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of websites or services linked from Zovi.in. Please review their policies separately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We will notify you via email or in-app notice of significant changes.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns:

Email: privacy@zovi.in
Data Protection Officer: dpo@zovi.in
Address: [Your Company Address]

12. Your Rights (Region-Specific)

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access, correct, or delete your data
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

We're committed to building a trustworthy platform where you control your social experience.