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Privacy Policy

Effective date: May 21, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how GuruTyping (operated under the brand "GuruTyping", accessible at https://gurutyping.com) collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our typing test platform.

1. Information We Collect

When you use GuruTyping, we may collect:

  • Account information: Name, email address, mobile number, and password (encrypted) when you sign up.
  • Test data: Your typing test attempts, including WPM, accuracy, time taken, and the text you typed.
  • Usage data: Pages visited, features used, browser type, and approximate location (from IP address) for analytics.
  • Communication: Messages you send via our contact form.
  • Payment information: If you subscribe to a paid plan, payment processing is handled by Razorpay. We don't store your card details.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide, maintain, and improve our typing test service
  • To track your progress and show you analytics on your dashboard
  • To process subscription payments and send transaction receipts
  • To respond to your queries and support requests
  • To send important account notifications (password reset, plan changes)
  • To detect and prevent fraud or abuse of our service
  • To comply with legal obligations

3. Data Security

We use industry-standard security practices including:

  • Password hashing using bcrypt
  • HTTPS encryption for all data in transit
  • Secure session cookies with HttpOnly and SameSite flags
  • Regular security updates of our hosting infrastructure

However, no system is 100% secure. We can't guarantee absolute security but we work hard to protect your data.

4. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you logged in (session cookies)
  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand how the site is used (analytics cookies)

You can disable cookies in your browser, but parts of the site may stop working.

5. Sharing With Third Parties

We don't sell your personal data. We share information only with:

  • Razorpay (payment processor) — for subscription payments
  • Hostinger (our hosting provider) — for storing site data
  • Google Analytics (if used) — for understanding site usage
  • Law enforcement — only if legally required (court order, etc.)

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Export your data (test history, profile)
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, email us at info@gurutyping.com.

7. Children's Privacy

GuruTyping is intended for users 13 years and older. We don't knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we discover such data, we'll delete it promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most recent version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact us: