Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 25.10.2025

Abhisri Enterprise Pvt. Ltd. (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the “Nourishing Kothare” mobile and web application (the “Platform”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy is published in accordance with the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, as applicable in India.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our Platform, including any location-based features.

By using the Platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information necessary to operate the Platform efficiently. a) Information You Provide - Account details: such as name, email address, mobile number and password when you create an account. - Pantry data: items you add, expiry dates, categories, and related notes, all voluntarily entered by you. - Feedback or support messages: when you contact us for help or share feedback. b) Automatically Collected Information When you use the Platform, we may automatically collect limited technical data such as: - Device information (type, operating system, app version); - Log data (IP address, browser type, time zone, and usage duration); - Cookies or local storage identifiers for login sessions and app preferences. c) Location Data (if you consent) If you enable location-based notifications, we may temporarily collect and process your approximate or precise location from your device to: - Send context-aware alerts (e.g., reminders when you’re near a grocery store or your home location); - Improve notification accuracy and app functionality; and - Provide region-specific settings or information. You can control or revoke location access at any time in your device’s settings. We do not continuously track your location or share it with third parties for advertising or profiling.

1A. Consent for Data Processing

By using the Platform and enabling specific features such as account creation, notifications, or location access, you provide your freely given, specific, informed, and revocable consent for the collection and processing of your personal data for those purposes. You may withdraw your consent at any time by disabling those features in your device settings or by writing to us at support@nourishingkothare.com. Upon withdrawal, we will stop processing such data except where required by law.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to: - Provide and personalize the Platform’s functionality; - Send expiry reminders, usage summaries, or updates (if you enable notifications); - Improve performance, usability, and technical reliability; - Communicate important changes or respond to user support requests; - Comply with applicable laws and prevent misuse or fraud. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with advertisers or unrelated third parties.

3. Data Storage and Retention

Your data is securely stored on servers located in India or trusted cloud infrastructure providers that comply with recognized security standards. We retain your data only as long as your account is active or necessary for providing the service. If you delete your account, your personal and pantry data will be permanently deleted within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share limited data only in the following cases: - Service providers: who assist in app hosting, cloud storage, or analytics, under confidentiality agreements; - Legal obligations: when required to comply with a valid court order, government request, or applicable law; - Business continuity: in case of merger, acquisition, or restructuring, with prior notice to you. We never sell or disclose user data for advertising or marketing purposes.

5. Third-Party Service Providers and Location Data

If you enable GPS or location-based reminders, the Application may rely on your device’s operating system or third-party service providers (such as Google or Apple) to process your location data for delivering context-based alerts. We may also engage trusted third-party providers for cloud hosting, push notifications, or analytics. These entities are contractually bound to maintain data confidentiality and are permitted to use the information only for the purpose of performing services on our behalf. We do not sell, rent, or disclose your personal information to advertisers or unrelated third parties.

6. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you have the right to: - Access your personal data; - Correct inaccurate or incomplete data; - Withdraw consent for optional features; - Delete your account and request data erasure; - Lodge a grievance with our Data Protection Officer (DPO). You can exercise these rights by contacting us at support@narishingkothare.com.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. These include: - Encrypted transmission of data; - Secure password hashing; - Restricted internal access to personal information. While we take all necessary precautions, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn that a child has provided data, we will delete it immediately.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies or local storage solely for functional purposes such as saving preferences and keeping you logged in. You can disable cookies in your browser or app settings, but some features may not function properly.

10. Updates to this Policy

We may modify this Privacy Policy from time to time to remain compliant with applicable law and business requirements. Revised versions will be posted with a new “Effective Date.” You are encouraged to review this Policy regularly. Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the changes.

11. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, contact: Abhisri Enterprise Pvt. Ltd. Email: support@nourishingkothare.com Website: www.nourishingkothare.com Registered Office: 13 Ambica colony, Isanpur, Ahmedabad. Grievance Officer / DPO: Amitt Pandya