Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Vedasaram.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website vedasaram.com (the “Site”).
We operate this Site to share free devotional content such as stotrams, pravachanams, religious discourses, and spiritual guidance for the benefit of our community. Your trust is important to us, especially in a space dedicated to devotion and spirituality.
By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal personal information, only what is necessary for the Site to function and improve your experience.
- Information You Provide Voluntarily:
- When you leave comments on posts, contact us via form/email, or subscribe to updates (if available): name, email address, and any message/content you provide.
- Automatically Collected Information:
- Device and usage data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring/exit pages, time/date of visit, pages viewed, and approximate location (country/region level only).
- Cookies and similar technologies: We and third parties use cookies, web beacons, and pixels for analytics, functionality, and advertising (details in Section 5).
We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., religious beliefs, health, financial details) unless you voluntarily share it in comments or messages.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for legitimate purposes, such as:
- Providing and maintaining the Site
- Responding to your comments, inquiries, or requests
- Improving content quality and user experience
- Analyzing Site usage trends (anonymized)
- Complying with legal obligations
3. Monetization and Advertising Disclosure (Transparency Notice)
To keep offering free spiritual content without charging users, the Site is monetized in the following ways:
- Display Advertising: We participate in advertising programs like Google AdSense. Third-party advertisers (including Google) may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this Site and other websites. These ads help support the maintenance and growth of devotional resources on Vedasaram.com.
- Affiliate Links: Some links in our posts (e.g., recommendations for spiritual books, audio, or puja items) are affiliate links from programs like Amazon Associates or Flipkart Affiliate. If you click and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps sustain the Site.
We only recommend products we believe are genuinely useful for spiritual practice. These monetization methods allow us to continue sharing sacred knowledge freely.
For more details on how third parties handle data for ads/affiliates, please review their privacy policies:
- Google: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Amazon Associates: https://affiliate-program.amazon.in/help/operating/agreement
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
4. Sharing of Information
We share information only in limited cases:
- With service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics tools like Google Analytics) who assist in operating the Site (under strict confidentiality).
- With advertising/affiliate partners as described above (anonymized or aggregated where possible).
- When required by law, court order, or to protect rights/safety.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for essential functions, analytics, and personalized ads.
- Essential cookies: For Site functionality (e.g., remembering comment preferences).
- Analytics cookies: To understand visitor behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Advertising cookies: For targeted ads via Google AdSense and affiliates.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling them may affect Site functionality.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy. Changes will be posted here with the updated date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.
7. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or to exercise rights:
Email: [info@vedasaram.com]
We value your devotion and privacy — thank you for being part of the Vedasaram community.