Privacy Policy

Introduction

VedicMap, operated by AyurvedaNest.org ("VedicMap," "we," "us," or "our"), recognizes the importance of privacy and is committed to ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and security of personal data entrusted to us by our users. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, management, and protection of personal information through our website and application (collectively, the "Platform" or "Service").

It reflects our dedication to protect your privacy and handle your personal data transparently, responsibly, and in accordance with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Portuguese data protection laws.

Scope and Consent

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our Service, including visitors to our Platform, individuals who generate free chart previews, and subscribers to our astrology application. By accessing or using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

Information We Collect

Personal Data

• Identifying Information: Your name, email address, and other contact details you provide when creating an account or communicating with us.
• Financial Information: Payment details, including credit card numbers and billing information, required for processing subscription transactions. Payment information is collected and processed securely through Stripe and is not stored on our servers.
• Account Information: Email, subscription status, preferences, and account settings.

Birth and Astrological Data

• Birth Details: Date of birth, time of birth, and place of birth that you provide for chart calculations. This information is essential for generating accurate Vedic astrological charts.
• Chart Data: Calculated planetary positions, house placements, Dasha periods, and other astrological data derived from your birth details.
• Profile Information: Names, gender, and relationship details for birth profiles you create (e.g., family members for compatibility analysis).

Usage Data

• Platform Interaction Data: Pages visited, features accessed, time spent on the Platform, and navigation patterns.
• Device and Technical Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Log Data: Server logs that may include your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and timestamps.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information. Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Platform to function properly, including authentication and security.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform.
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., chart style, theme).

How We Use Your Information

To Provide Our Service:

• Calculate and generate your Vedic birth chart
• Provide personalized Dasha analysis, transit forecasts, and predictions
• Generate compatibility reports and remedy recommendations
• Deliver daily, weekly, and yearly forecasts based on your chart

To Manage Your Account:

• Create and manage your user account
• Process your subscription and manage billing
• Maintain your birth profiles and preferences

To Communicate With You:

• Send welcome emails and account notifications
• Provide customer support
• Notify you of service changes or important updates

To Improve Our Service:

• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Develop new features and astrological tools
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information includes:

• Consent: Your explicit consent to process personal data, such as birth details for chart calculations.
• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide your subscription services and personalized charts.
• Legitimate Interests: Improving our services, analytics, and platform security, where not overridden by your rights.
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with tax reporting and legal requirements.

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

Data Storage and Security

Your personal data is stored on secure servers in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Our security measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission and encryption at rest for sensitive data
• Strict access controls and authentication measures
• Continuous security monitoring
• PCI DSS compliant payment processing through Stripe
• Data minimization — we only collect data necessary for our services

While we implement industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our Platform (e.g., Stripe for payment processing, email delivery services). These providers have access only to the data necessary to perform their functions.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or governmental request.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

Data Retention

• Active Accounts: Personal data is retained while your account is active.
• Subscription Data: Payment and transaction records are retained for accounting, tax, and legal compliance purposes.
• After Account Deletion: Upon request, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
• Free Chart Preview Data: Chart data generated for non-registered users is stored temporarily in browser session storage and is not persisted on our servers.

Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are in the EEA, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time for consent-based processing.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@ayurvedanest.org. We will respond within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EEA. Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, to provide adequate protection for your data.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. For material changes, we will provide additional notice via email or through the Platform.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD) or your local supervisory authority if you are not satisfied with our handling of your data.