At BookMyKahani, accessible from https://bookmykahani.com, your privacy is our top priority. This GDPR Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.
1. Introduction
BookMyKahani provides audio storytelling services that convert written stories into real human-like voices in multiple languages. We are committed to ensuring your personal data is handled responsibly, transparently, and securely.
By using our website or contacting us via WhatsApp, Telegram, or Email, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Data We Collect
- Contact Information – name, email address, phone number, or messaging handle (WhatsApp/Telegram).
- Content Data – any text or story you share for conversion into audio.
- Technical Data – IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system.
- Usage Data – how you use our website and interact with our services.
- Payment Data – limited information necessary to process payments (handled securely by third-party gateways).
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide, manage, and improve our storytelling services.
- To communicate with you about your requests, samples, and audio delivery.
- To process transactions and send order confirmations.
- To personalize user experience and improve website performance.
- To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.
- To send updates, offers, or promotional messages (only if you opt in).
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Article 6)
- Consent – when you voluntarily contact us or submit a story.
- Contract – to fulfill our service obligations.
- Legal Obligation – when required to comply with applicable laws.
- Legitimate Interests – to operate and enhance our website securely.
5. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You can request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 8).
6. Data Sharing and Transfers
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share data with:
All partners are GDPR-compliant and maintain appropriate data protection safeguards.
7. Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure hosting, and limited access control. While no system is 100% secure, we take every reasonable step to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
8. Your GDPR Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access – You can request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification – You can request corrections of inaccurate information.
- Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten) – You can request deletion of your data.
- Right to Restrict Processing – You can limit how we process your data.
- Right to Data Portability – You can request data in a machine-readable format.
- Right to Object – You can object to certain types of processing, such as marketing.
- Right to Withdraw Consent – You can withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise your rights, please email us at: bookmykahani@gmail.com
9. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings or through our cookie banner (where applicable).
10. International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as EU-approved standard contractual clauses or equivalent protection mechanisms.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under the age of 13. If we become aware that personal data has been collected from a child without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this GDPR Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. Please review it periodically for changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this GDPR Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- 📧 Email: bookmykahani@gmail.com
- 🌐 Website: https://bookmykahani.com
- 📍 Location: India
