Privacy Policy
Hostel Dekhoo
Last Updated: October 2025
Welcome to Hostel Dekhoo ("we," "our," or "us"). We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
1.1. Personal Information
When you sign up or use our platform, we may collect:
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Location (city/university or approximate map location)
1.2. Hostel Owner Information
If you are a hostel owner, we may collect additional data related to:
- Hostel details (name, address, facilities, room details)
- Geolocation via Google Maps integration
1.3. Automatically Collected Data
When you visit our platform, certain information may be automatically collected, such as:
- Browser type and version
- IP address
- Device information
- Pages visited and actions taken
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Hostel Dekhoo platform
- Allow hostel owners to manage listings and locations
- Enable students to search and view hostels by filters (city, university, facilities, etc.)
- Communicate important updates or service changes
- Prevent misuse or fraudulent activities
- Comply with legal requirements
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
3. Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain user sessions
- Improve website performance and analytics
- Personalize user experience
You can choose to disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function properly.
4. Third-Party Services
We integrate with third-party services to operate efficiently:
Supabase
Used for authentication, data storage, and database management. Data processed by Supabase is subject to their own Privacy Policy.
Google Maps API
Used for setting and displaying hostel locations. Your use of map features is subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
5. Data Security
We employ appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.
6. User Rights
As a user, you have the right to:
- Access or update your personal information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent (if applicable)
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@hosteldekhoo.com.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: