Privacy Policy

Last Updated: [10/07/2025]

Kanchrapara Municipality (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors to our official website https://www.kanchraparamunicipality.org. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit or use our website and online services.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information:
When you voluntarily submit forms or applications (e.g., for grievances, feedback, licenses, or online payments), we may collect personal details such as your name, address, phone number, email address, and other necessary identifiers.

b. Non-Personal Information:
We automatically collect certain non-identifiable information such as IP addresses, browser type, operating system, date/time of access, and pages visited, to help improve website performance and user experience.


2. Use of Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

To provide and improve municipal services.

To communicate regarding your applications, complaints, or requests.

To ensure website functionality, security, and maintenance.

To comply with legal or regulatory obligations under applicable laws.


3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect usage analytics. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some website functions may not operate properly if cookies are disabled.


4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to ensure data security, please note that no method of online transmission is 100% secure.


5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent user information. Data may only be shared:

With government departments, statutory bodies, or authorized agencies when required by law.

With service providers who assist in website operations, subject to confidentiality obligations.


6. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to other government or third-party websites. Kanchrapara Municipality is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Visitors are encouraged to read the privacy policies of external sites.


7. Data Retention

Personal information submitted through our website will be retained only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.


8. Your Rights

You may request to access, correct, or delete your personal information submitted through this website by contacting us at the official municipal email address provided below.


9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.


10. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Kanchrapara Municipality
Kanchrapara, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal – 743145
Email: kchpara@yahoo.com
Phone: (033)-2585-9391
Website: https://www.kanchraparamunicipality.org


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