Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2024
Your Privacy Matters: Zilla Parishad Akola is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our AI Chatbot Services.
1. Information We Collect
When you use our AI Chatbot Service, we may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, contact details, address, and identification numbers when voluntarily provided
- Conversation Data: Messages and queries you send to our chatbot
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns
- Service Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our services
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Providing and improving our chatbot services
- Responding to your queries and providing assistance
- Processing applications and service requests
- Maintaining service security and preventing misuse
- Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
3. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
- Data is stored on secure government servers within India
- Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only
- We use encryption and other security technologies to protect data transmission
- Regular security audits and updates are conducted
- Data retention policies are followed as per government guidelines
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:
- With other government departments for service delivery purposes
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of citizens and government
- With your explicit consent for specific purposes
5. Your Rights
As a citizen, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to Access: Request information about data we hold about you
- Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
- Right to Information: Access information under the RTI Act, 2005
- Right to Complaint: Lodge complaints about data handling practices
6. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Ensure website security
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide the requested services
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Maintain service quality and security
Data retention periods are determined based on the nature of information and applicable laws.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are designed for general public use. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes through our website or other appropriate means.
10. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
- Data Protection Officer: info@digisevazpakola.org
- Phone: **********
- Address: Zilla Parishad Office, Civil Lines, Akola - 444001
Compliance Note: This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Right to Information Act, 2005, and other applicable Indian laws and regulations. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and privacy.