Privacy

Effective Date: May 9, 2026

1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose of this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Sikhona, Inc. (“Sikhona,” “Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, processes, shares, and protects information obtained through the Sikhona website, mobile applications, communication systems, livestreaming services, marketplaces, monetization systems, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”).

1.2 Company Information

Sikhona, Inc. is a Delaware corporation headquartered in the United States. Sikhona operates community-based social communication platforms that allow users, organizations, creators, athletes, politicians, businesses, ministries, influencers, retailers, and communities to communicate, livestream, monetize content, and interact digitally.

1.3 Acceptance of Policy

By accessing or using the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you must discontinue use of the Platform immediately.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that users voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

  • Full name
  • Username
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Profile photographs
  • Biographical information
  • Payment information
  • Government-issued identification
  • Organization affiliation
  • Business information
  • Social media handles
  • Uploaded content and communications

2.2 User Content

We collect content users upload or create on Sikhona, including:

  • Videos
  • Livestreams
  • Audio recordings
  • Images
  • Text posts
  • Comments
  • Messages
  • Digital products
  • Marketplace listings
  • Gifts and tips
  • Event information
  • Call recordings where permitted by law

2.3 Technical Information

We may automatically collect technical information including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device identifiers
  • Operating system
  • Mobile carrier
  • Application usage data
  • Device settings
  • Referral URLs
  • Geolocation information
  • Cookies and tracking technologies
  • Connection information
  • Network information

2.4 Transaction Information

We may collect financial and transactional information related to:

  • Purchases
  • Subscriptions
  • Tips
  • Gifts
  • Donations
  • Marketplace transactions
  • Monetization activities
  • Payout information
  • Payment history

2.5 Communications Information

We may collect information related to communications occurring on or through the Platform including:

  • Direct messages
  • Video calls
  • Audio calls
  • Livestream chat messages
  • Group communications
  • Customer service communications
  • Emails and SMS interactions

3. How We Use Information

3.1 Service Operations

We use collected information to:

  • Operate and maintain the Platform
  • Authenticate users
  • Provide customer support
  • Enable communications
  • Process transactions
  • Facilitate monetization
  • Deliver livestreaming services
  • Improve user experience

3.2 Safety and Security

We may use information to:

  • Detect fraud
  • Prevent abuse
  • Enforce policies
  • Monitor security risks
  • Protect users and the public
  • Investigate unlawful conduct
  • Comply with legal obligations

3.3 Communications

We may use information to send:

  • Emails
  • SMS messages
  • Push notifications
  • Security alerts
  • Marketing communications
  • Platform announcements
  • Service updates
  • Promotional offers

3.4 Analytics and Improvement

We may analyze information to:

  • Improve platform functionality
  • Develop new features
  • Understand user behavior
  • Enhance performance
  • Conduct business analysis
  • Improve safety systems

3.5 Artificial Intelligence and Automation

Sikhona may utilize artificial intelligence, machine learning, automated moderation systems, analytics systems, recommendation technologies, fraud prevention systems, and operational automation tools for platform functionality, moderation, business operations, safety, and service improvements.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 Use of Cookies

Sikhona may use cookies, pixels, beacons, SDKs, scripts, and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Maintain sessions
  • Authenticate users
  • Improve performance
  • Analyze traffic
  • Store preferences
  • Personalize experiences
  • Prevent fraud

4.2 Browser Controls

Users may disable cookies through browser settings; however, portions of the Platform may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

5.1 General Policy

Sikhona does not sell personal information to third parties for their independent marketing purposes.

5.2 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted vendors, contractors, cloud providers, payment processors, telecommunications providers, hosting providers, livestreaming infrastructure providers, analytics providers, and operational partners that assist in providing services.

