BookGermanTest

Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 12, 2025

1. Introduction

BookGermanTest ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our free website and alert services. This policy is compliant with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 of India.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Email Address: Required for receiving exam slot alerts
  • Preferences: Optional city preferences and exam level preferences
  • Communication: Messages you send to us via email

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns
  • IP Address: For security and analytics purposes
  • Cookies: Essential cookies for website functionality

2.3 Advertiser Information

If you purchase advertising services, we collect:

  • Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your credit card details on our servers
  • Business Details: Company name, website URL, and ad content as provided during the subscription process
  • Billing Information: Name, email, and billing address associated with your Stripe payment

2.4 Information We Do NOT Collect

  • Examination portal login credentials
  • Credit card numbers (handled by Stripe)
  • Aadhaar, PAN, or other government ID numbers
  • Biometric data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

  • Sending exam slot alerts via email
  • Processing advertising subscription payments via Stripe
  • Displaying purchased advertisements on our website
  • Improving our Service and user experience
  • Responding to your inquiries and support requests
  • Sending service-related announcements
  • Detecting and preventing fraud or abuse
  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Consent: When you subscribe to our alerts
  • Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and prevent fraud
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Supabase (database hosting), Resend (email delivery), Telegram (alerts), Stripe (payment processing) - only as necessary to provide our Service
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We DO NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit
  • Encrypted database storage
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security audits
  • Secure cloud infrastructure (Hetzner, Cloudflare)

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain your email address and preferences for as long as you wish to receive alerts. You can unsubscribe at any time by contacting us. Upon unsubscription request, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

8. Your Rights

Under applicable Indian law, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
  • Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Object: Object to processing of your personal data

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Cookies

We use essential cookies for:

  • Website functionality and session management
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Analytics (anonymized usage patterns)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Service functionality.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service contains links to examination provider websites (Goethe-Institut, TELC, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately.

12. International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored on servers located in the European Union (Germany). By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations, which are subject to GDPR protections.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Grievance Officer

In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and rules made thereunder, the Grievance Officer for addressing any complaints or concerns regarding data processing is reachable at: [email protected]

We will acknowledge your complaint within 48 hours and resolve it within 30 days.

15. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: [email protected]