Privacy Policy

Kutunk (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the Kutunk mobile application and related website (the “Service”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a safe, transparent, and lawful manner.

1. About Kutunk

Kutunk is a verified family-network app that helps users map authentic family relationships across generations.
Each link is verified by both sides to ensure accuracy and trust.

For any questions, contact us at contact@kutunk.com.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information required to operate and verify family relationships on the app:

Type

Examples

Purpose

Basic account data

Name, phone number, email address

To create and manage your account

Relationship data

Relation type (e.g., father, mother, spouse)

To build verified connections

Verification data

Who verified you, timestamps

To prevent fake or duplicate profiles

Optional profile details

Profile photo, birth year, gender

To help your verified family recognize you

Device and app data

App version, device type, IP, OS version

For security, analytics, and bug fixes

Payment data (if applicable)

Name, payment confirmation (handled by Google/Apple)

To process subscriptions securely

Kutunk does not collect biometric data, financial account numbers, or precise location.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide and maintain the Kutunk service

• Verify your relationships and maintain accuracy of your family graph

• Send verification requests, updates, and important notices

• Improve safety and prevent misuse

• Provide customer support

• Process subscription payments and deliver premium features

We do not sell or rent your personal information to advertisers.

4. How We Share Information

We may share limited information in these situations:

• With your consent: when you explicitly choose to share or verify relationships.

• With verified users: your direct verified relatives can view your profile as per app settings.

• With service providers: trusted vendors who help with hosting, analytics, or payments (they are bound by confidentiality).

• For legal reasons: if required by law or to protect our rights, users, or the public.
  
  

5. Data Retention

Your data is stored securely and retained only as long as necessary to provide the Service.
If you delete your account, we remove or anonymize your personal information within 30 days (unless required by law to retain it longer).

6. Data Deletion & User Control

You can request data deletion or correction anytime by emailing contact@kutunk.com with your registered email or phone number.
Once verified, we will delete your account and associated data within 30 days.

You may also control:

• Who can view your profile

• Which connections appear on your tree

• Whether you want your profile searchable inside Kutunk
  
  

7. Security

We use industry-standard encryption, secure cloud hosting, and restricted internal access to protect your data.
However, no online system is completely secure, and you use Kutunk at your own risk.

8. Children’s Privacy

Kutunk may include information about minors only when added by their legal guardian or parent.
A child’s profile is not publicly visible or searchable without consent once they reach eligible age.

9. International Users

Kutunk is operated from India. If you access the app from outside India, your information may be transferred and processed in India, subject to applicable laws.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When changes are significant, we’ll notify users via in-app alert or email.
Your continued use of Kutunk means you accept the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

For questions, feedback, or data requests:
Email: contact@kutunk.com
Address: Mumbai
Kutunk, [Mumbai, Maharashtra, India]