1. Information We Collect
When you use IGNOUNotes.in, we may collect the following information:
- Account Information: When you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture.
- Usage Data: We collect anonymous data about how you use the site, including pages visited, resources downloaded, and time spent.
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and screen resolution for optimizing your experience.
- Cookies: We use cookies for authentication, preferences (like dark mode), and analytics.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain our service
- To personalize your experience (bookmarks, preferences)
- To improve our content and services
- To communicate important updates about IGNOU
- To analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
3. Data Sharing
We do NOT sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except:
- Firebase (Google): We use Firebase for authentication and data storage. Google's privacy policy applies.
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics 4 for anonymous usage statistics.
- Google AdSense: We may display ads through Google AdSense, which uses cookies for ad personalization.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including HTTPS encryption, secure Firebase authentication, and regular security audits.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Disable cookies through your browser settings
6. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external sites (IGNOU official website, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
7. Children's Privacy
Our service is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes through our website or email.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us.