5.3 Legal Compliance

We may disclose information:

  • In response to subpoenas
  • Court orders
  • Legal process
  • Government requests
  • Law enforcement investigations
  • National security requests
  • Regulatory requirements

5.4 Business Transactions

Information may be transferred in connection with:

  • Mergers
  • Acquisitions
  • Asset sales
  • Investments
  • Corporate restructuring
  • Bankruptcy proceedings

5.5 Public Content

Content users post publicly on Sikhona may be visible to other users and the public depending on user settings and platform functionality.

6. User Monetization and Payments

6.1 Monetization Systems

Sikhona allows users to monetize interactions, livestreams, subscriptions, calls, products, gifts, tips, memberships, and other activities.

6.2 Revenue Sharing

Users acknowledge and agree that Sikhona may receive a percentage of transactions, monetized content, livestream revenue, gifts, subscriptions, digital sales, marketplace transactions, and related monetization activities occurring on the Platform.

6.3 Third-Party Payment Providers

Financial transactions may be processed by third-party providers. Sikhona is not responsible for errors, failures, interruptions, or security incidents caused by third-party payment systems.

7. User Rights and Choices

7.1 Account Access

Users may access and update certain account information through account settings.

7.2 Marketing Preferences

Users may opt out of certain marketing communications; however, operational and security-related communications may still be sent.

7.3 Account Deletion

Users may request deletion of their accounts, subject to legal, security, operational, fraud prevention, backup, and compliance requirements.

8. Data Retention

8.1 Retention Periods

Sikhona may retain information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Operate the Platform
  • Resolve disputes
  • Prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Enforce agreements
  • Maintain backups and records

8.2 Residual Copies

Deleted content may remain in backups, caches, archives, logs, or operational systems for a period of time.

9. Security

9.1 Security Measures

Sikhona implements commercially reasonable security measures intended to protect information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

9.2 No Absolute Security Guarantee

No internet transmission, digital storage system, or online platform can be guaranteed completely secure. Users acknowledge and accept these risks.

10. Children’s Privacy

10.1 Minor Users

The Platform is not intended for children under the age required by applicable law to independently consent to digital services.

10.2 Parent or Guardian Requests

Where permitted by applicable law, parents or legal guardians may request access to certain information relating to minors after appropriate verification.

11. International Use

11.1 Cross-Border Transfers

Users acknowledge that information may be transferred, processed, and stored in the United States and other countries where Sikhona or its service providers operate.

11.2 International Compliance

Users are responsible for complying with laws applicable in their jurisdictions regarding use of the Platform.

12. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

12.1 No Warranty

The Platform and all related services are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without warranties of any kind.

12.2 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sikhona, Inc., its officers, employees, contractors, consultants, advisors, board members, volunteers, affiliates, licensors, vendors, partners, successors, and agents shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages arising from or related to the use of the Platform or information practices.

12.3 Waiver of Litigation Rights

Users of Sikhona agree, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, to waive certain rights to bring suit, litigation, claims, or legal proceedings against Sikhona, Inc., its officers, employees, contractors, consultants, advisors, board members, vendors, volunteers, affiliates, and partners arising from or related to use of the Platform, information practices, communications, monetization activities, content, or services. Nothing in this Privacy Policy shall limit or waive rights that cannot legally be waived under applicable law.

12.4 Arbitration

Any dispute arising from or related to this Privacy Policy or the Platform shall, where legally enforceable, be resolved through binding arbitration on an individual basis and not through jury trials or class actions except where prohibited by law.

13. Governing Law

13.1 Applicable Law

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of the State of Delaware without regard to conflict of law principles.

13.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal action permitted outside arbitration shall be brought exclusively in the appropriate state or federal courts located in Delaware unless otherwise required by law.

14. Changes to this Privacy Policy

14.1 Policy Updates

Sikhona reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time.

14.2 Continued Use

Continued use of the Platform following updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Information

15.1 Contact Details

Sikhona, Inc.
20130 Lakeview Center Plaza
Ashburn, VA 20147
United States

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sikhona.com