We may collect information directly provided by you through our website and mobile application in the following circumstances:

• Membership Applications: Full name, telephone/mobile number, email address, residential address, family details, and personal statement/motivation.
• Contact & Inquiries: Name, email address, subject matter, and the message content submitted via our contact forms.
• Account Authentication: For administrators and authorized committee members, encrypted login credentials and authentication session tokens.
• Device & Usage Data: Non-personally identifiable diagnostic information such as device model, OS version, app version, and crash logs to improve app performance.

The information collected is used strictly for non-commercial community purposes, including:

• Verifying and processing membership applications for the Vijayawada Velama Association.
• Maintaining an active directory of committee members and active community representatives.
• Notifying members about upcoming community meetings, cultural festivals, charitable programs, and general body events.
• Responding to inquiries, suggestions, or assistance requests submitted through the portal or app.
• Ensuring the technical security, integrity, and operational availability of the digital platform.

We implement rigorous administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure:

• All communications between the mobile application, web browser, and server are secured using industry-standard SSL/TLS (HTTPS) encryption.
• Sensitive database records and credentials are authenticated and accessible only by authorized association committee executives.
• We do not store credit card or sensitive financial information on our servers.

We do not sell, rent, trade, or monetize your personal information to any third parties or advertisers.

Information may only be disclosed under limited conditions:

• With trusted hosting and infrastructure service providers bound by strict confidentiality agreements solely for hosting services.
• When required by applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.

You have full ownership and rights over your personal data. You may at any time:

• Request access to the personal information we maintain about you.
• Request correction of any outdated or inaccurate information in our directory.
• Request permanent deletion of your data and membership records by emailing us at contact@vijayawadavelama.org or contacting our office. We will process verified requests within 14 business days.

Our mobile app and online services are intended for general audience community members and are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without verified parental consent.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our association practices or legal obligations. When updates occur, the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our community administration: