Privacy Policy for Search Shadi
Effective Date: December 14, 2025
About This App
Search Shadi is a mobile application that helps individuals register their matrimonial profile (bride/groom candidate) and enables users to search for potential marriage candidates in their local area across India. Each phone number can register only one candidate profile.
Information We Collect
- Phone Number: Required for account registration and verification via OTP (One-Time Password). One phone number per candidate profile
- Location Data: Approximate location used to register candidate profile location and search for nearby marriage candidates within your specified distance
- Candidate Profile Information: Personal details, age, education, occupation, family background, preferences, and other matrimonial information that users voluntarily provide when registering their profile
- Usage Data: Basic app usage statistics to improve functionality
How We Use Your Information
- Connect users with nearby marriage candidates based on location and search preferences
- Verify user accounts through secure phone number OTP verification (one phone number per candidate)
- Enable users to register their matrimonial profile with accurate location data
- Display candidate profile details to users searching in the area
- Calculate and display distance between users and potential marriage candidates
- Enable direct communication between users and candidates via phone
- Improve app functionality and user experience
- Ensure app security and prevent fraudulent activities
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you register your candidate profile, your phone number and profile details are visible to users searching in your area to facilitate direct contact for matrimonial purposes
- Service Providers: Limited data sharing with trusted service providers who assist in app operation (all bound by confidentiality agreements)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulations
- Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS protocols
- Secure storage of personal information
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
Location Data
Location information is used exclusively to:
- Register the approximate location of candidate profiles
- Find marriage candidates within a user's specified search radius (1-30 km)
- Display accurate distance calculations between users and potential candidates
- Improve location-based search results
Location data is stored for registered candidate profiles to enable accurate searches. Search location data is only used during active app sessions and not stored permanently.
Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. Users may update or delete their candidate profile at any time. You may request complete account deletion at any time.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information and registered candidate profile details
- Correct inaccurate data in your candidate profile
- Update profile information at any time
- Delete your candidate profile and account data
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Report privacy concerns
User Responsibilities
Users registering candidate profiles on Search Shadi are responsible for:
- Providing accurate and truthful profile information
- Keeping profile details up to date
- Responding to legitimate inquiries from interested users
- Maintaining one profile per phone number
- Using the platform for genuine matrimonial purposes only
Children's Privacy
Search Shadi is intended for users aged 18 years and above for matrimonial purposes. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Users will be notified of significant changes through the app or email. Continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of updated terms.
Compliance
This privacy policy complies with:
- Google Play Store policies
- Indian Information Technology Act, 2000
- Android app privacy requirements
Last updated: December 14, 2025