Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 06 January 2026
MeroGuru (“MeroGuru”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to
protecting your privacy and handling personal information in an open and
transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose,
store, and protect personal information in accordance with the Australian
Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of www.meroguru.com,
including visitors, registered users, gurus, service providers, and event
partners.
1. What is Personal Information
“Personal information” means information or an opinion about
an identified individual, or an individual who is reasonably identifiable,
whether the information is true or not and whether recorded in a material form.
This may include, but is not limited to:
- Name
- Contact
details (email address, phone number, address)
- Date
of birth and birth details (for astrological services)
- Religious
details such as gotra, rashi, or nakshatra
- Account
login details
- Payment
and transaction details
- Communications
with MeroGuru
2. Collection of Personal Information (APP 3 & 5)
MeroGuru collects personal information only where it is
reasonably necessary for our functions and activities. We may collect personal
information directly from you when you:
- Register
an account on MeroGuru
- Book
a guru, religious service, astrology service, or event
- Register
as a guru or service provider
- Submit
birth or religious details for puja or astrology services
- Contact
us through email, contact forms, or support channels
- Subscribe
to updates or newsletters
Where required, we will notify you of the purpose of
collection and how your information will be used.
3. Sensitive Information
Some services offered by MeroGuru require the collection of
sensitive information, such as religious beliefs, practices, or birth details
for astrological purposes. This information is collected only with your consent
and solely for the purpose of delivering the requested service.
MeroGuru does not collect sensitive information unless it is
directly relevant and necessary.
4. Use of Personal Information (APP 6)
We use personal information for purposes including:
- Creating
and managing user, guru, and service provider accounts
- Facilitating
bookings, payments, and confirmations
- Providing
online puja, astrology, and event management services
- Communicating
with users regarding services, updates, or support
- Publishing
service provider or guru profiles (with consent)
- Improving
platform functionality and user experience
- Meeting
legal, regulatory, or compliance obligations
We will not use your personal information for purposes
unrelated to these without your consent or unless required by law.
5. Disclosure of Personal Information
MeroGuru may disclose personal information:
- To
gurus or service providers for the purpose of delivering booked services
- To
payment processors and technical service providers
- To
event partners where required to coordinate services
- To
regulatory authorities where required by law
We do not sell or rent personal information to third
parties.
6. Overseas Disclosure (APP 8)
Some service providers or technical infrastructure used by
MeroGuru may be located outside Australia (for example, cloud hosting or
communication tools). Where personal information is disclosed overseas,
MeroGuru takes reasonable steps to ensure that the recipient complies with
privacy standards substantially similar to the Australian Privacy Principles.
7. Security of Personal Information (APP 11)
MeroGuru takes reasonable steps to protect personal
information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification,
or disclosure. These measures include:
- Secure
servers and encrypted connections
- Restricted
access to personal information
- Administrative
and technical safeguards
Personal information is retained only for as long as
necessary to fulfil its purpose or comply with legal obligations.
8. Access and Correction (APP 12 & 13)
You have the right to:
- Request
access to personal information we hold about you
- Request
correction of inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated information
Requests can be made by contacting us at info@meroguru.com.
We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
9. Cookies and Website Analytics
MeroGuru may use cookies and similar technologies to improve
website performance and user experience. Cookies may collect non-identifying
information such as browser type, pages visited, and session duration.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser
settings.
10. Direct Marketing (APP 7)
MeroGuru may send you service-related communications or
updates. We will only send marketing communications where permitted by law and
will always provide an option to opt out of receiving such communications.
11. Anonymity and Pseudonymity (APP 2)
Where practical, users may interact with MeroGuru
anonymously or using a pseudonym. However, anonymity may not be possible where
personal information is required to provide services such as bookings,
payments, or astrological reports.
12. Complaints and Privacy Concerns
If you believe your privacy has been breached or you have
concerns about how your personal information has been handled, you may contact
us at:
Email: info@meroguru.com
We will investigate all complaints and respond within a
reasonable timeframe.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact
the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).
13. Changes to this Privacy Policy
MeroGuru may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be published on our website, and continued use of the platform
constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
14. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal
information is handled, please contact:
MeroGuru
Email: info@meroguru.com