Privacy Policy | AreaPincodes.in
Effective Date: January 8, 2026
Last Updated: January 8, 2026
At AreaPincodes.in, we recognize that the privacy of your personal information is of the utmost importance. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of personal information that is received and collected by AreaPincodes.in and how it is used.
As an authoritative Indian Postal Directory, we are committed to transparency and compliance with global data protection standards, including the Information Technology Act (India) and Google’s Publisher Policies.
1. Data Collection & Transparency
We believe in “Privacy by Design.” We do not require registration or personal identity verification to use our search directory.
A. Automatically Collected Information
Like most standard website servers, we use log files and analytics tools to understand user behavior. This includes:
- Log Data: Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date/time stamp, and referring/exit pages.
- Device Metrics: Screen resolution, operating system, and device category (Mobile/Desktop) to ensure our UI remains functional.
- Search Queries: The area names or pincodes searched (used solely to improve our database accuracy).
B. What We Do NOT Collect
- ❌ Personally Identifiable Information (PII): We do not collect your name, phone number, or home address.
- ❌ Financial Data: We are a 100% free service and never request payment or banking details.
- ❌ Precise Geolocation: We do not track your exact GPS coordinates.
2. Cookies & Third-Party Advertising
To sustain our free directory, we partner with third-party vendors.
- Google AdSense & DoubleClick Cookie: Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on AreaPincodes.in. Google’s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our users based on their visit to this site and other sites on the Internet.
- Opt-Out: Users may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy.
- Google Analytics: We use this to understand site traffic. The data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify you personally.
3. Data Usage & Purpose
| Purpose | How it Benefits You |
| Database Optimization | We identify searched areas that return no results to update our records. |
| Security & Integrity | IP monitoring prevents automated “scraping” or bot attacks, keeping the site fast for humans. |
| Site Performance | Analytics help us optimize the site for the browsers and devices most used in India. |
4. Data Protection & Security
We employ SSL (Secure Socket Layer) Encryption to ensure that your interaction with our server is secure. While no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, we follow industry-standard protocols to protect any data processed on our platform.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to official government portals (such as IndiaPost.gov.in). Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such other sites. We encourage our users to be aware when they leave our site and to read the privacy statements of each website that collects personal data.
6. User Rights (GDPR & Indian IT Act)
Regardless of your location, we respect your right to privacy:
- Right to Anonymity: You can use 100% of our search features without providing any data.
- Cookie Control: You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings.
- Data Inquiry: You may contact us at any time to inquire about the data we hold (typically limited to anonymous IP logs).
7. Grievance Officer & Contact
In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000, if you have any questions, concerns, or grievances regarding this policy, please contact our designated Data Protection Officer:
Attn: Privacy Department
Email: support@areapincodes.in
Response Time: Within 24-48 business hours.
“Your trust is our authority. Your privacy is our priority.”