Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At AdLanka.lk, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is automatically collected when you use our services.

Information You Provide

• Account information (phone number, email address)
• Profile information (name, location)
• Ad content (titles, descriptions, images, contact details)
• Payment information for premium services
• Communications with our support team
• Feedback and survey responses

Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and approximate location
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, clicks)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Referral source (how you found our website)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process your advertisements and account requests
• Personalize your experience based on your location and preferences
• Show you relevant ads based on your city and browsing history
• Communicate with you about your account and our services
• Send you important updates, security alerts, and support messages
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

4. Information Visibility

When you post an advertisement on AdLanka.lk, certain information becomes publicly visible:

• •Ad title, description, and images
• •Contact information you choose to include
• •Location/district information
• •Category and service details

Please be mindful of the information you include in your advertisements and only share what you are comfortable making public.

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers

  With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform (hosting, analytics, payment processing).

• Legal Requirements

  When required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights and safety.

• Business Transfers

  In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

• With Your Consent

  We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Keep you logged into your account
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve our services and user experience
• Provide personalized content and advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• •Provide our services to you
• •Comply with legal obligations
• •Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• •Maintain business records as required by law

When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access:Request a copy of your personal data we hold
• Correction:Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion:Request deletion of your account and personal data
• Portability:Request your data in a portable format
• Objection:Object to certain processing of your data
• Withdrawal:Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our feedback form.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.