At Corishta, your privacy and data security are sacred. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information.
Who We Are
Website Address: https://corishta.com
Company: Corishta AI Pvt Ltd
Description: Corishta is a leading free marriage bureau (matrimonial platform) in India, established in 2021. We help over 50,000+ members find genuine, verified life partners across all religions, communities, and regions.
What Personal Data We Collect
Corishta collects personal information only as necessary to provide our matrimonial services. This includes:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, gender
- Profile Details: Religion, caste/community, education, profession, location, marital status
- Preferences: Partner preferences, lifestyle choices, matrimonial intentions
- Photo/Media: Profile photos (mandatory for verification)
- Communication: Messages, chat history, and interactions on the platform
- Technical Data: IP address, device type, browser information, cookies
How We Collect Your Data
- Direct Input: Information you provide when registering, creating a profile, or messaging
- Automatic Collection: Cookies, web beacons, log files track your usage patterns
- ThirdParty Services: Payment processors provide transaction data
- Verification: Government ID verification (optional, for sharing contact details)
Why We Collect Your Data (Purpose & Legal Basis)
- Profile Creation & Verification: To ensure authentic matrimonial matches
- Matching & Recommendations: AI analyzes preferences to deliver compatible matches
- Communication: To facilitate secure messaging between members
- Safety & Fraud Prevention: To protect your account and prevent misuse
- Compliance: To meet legal and regulatory requirements in India
- Improvement: To enhance platform features based on user behavior
How We Protect Your Data
Security Measures
- MilitaryGrade Encryption: All data in transit and at rest is encrypted
- SSL Certificate: Secure connection (HTTPS) for all website interactions
- Secure Servers: Data stored in secure, protected data centers
- Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access sensitive data
- Regular Audits: Security checks and updates to prevent vulnerabilities
- TwoFactor Authentication: Optional OTPbased login for additional security
What We DON'T Do
- ❌ We never sell your data to third parties for profit
- ❌ We never share contact information without your explicit consent
- ❌ We never ask for passwords via email or chat
- ❌ We never force unnecessary personal information sharing
- ❌ We never display your profile without your control
Who We Share Your Data With
Internal Sharing
- Our Team: Profile verification team, customer support, moderators (limited access)
- Other Members: Only information you choose to share (profile details, photos, contact)
External Sharing (Limited)
- Payment Processors: For processing optional Kundali matching payments (name, email, transaction data only)
- Law Enforcement: When legally required (FBI requests, criminal investigations) but only with appropriate legal authority
- Service Providers: Cloud hosting, email services (under strict data protection agreements)
Countries Where Data May Be Stored
Your data is primarily stored in India but may be transferred to secure international servers for backup and redundancy. All such transfers comply with data protection laws.
How Long We Keep Your Data
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
- Deleted Accounts: Data permanently deleted within 30 days of deletion request
- Inactive Accounts: Profiles inactive for 12+ months may be archived or deleted
- Legal Hold: Data retained longer if required by law or for legal proceedings
- Backups: May exist in backups for up to 90 days before permanent deletion
Your Rights & Privacy Choices
Right to Access
You have the right to request a copy of all personal data we hold about you. Email us for a data export request, and we'll provide it within 30 days.
Right to Rectification
You can edit or correct your profile information anytime through your account settings. If you need help, contact our support team.
Right to Erasure
You can request deletion of your account and all associated data. Upon request, we delete your data within 30 days (backups may take longer).
Right to Restriction
You can restrict how your data is used. For example, you can hide your profile from search or limit who can contact you.
Right to Withdraw Consent
If you previously consented to marketing emails or data usage, you can withdraw that consent anytime through account settings.
Right to Data Portability
You can request your data in a portable format (CSV, JSON) to transfer to another platform.
Right to Object
You can object to specific data processing. However, some processing is necessary for the platform to function.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small files stored on your device to remember preferences and track behavior. Corishta uses cookies for:
- Session Cookies: Keep you logged in (deleted when you close browser)
- Persistent Cookies: Remember preferences for future visits (last 1 year)
- Analytics Cookies: Track page views to improve user experience (anonymized)
- Security Cookies: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
Controlling Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit platform functionality. Most browsers allow you to accept/reject cookies or set preferences.
Comments & UserGenerated Content
If you leave comments on our knowledge articles or forums:
- Comments are publicly visible (unless flagged as inappropriate)
- Your email hash (anonymized) may be provided to Gravatar
- IP address is logged for spam detection
- We retain comments indefinitely (unless you request deletion)
Embedded Content & ThirdParty Integrations
Our website may embed content from external sites (YouTube videos, social media embeds, etc.). These providers collect data about your interaction with their content. Review their privacy policies before using embedded content.
Data Breach & Security Incidents
In the unlikely event of a data breach:
- We notify affected users within 72 hours
- We inform relevant authorities if required by law
- We provide remedial measures (password resets, monitoring, credit protection)
- We conduct full investigation and implement preventive measures
Children's Privacy
Corishta is designed for adults (18+). We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18. If we discover a minor's data, we delete it immediately. Parents who suspect a child is using our platform should contact us.
International Data Transfers
While Corishta is based in India, data may be transferred to countries with different privacy laws. We ensure all transfers comply with Indian data protection standards and applicable laws.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be notified via email or website announcement. Continued use of Corishta implies acceptance of updated policies.
Contact Us for Privacy Matters
- Email: care@corishta.com
- Phone: +91 92059 70877
- Office Address (Mumbai): Kalyan, Thane, Maharashtra
- Data Protection Officer: Available upon request
Grievance Redressal
If you have privacy concerns or believe we've mishandled your data:
- Contact us directly at care@corishta.com
- We respond to all complaints within 30 days
- You can escalate to relevant data protection authorities if needed
Links to External Websites
Corishta may link to external websites. We're not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing data with them.
GDPR & Data Protection Compliance
While GDPR (EU regulation) doesn't directly apply to Indian residents, we comply with its principles:
- Data minimization (collect only necessary data)
- Purpose limitation (use data only for stated purposes)
- Transparency (clear privacy policies)
- User rights (access, correction, deletion)
Summary: Your Data Privacy at Corishta
- ✓ We collect minimal data necessary for matrimonial services
- ✓ We encrypt all data with militarygrade security
- ✓ We never sell your data to third parties
- ✓ We require consent before sharing contact information
- ✓ You control who sees your profile
- ✓ You can access, correct, or delete your data anytime
- ✓ We comply with Indian data protection laws
- ✓ We respond to privacy concerns within 30 days
Your privacy is our priority. If you have questions, contact care@corishta.com immediately.