Odia Bhasadana Abhiyana

Privacy Policy & Terms of Use — Effective date: November 17, 2025

Privacy Policy (Detailed)

This Privacy Policy explains how Odia Bhasana Abhiyana ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, shares and protects information when you register for an account, use our website, mobile applications, or other services (collectively, the "Service").

1. Scope & Acceptance

By registering for an account or otherwise using the Service, you accept this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, disclosure and storage of your information as described. If you do not agree, please do not register or use the Service.

2. Information we collect

We collect information you provide directly and information collected automatically.

2.1 Information you give us

2.2 Information collected automatically

3. How we use information

We use information for purposes including but not limited to:

4. Legal basis for processing (where applicable)

Where data protection laws require, we process your personal data based on:

5. Sharing & disclosure

We do not sell personal data. We may share information in the following ways:

6. Cookies & tracking

We and our partners use cookies, local storage and similar technologies for essential functionality, analytics, and optional personalization. You may control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out tools where applicable.

7. Data security

We implement technical, administrative and physical safeguards such as encryption for stored passwords, access controls, and regular security reviews. While we strive to protect data, no system is completely secure; report suspected breaches to us immediately.

8. Data retention

We retain account information for as long as your account exists and as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes and enforce agreements. When personal data is no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize it in accordance with our retention policies.

9. Your rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights including access, correction, deletion, restriction of processing, portability and objection. To exercise these rights, contact us (see Contact section). We may require identity verification before acting on requests.

10. Children

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us to request removal.

11. International transfers

Your data may be transferred to and stored on servers outside your country. We will take measures to ensure adequate protection for such transfers.

12. Updates to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Material changes will be notified via email or an in-product notice. The "Effective date" at the top indicates when this version went into effect.

Terms & Conditions — Registration & Use (Detailed)

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your registration, access and use of the Service provided by Odia Bhasana Abhiyana. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance

By creating an account, accessing, or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms for specific features. If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to register. If your local law requires a higher age to form a binding contract, you must meet that higher age. If you are registering on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization.

3. Account registration & security

4. User conduct & prohibited activities

You must not use the Service to post, transmit, or otherwise make available any content that:

5. Content ownership & license

You retain ownership of any content you submit. By posting content you grant Odia Bhasana Abhiyana a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable license to host, use, reproduce, modify, create derivative works, display, and distribute such content for the purpose of operating, providing, improving and promoting the Service. If you do not wish to grant that license, do not post the content.

6. Moderation & removal

We reserve the right to review, remove or disable access to any content that violates these Terms or which we reasonably believe may cause harm or legal liability. We may terminate or suspend accounts for violations.

7. Paid services, billing & refunds

Where paid features are offered, payment terms will be displayed during purchase. You agree to provide accurate billing information. Refunds, if any, will be handled according to the published refund policy for that feature.

8. Intellectual property & trademarks

All rights in the Service (excluding user content) are owned by or licensed to Odia Bhasana Abhiyana. You may not use our trademarks, logos, or content without written permission.

9. Disclaimers

The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We disclaim all warranties to the fullest extent permitted by law, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.

10. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Odia Bhasana Abhiyana, its affiliates and employees will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, exemplary or consequential damages arising out of your use of the Service. Our aggregate liability for direct damages shall be limited to the greater of (a) the amount you paid to us in the 12 months prior to the claim, or (b) INR 7,500.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Odia Bhasana Abhiyana and its officers, directors and employees from any claim, loss, liability or expense arising from your violation of these Terms, your content, or your violation of law.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account and access to the Service if you breach these Terms, if required by law, or for business reasons. You may close your account at any time by following the account deletion process or contacting support.

13. Governing law & disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of India. Any disputes arising will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Odisha, India, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

14. Changes to the Terms

We may change these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be communicated by email or prominent notice. Continued use of the Service after the effective date of changes means you accept them.

15. Miscellaneous

Contact & Notices

For questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Email: support@odiabhasana.org

Address: Odia Bhasana Abhiyana, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India (or update to your official address)

Phone: +91 (optional)

How to request changes or deletion

Send a request to support@odiabhasana.org with your account details, the request type (access, correction, deletion), and any supporting information. We may ask for additional verification.