01. Introduction

At Sampreshan, we are deeply committed to protecting the privacy and dignity of every individual who engages with our platform. Inspired by the values of Sanatana Dharma and guided by the vision of ShivBodh Trust, we handle all information with the utmost respect, integrity, and transparency.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, participate in petitions, engage in discussions, or interact with our community. Your trust is our foundation, and we are dedicated to safeguarding it.

By using Sampreshan, you agree to the practices described in this policy. We encourage you to read it carefully and reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns.

02. Information We Collect

Information Provided by Users

When you interact with Sampreshan, you may choose to provide us with certain information voluntarily. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Name — to identify you within the community
• Email address — for communication and account-related updates
• Profile information — such as a brief bio or location (optional)
• Petition submissions — content you create and share
• Discussion posts — comments and contributions to forums
• Support actions — petitions you sign, endorse, or share

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our platform, certain information is automatically collected to help us improve your experience and maintain security:

• Device type — such as desktop, tablet, or mobile
• Browser information — type and version
• IP address — for security and analytics
• Cookies — small data files stored on your device
• Analytics information — usage patterns and engagement

We treat all automatically collected data with the same level of care and respect as information you provide directly.

03. How We Use Information

The information we collect serves a range of purposes, all aligned with our mission to support, protect, and promote Sanatana Dharma through respectful community engagement:

• Platform operation — to maintain and improve the functionality of Sampreshan
• Community participation — to enable meaningful interactions and collaboration
• Petition management — to organize, display, and track petitions effectively
• Security — to protect users, detect fraud, and prevent misuse
• Communication — to send updates, responses, and important notices
• Legal compliance — to fulfill regulatory and legal obligations
• Service improvement — to analyze usage and enhance user experience

We do not use your information for purposes beyond those outlined here without obtaining your explicit consent.

04. User Content

At Sampreshan, we believe in the power of collective voice. When you submit content — such as petitions, discussion posts, or comments — you retain full ownership of that content. However, by sharing it on our platform, you grant us the right to display, store, and share it as necessary to fulfill the purpose of the platform.

• Public petitions may become publicly visible to support awareness and community engagement.
• Discussions may be publicly accessible to foster open dialogue.
• We do not claim ownership of your content, and we respect your creative and intellectual rights.

If you wish to remove or modify your content, please contact us and we will do our best to assist you in accordance with applicable laws.

05. Cookies and Tracking

Sampreshan uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and improve our services. We are committed to transparency about how these technologies are used.

• Essential cookies — required for basic platform functionality, such as login and navigation.
• Analytics cookies — help us understand how users interact with our site to improve content and features.
• Performance cookies — track page load times and technical performance.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our platform.

06. Third-Party Services

To operate and improve Sampreshan, we may engage trusted third-party service providers. These providers are carefully selected and are bound by strict confidentiality and data protection obligations. They are only permitted to process your data for specific, authorized purposes.

Below are the categories of third-party services we use. Specific provider details will be added as they are onboarded.

07. Data Sharing

At Sampreshan, we treat your personal information with the utmost care. We do not sell your personal information to any third party. Your trust is paramount to us.

There are limited circumstances in which we may share your information:

• Legal obligations — when required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Security requirements — to protect the rights, property, or safety of Sampreshan, our users, or others
• User-authorized actions — when you explicitly consent to sharing for a specific purpose

We ensure that any sharing is done responsibly and with appropriate safeguards in place to protect your privacy.

08. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. The duration of retention depends on the nature of the data and the context in which it was provided.

When your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it to protect your privacy.

09. Your Rights

We believe that you should have control over your personal information. As a user of Sampreshan, you have the following rights:

• Access your data — request a copy of the information we hold about you
• Correct your data — update or amend any inaccurate information
• Delete your account — request the permanent deletion of your account and associated data
• Withdraw consent — revoke any consent you have previously given
• Contact support — reach out to us for any privacy-related questions or requests

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided in the Contact for Privacy Concerns section below.

10. Security Measures

The security of your information is a top priority at Sampreshan. We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

• Reasonable safeguards — we follow industry best practices to secure our systems
• Secure storage — data is stored in protected environments with access controls
• Access controls — only authorized personnel have access to sensitive information

While we strive to protect your information, no system is completely immune to risks. We continuously review and update our security practices to address emerging threats.

11. Children’s Privacy

Sampreshan is not intended for use by children under the applicable legal age in their jurisdiction. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

We encourage parents and guardians to monitor their children's online activity and to help us protect the privacy of young users.

12. International Users

Sampreshan is a global platform that serves users from around the world. If you are accessing our services from outside the country where our servers are located, your information may be transferred across international borders.

We are committed to ensuring that your data is protected in accordance with applicable privacy laws, regardless of where it is processed.

13. Contact for Privacy Concerns

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or this policy, please reach out to us. We are here to listen and assist you with compassion and clarity.

Email: sampreshan.tech@gmail.com

14. Updates to This Policy

Sampreshan may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or platform features. We will post any updates on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

If we make material changes to this policy, we will notify you through appropriate channels, such as email or a prominent notice on our website.

The date of the latest revision will always be displayed at the top of this page.