1. Information We Collect

When you register or interact with HobbyMate, we may collect:

a. Personal Information:

• Name
• Email address
• Mobile/phone number
• Profile pictures
• Location data (city, state)

b. Usage Data:

• Device and Log Data
• Content interaction data
• Feature usage metrics
• Search preferences
• Interaction with other users

c. Third-party Information:

• Social media login data
• Device type and operating system
• Browser type (for website users)

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and personalize the HobbyMate experience
• Connect you with relevant hobby communities and events
• Process transactions and manage your account
• Improve app performance and enhance user experience
• Send relevant communications and notifications

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist in app operations
• Law enforcement or authorities when legally required
• Business partners (only with your consent)
• Other users (public profile information you choose to share)

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to:

• Track usage analytics
• Remember your preferences
• Improve overall performance

You may control cookie preferences via your browser settings.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data held by us
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@hobbymate.in

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to deliver our services. You may request deletion of your account data at any time.

8. Children's Privacy

HobbyMate is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from children under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete such information.

9. Changes to This Policy

HobbyMate reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be communicated through:

• In-app notification of your HobbyMate account
• Updated effective date at the top of this policy
• Email communication when there are material changes
• Legal notice in the HobbyMate knowledge center

10. Third-Party Payment Processors

Payments on HobbyMate are processed through trusted third-party processors. Contact the service provider for any payment-related queries. Use of the Razorpay/payment gateway implies acceptance of the related privacy policy.