Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

This Privacy Policy describes how the Social Registry, West Bengal Government (we, us, or our) collects, uses, and discloses personal data of users through our online platform, socialregistry.wb.gov.in (the “Platform”).

• Introduction

The Social Registry is a data infrastructure project aimed at creating an integrated information system for social protection in West Bengal. The Platform is designed to serve as a one-stop portal for registration, eligibility determination, and assistance disbursement for various social programs.

• Information Collection

We collect personal data, including but not limited to:

• Name, date of birth, and contact information;
• Aadhaar number (for DBT schemes);
• Bank account details;
• Information related to socio-economic status;
• Data collected through cookies and similar technologies.

• Use of Information

We use the collected data to:

• Determine eligibility for social programs;
• Disburse assistance and benefits;
• Improve the Platform and services;
• Comply with laws and regulations.

• Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance user experience;
• Collect anonymous data on Platform usage.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect Platform functionality.

• User Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data;
• Correct inaccuracies;
• Request data deletion;
• Withdraw consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

• Data Protection

We implement reasonable security measures to protect personal data. However, no security measures are foolproof, and we cannot guarantee data security.

• Updates to this Policy

We may update this Policy. Changes will be posted on the Platform.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at [email protected].