Welcome to bhulekhguide.in (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
1. Important Disclaimer – Non-Governmental Website
bhulekhguide.in is an independent information platform and is NOT the official website of the Uttarakhand Government, the Revenue Department, or the official UK Bhulekh portal.
The official government portal is located at bhulekh.uk.gov.in.
We provide educational and informational content about land records, khatauni, khasra, jamabandi, and mutation procedures in Uttarakhand. We do not store or provide any government land records directly. Any links to external government portals are for user convenience only.
2. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information:
a) Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide
When you use our Website (e.g., contact forms, comment sections, or newsletter signups), you may choose to provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Any other information you voluntarily submit.
b) Non-Personal Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain technical data:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Referring URLs
- Pages visited, time and date of visit
- Clickstream data
This data is collected via cookies, log files, and similar technologies.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Enhance user experience
- Understand traffic patterns
- Remember user preferences
You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some parts of the Website may not function properly without cookies.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential cookies: Required for site operation.
- Analytics cookies: To analyze site traffic (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Functional cookies: To remember your language or region preferences.
4. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our Website and content.
- To improve, personalize, and expand our Website.
- To respond to your comments, queries, or support requests.
- To send you updates, newsletters, or marketing communications (only if you have opted in).
- To monitor usage and detect, prevent, or address technical issues.
- To comply with legal obligations.
5. Third-Party Services and Links
Our Website may contain links to external websites, including but not limited to:
- Official government portals (bhulekh.uk.gov.in, bhunaksha.uk.gov.in)
- Payment gateways (if any)
- Advertising networks (e.g., Google AdSense)
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. You should review their respective privacy policies before providing any personal information.
6. Google Analytics and Advertising
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our Website. Google Analytics may collect your IP address and use cookies.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
If we display advertisements (e.g., Google AdSense), Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Website or other websites.
You can manage personalized ads via Google’s Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., tax, legal, or accounting obligations).
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us. We will take steps to delete such information.
10. Your Rights (Under Indian Law)
Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) and the Information Technology Act, 2000, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
- Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal exceptions.
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email provided in Section 14.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Website after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
13. Disclaimer of Official Affiliation
bhulekhguide.in is an independently owned website. We are not affiliated with the Government of Uttarakhand, the Revenue Department, or any government agency.
All information provided on this Website is for general informational purposes only. For official and legally valid land records, please visit bhulekh.uk.gov.in or your local Tehsil office.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or report a privacy concern, please contact us at:
📧 Email: privacy@bhulekhguide.in
📞 Phone: [Your contact number, if any]
By using bhulekhguide.in, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.