Privacy Policy

Last updated: 29 August 2026

1. Introduction

Goa Directory ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through www.goadirectory.in, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Service you agree to this policy.

2. Information we collect

Information you provide

• Account details such as your name, username, email and password;
• Business listing details — business name, category, description, address, phone/WhatsApp, email, website and photos;
• Messages you send us through forms, email or WhatsApp.

Information collected automatically

• Basic usage and device data (IP address, browser type, pages viewed) via server logs and cookies;
• Listing view counts and interactions to improve the directory.

3. How we use your information

• To create and display your business listing and account;
• To review, publish, edit and manage listings;
• To respond to your enquiries and provide support;
• To operate, secure, maintain and improve the Service;
• To send important service or account notices.

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you logged in, remember preferences, and understand how the Service is used. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling them may affect some features.

5. How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. Listing details you submit are published publicly as part of your directory listing. We may share limited data with trusted service providers (such as hosting and email) who help us run the Service, and where required by law. Premium listings may also be displayed on our partner network sites as described on the Plans page.

6. Data retention

We keep your information for as long as your listing or account is active and as needed to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes and enforce our agreements.

7. Your rights & choices

You may request to access, correct or delete your personal information, or ask us to unpublish your listing, by emailing help@goadirectory.in. We will respond within a reasonable time.

8. Security

We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children

The Service is intended for users aged 18 and above and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted here with a new date.

11. Contact us

For any privacy question or request, email help@goadirectory.in or call/WhatsApp +91 99233 52923.