Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly when you generate a personalized star chart, register for an event, or contact us. No account or registration is required to use this website or its educational content.

• Star Chart Details — Email address, and optionally a name/title and personal message, when you download a personalized star chart
• Event Registrations — Name, email, and phone number when you register for outreach programmes or workshops
• Communications — Messages you send via our contact form or email
• Technical Data — IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies (see Section 3)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Deliver your personalized star chart and a link to re-download it
• Process event and workshop registrations
• Respond to your enquiries and support requests
• Send newsletters and updates — only if you have opted in
• Improve our website and educational content through analytics
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects.

3. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These include:

• Analytics Cookies — Google Analytics (GA4) to understand how visitors use our site. This data is aggregated and anonymous
• Advertising Cookies — Google AdSense, used to display relevant ads. These are managed by Google

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

4. Data Sharing

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

• Hosting Provider — Hostinger, who stores our website data under their own privacy policy
• Analytics — Google Analytics for anonymised website usage data
• Email Services — Used to send your star chart download link and other transactional emails
• Legal Compliance — If required by law or legal process

5. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored on secure servers hosted in India via Hostinger. We implement the following measures to protect your data:

• All data transmission is encrypted via HTTPS/SSL
• Access to the database is restricted to authorised personnel only

We retain your data for as long as needed to provide the relevant service. You may request deletion at any time.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at connect@astrophiles.in.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website and educational content are open to learners of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us immediately.

8. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

• Email: connect@astrophiles.in
• WhatsApp: +91 99679 92307
• Location: India

We aim to respond to all privacy-related queries within 5 business days.