Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 8, 2026
Introduction
Bhumi Ads ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.
Information We Collect
We collect your phone number for authentication and OTP verification. Your phone number is used to verify your identity and send important notifications.
When you post a property, we collect information such as property type, location, description, pricing, and contact details. This information is displayed to potential buyers.
We collect your name and password for account creation and authentication. Your password is securely hashed and never stored in plain text.
Phone Authentication
We use phone-based authentication with OTP (One-Time Password) verification. Your phone number is used to:
- Verify your identity during registration
- Secure your account with phone number and password authentication with OTP verification/reset
- Send important notifications about your listings
- Enable password reset functionality
Cookies
We use secure cookies for session management. These cookies are essential for:
- Maintaining your authenticated session
- Keeping you logged in securely
- Protecting against unauthorized access
Our cookies are configured with industry-standard security measures to protect your session.
Data Protection
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Passwords are hashed using industry-standard security measures
- Phone numbers are masked in logs
- OTP values are never logged
- Tokens are securely generated and validated
- Database connections use encryption
- Regular security audits and updates
Property Information
Property information you post is publicly visible to potential buyers. This includes:
- Property type and description
- Location details
- Pricing information
- Your contact phone number (for buyer inquiries)
You can delete your property listings at any time from your seller dashboard.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to operate our platform:
- SMS Service Provider: For OTP SMS delivery. Your phone number is shared with the SMS provider solely for OTP delivery.
- Hosting Provider: For application hosting and analytics. We use analytics tools to improve performance and user experience.
- Database Provider: For database hosting. Your data is stored securely in our database provider's infrastructure.
Data Retention
We retain your data as follows:
- OTP records are deleted after 7 days of verification
- Rate limit records are deleted after 24 hours
- Expired properties are deleted after 90 days
- Account data is retained until you delete your account
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Update your personal information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt-out of SMS notifications
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: bhumiads.support@gmail.com
Phone: Phone support coming soon. Please contact us by email at bhumiads.support@gmail.com