Effective Date: 28 February 2026 Last Updated: 28 February 2026
Welcome to Aayurveda (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at https://aayurveda.stime.in and use the Aayurveda mobile application (collectively, the “Service”).
By accessing or using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use the Service.
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We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
– Create an account (name, email address, username, password)
– Update your profile
– Post comments on articles
– Contact us through the app or website
When you use the Service, we may automatically collect:
– Device information (device type, operating system, browser type)
– IP address and approximate location
– Pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
– Cookies and similar tracking technologies
The following data is stored locally on your device and is NOT transmitted to our servers:
– Bookmarked articles
– Reading history
– Disclaimer acceptance status
– Font size preferences
This data remains on your device and can be cleared by uninstalling the app.
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We use the information we collect to:
– Create and manage your user account
– Display articles, categories, and educational content
– Enable social features such as likes and comments
– Provide search functionality and personalized article feeds
– Send updates and notifications (with your consent)
– Improve our Service, content, and user experience
– Analyze usage trends and app performance
– Detect fraud and resolve technical issues
– Comply with legal obligations
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We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
– With service providers who assist in operating the Service (e.g., hosting, analytics)
– When required by law, regulation, or legal process
– During business transfers such as mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
– With your explicit consent
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Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Types of cookies used include:
– Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly.
– Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Google Analytics).
– Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
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We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls.
Authentication tokens are stored securely on your device using encrypted storage.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
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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 by law.
When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
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You can delete your account and all associated data at any time from within the app by navigating to Account > Delete Account. Upon deletion:
– Your personal information (name, email, username) will be permanently removed from our servers.
– Your likes and comments will be permanently deleted.
– Locally stored data (bookmarks, reading history) will remain on your device until you uninstall the app.
You may also request account deletion by contacting us at the email address provided below.
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Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
– Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
– Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
– Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data.
– Right to Data Portability: Obtain your data in a machine-readable format.
– Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
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Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.
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Our Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The app’s target audience is adults aged 13 and above.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
All articles, health tips, and wellness content provided through our Service are for informational and educational purposes only. Every article includes referenced sources from medical literature for transparency.
This content is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. We do not provide medical consultations, personalized health recommendations, or treatment plans.
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We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
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If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Phone: contact@stime.in
Website: https://aayurveda.stime.in