India's #1 Pincode Directory

Summary: We collect minimal data, never sell your information, use Google Analytics and AdSense, and you can request deletion anytime.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use our lead generation form or contact form, we collect: your name, phone number, email address, pincode, and service requirement. This information is used solely to connect you with relevant service providers.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit PincodeNest, we automatically collect: IP address (anonymized), browser type and version, device type, pages visited, time spent on pages, search queries entered (stored anonymously), and referring website.

1.3 Cookies

We use cookies for: Google Analytics (traffic analysis), Google AdSense (advertising), session management, and user preferences (theme settings). You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work correctly.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Provide and improve our pincode search service
  • Connect service request leads with local providers
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior
  • Display relevant advertisements via Google AdSense
  • Respond to contact form inquiries
  • Detect and prevent fraudulent activity

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

  • Service Providers: Local service businesses (only for leads you submit)
  • Google: Analytics data and advertising (see Google's Privacy Policy)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or court order

4. Google AdSense & Analytics

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics collects data anonymously. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption, secure database storage, regular security audits, and restricted staff access to personal data. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

Lead form data: Retained for 1 year or until you request deletion. Contact form data: Retained for 6 months. Analytics data: Retained for 26 months (Google Analytics standard). Search logs: Retained for 90 days in aggregated, anonymized form.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to: access your personal data, correct inaccurate data, request deletion of your data, object to processing, and data portability. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@pincodenest.com.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at: