Last updated: May 2026
1. Who we are
Happy Paikmal (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website at https://hub.happypaikmal.com (the “Site”) to share community news, public information, directories, and related services for Paikmal and surrounding areas. We respect your privacy and handle personal data fairly and in line with applicable Indian law, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (“DPDP Act”), where it applies to us.
2. What information we may collect
(a) Website visitors and registered users
Depending on how you use the Site, we may collect:
- Name, email address, and phone number (for example when you register, comment, donate, subscribe to updates, or contact us)
- Account and profile details you choose to provide
- Messages you send through forms or email
- Technical data such as browser type, device type, approximate location derived from IP address, and cookies necessary for login, security, or analytics
(b) Community listings and optional modules
Features such as directories, blood donor listings, or similar tools may collect information you voluntarily submit. Such information is processed to display or operate those features as described when you submit it.
3. How we use information
- To provide, maintain, and improve the Site and its features
- To authenticate accounts, prevent fraud, and keep the Site secure
- To respond to enquiries and communicate service-related notices
- To comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests from public authorities
- In aggregated or de-identified form, to understand how the Site is used
We do not sell your personal data to third parties for their marketing.
4. Cookies and similar technologies
We may use cookies or similar technologies for essential functionality (such as sessions), preferences, and limited analytics. You can control cookies through your browser; disabling some cookies may limit certain features.
5. Sharing of information
We may share data with:
- Hosting, email, payment, or other service providers who assist us under appropriate instructions and safeguards
- Law enforcement, regulators, or courts when required by applicable law
6. Retention and security
We retain personal data only as long as needed for the purposes above or as required by law. We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect data. No online service is completely secure; please use official contact channels when sharing sensitive information.
7. Your rights
Where the DPDP Act or other applicable law grants you rights (such as access, correction, erasure, or grievance redressal), you may contact us using the details below. We may need to verify your identity before acting on a request.
8. Third-party links
The Site may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please read their policies before providing personal data.
9. Children
The Site is not directed at children in a way that encourages collection of their data without parental involvement. If you believe we have collected a child’s data inappropriately, please contact us.
10. Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will change when we do. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated policy.
11. Contact
Happy Paikmal
Address: Paikmal, Bargarh, Odisha — 768039
Email: happypaikmal@gmail.com