Welcome to KHANDBAHALE.ORG (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding how your information is collected, used, and protected when you access our website and associated digital platforms.

By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. About Us

KHANDBAHALE.ORG is a global initiative focused on language preservation, digital knowledge systems, education, spirituality, music, media, and social innovation.

Our platforms and projects may include, but are not limited to:

  • Language and dictionary initiatives
  • Educational and social impact projects
  • Radio and digital audio platforms
  • Music and wellbeing initiatives
  • Spiritual and cultural knowledge resources
  • Publications, blogs, and digital archives

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a) Personal Information

Information voluntarily submitted by users, such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Contact details
  • Messages submitted through forms
  • Newsletter subscriptions

This information is collected only when you voluntarily provide it.

b) Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Operating system
  • Referring URLs
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Date/time of visit

This helps us improve website performance and user experience.

3. Cookies

KHANDBAHALE.ORG uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality
  • Analyze traffic and usage behavior
  • Personalize content and user experience
  • Display relevant advertisements

Cookies may be placed by us or third-party services.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

4. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand visitor behavior and improve our services.

Google Analytics may collect:

  • Device/browser information
  • Usage behavior
  • Traffic source data

Google may use collected information according to its own privacy policies.

Learn more:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

5. Google AdSense & Advertising

We may display advertisements through Google AdSense and other advertising partners.

Advertising services may use cookies to:

  • Serve personalized or contextual ads
  • Measure ad performance
  • Improve advertising relevance

Google may use the DoubleClick cookie.

Users may opt out of personalized ads here:
https://www.google.com/settings/ads

6. Third-Party Links and External Platforms

Our website may link to external websites, applications, and project platforms, including affiliated initiatives and partner websites.

Examples may include:

  • Khandbahale.com
  • SamaySangit.app
  • GodavariAarti.org
  • Other project or partner websites

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

Users are encouraged to review their respective privacy policies.

7. User-Generated Content

Certain areas of the website may allow users to:

  • Submit comments
  • Contact administrators
  • Participate in discussions or forms

Users are responsible for information they voluntarily share publicly.

Please avoid submitting sensitive or confidential information.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect collected information from:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Disclosure
  • Alteration
  • Misuse
  • Loss

However, no internet transmission or storage system is 100% secure.

9. Children’s Privacy

KHANDBAHALE.ORG does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age without appropriate consent.

If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us for removal.

10. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Meet legal obligations
  • Improve our offerings

Users may request deletion of their submitted personal information.

11. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, users may have the right to:

  • Access their personal information
  • Request correction
  • Request deletion
  • Withdraw consent
  • Object to processing

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date on this page.

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

13. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or data-related requests, please contact:

KHANDBAHALE.ORG
Website: https://khandbahale.org

Email: [email protected]

Contact Page: https://khandbahale.org/connect-with-us/

Consent

By using KHANDBAHALE.ORG, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

KHANDBAHALE.ORG is committed to preserving language, culture, wisdom, and knowledge through ethical digital initiatives.