Privacy Policy

Welcome to FarmHouse Chalo ("FarmHouse Chalo," "we," "our," or "us").

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the FarmHouse Chalo mobile application.

By using FarmHouse Chalo, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:

Farm Listing Information

If you list a farmhouse, we may collect:

Device Information

We may automatically collect:

Location Information

With your permission, FarmHouse Chalo may access your device's location to:

• Show nearby farmhouses
• Improve search results
• Display maps and directions

Location access is optional and can be disabled at any time through your device settings.

Information We Do Not Intentionally Collect

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information such as:

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

3. Advertisements

FarmHouse Chalo may display advertisements, including:

• App Opening Advertisements
• Top Scroll Advertisements
• Featured Farm Promotions
• Top 10 Farm Promotions

We may use third-party advertising providers such as Google AdMob.

These providers may collect limited information including:

• Advertising ID
• Device Information
• Approximate Location
• App Usage Information

Please review Google's Privacy Policy for more information:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

4. Payments

If you purchase promotional services within FarmHouse Chalo, payments are processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers (such as Razorpay, if applicable).

FarmHouse Chalo does not store or have access to your:

• Debit Card Details
• Credit Card Details
• UPI PIN
• Internet Banking Credentials
• Payment Passwords

Payment providers process transactions according to their own privacy policies.

5. Third-Party Services

FarmHouse Chalo uses trusted third-party services, including:

These services may collect information necessary to provide their respective services.

For more information, please visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy

6. Image Uploads

Farm owners may upload images of their properties.

Uploaded images become publicly visible within the application only after approval by our administrators.

Users are responsible for ensuring they own or have the legal right to upload all images submitted through the application.

7. Permissions We Request

FarmHouse Chalo may request the following permissions:

Internet

Required for accessing app services.

Camera

Used for capturing farmhouse images.

Photos and Media

Used for selecting and uploading farmhouse images.

Location

Used for showing nearby farmhouses and improving search results.

Notifications (if enabled)

Used for important announcements, promotional messages, and service-related updates.

8. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share limited information with trusted service providers, including:

• Google Firebase
• Google AdMob
• Payment Providers
• Map Service Providers

These providers process information solely to provide their services on our behalf.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures, including:

• Secure Firebase Authentication
• Encrypted HTTPS connections
• Access controls
• Regular security updates

Despite our efforts, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations.

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal information by contacting us.

Where available, you may also delete your account directly from within the application.

Certain information may be retained if required by law.

11. Children's Privacy

FarmHouse Chalo is not intended for children below the minimum age required under applicable laws (including children under 13 years of age where applicable).

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that a child has provided personal information, we will promptly delete such information.

12. Your Rights

Depending on your applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your account
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Withdraw previously granted permissions
• Contact us regarding privacy concerns

13. Cookies and Similar Technologies

FarmHouse Chalo does not use browser cookies because it is a mobile application.

However, third-party services such as Firebase and Google AdMob may use similar technologies to improve functionality, analytics, security, and advertising.

14. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed or stored on servers located outside your country by our trusted third-party service providers.

By using FarmHouse Chalo, you consent to such transfers where permitted by applicable law.

15. Third-Party Links

The application may contain links to third-party websites or services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party services.

Please review their respective privacy policies before providing personal information.

16. Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, legal process, court order, or a lawful request from a governmental authority.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any updates will be posted within the application or on our official website.

Your continued use of FarmHouse Chalo after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

18. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability

FarmHouse Chalo is an online platform that connects farmhouse owners with users interested in renting or visiting farmhouses. FarmHouse Chalo does not own, manage, inspect, supervise, or operate any listed farmhouse unless expressly stated.

By using the application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

Direct Transactions

Any discussions, reservations, payments, negotiations, or agreements are made directly between the user and the farmhouse owner.

FarmHouse Chalo acts solely as an intermediary platform and is not a party to any agreement between users and farmhouse owners.

Property Verification

Users are strongly encouraged to personally inspect and verify a farmhouse before making any payment or finalizing any arrangement.

Users should independently verify the property's condition, amenities, pricing, availability, safety, and ownership.

Fraud and Scams

FarmHouse Chalo is not responsible for any fraud, scam, impersonation, false advertisement, fake listing, payment dispute, financial loss, or misrepresentation arising from interactions between users and farmhouse owners.

Users and farmhouse owners should exercise reasonable caution and verify each other's identity before entering into any agreement.

Property Damage

FarmHouse Chalo is not liable for any damage, theft, loss, vandalism, destruction, or misuse of any property.

Any disputes relating to property damage must be resolved directly between the farmhouse owner and the concerned user.

Accidents and Injuries

FarmHouse Chalo shall not be responsible or liable for any accident, injury, illness, death, property loss, or other incident occurring at or around any listed farmhouse.

Farmhouse owners are solely responsible for maintaining a safe property and complying with applicable laws.

Users access and use any listed property entirely at their own risk.

Accuracy of Listings

FarmHouse Chalo does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, legality, reliability, pricing, availability, amenities, photographs, or descriptions provided by farmhouse owners.

Each farmhouse owner is solely responsible for the information published on the platform.

Disputes

Any dispute relating to payments, reservations, cancellations, refunds, damages, misconduct, property conditions, or services shall be resolved directly between the concerned parties.

FarmHouse Chalo shall not be responsible for mediating or resolving such disputes.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, FarmHouse Chalo, its developers, employees, affiliates, partners, and representatives shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary, special, or punitive damages arising from the use of the platform or from interactions between users and farmhouse owners.

19. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy-related inquiries in a timely manner.
Thank you for using FarmHouse Chalo.