Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 21, 2025

ICAI Mathura ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use the basic features of our App. The App primarily displays publicly available information about ICAI Mathura, including:

• Member directory information
• Event listings and announcements
• Leadership and organizational information
• Useful links and resources

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our App, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: App features accessed, time spent on different sections, interaction patterns
• Network Information: Internet connection status (to ensure proper app functionality)
• Log Data: Error logs and diagnostic information for troubleshooting

1.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be transparent about what we don't collect:

• We do not collect your precise location data
• We do not access your contacts, photos, or other personal files
• We do not collect financial or payment information
• We do not track your activity across other apps or websites

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide and Maintain the App: To deliver the core functionality of displaying ICAI Mathura information
• Improve User Experience: To understand how users interact with the App and make improvements
• Technical Support: To diagnose and fix technical issues
• Communication: To send important updates about the App or ICAI Mathura (if you opt-in)
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security vulnerabilities

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage

The App uses local storage on your device to cache information for offline access and improved performance. This includes:

• Cached member directory data
• Event information
• App preferences and settings

You can clear this cached data at any time by clearing the App's cache in your device settings or uninstalling the App.

3.2 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Secure HTTPS connections for all data transmission
• Regular security updates and patches
• Limited data collection practices
• Secure server infrastructure

However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Third-Party Services

Our App may contain links to external websites or services that are not operated by us. The App uses the following third-party services:

4.1 React Native Framework

The App is built using React Native, which may collect certain diagnostic and usage information. Please refer to React Native's Privacy Policy.

4.2 External Links

When you click on links within the App that direct you to external websites, you will be subject to the privacy policies of those third-party sites. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

4.3 No Third-Party Analytics or Advertising

We do not currently use third-party analytics services or display advertisements in our App.

5. Children's Privacy

Our App does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. The App is designed for use by professionals and members of the ICAI community. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

• Access: You can request information about the data we have collected
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your data by uninstalling the App or contacting us
• Opt-Out: You can opt-out of any optional data collection features
• Cache Clearing: You can clear locally cached data through your device settings

7. Data Retention

We retain automatically collected information only for as long as necessary to provide the App's functionality and improve user experience. Cached data on your device is retained until you clear it or uninstall the App.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Providing an in-app notification for significant changes

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted.

9. Compliance with Laws

We comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

• Information Technology Act, 2000 (India)
• Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using the App, you consent to such transfers.

11. Your Consent

By using our App, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

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