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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

The Hyderabad Library ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information:

Name and contact details (email, phone number)
Address (for delivery services)
Payment information (processed securely through Razorpay)
Borrowing history and preferences

Automatically Collected Information:

Browser type and device information
IP address and location data
Website usage patterns and analytics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process membership registrations and payments
Manage book borrowing and returns
Send notifications about due dates, holds, and reservations
Communicate important updates and announcements
Improve our services and user experience
Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

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

Payment Processors: Razorpay for secure payment processing
Service Providers: Third parties who assist in our operations
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures including:

Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
Secure password storage
Regular security assessments
Access controls and authentication

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
Opt-out of marketing communications
Export your borrowing history

6. Cookies

We use cookies to:

Maintain your session and login status
Remember your preferences
Analyze website traffic and usage

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for:

Active accounts: Duration of membership plus 2 years
Borrowing records: 5 years for internal records
Payment records: As required by tax and financial regulations

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or website notification.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries:

Email: thehyderabadlibrary@gmail.com
Phone: 7901662333
Address: The Hyderabad Library, 2nd Floor, BBR Forum, Road No. 2 Banjara Hills, Hyderabad (same building as KSR Eyecare)
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