Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 8, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how LankaConnect (“we”, “us”, “our”)
collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when
you use our website lankaconnect.com and related
services (the “Platform”).

LankaConnect is a community platform for the Sri Lankan community in Israel,
providing news, events, a community marketplace, courses, and legal and
rights information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling
your data in accordance with the Israeli Protection of Privacy Law,
5741-1981, and its regulations.

1. Who We Are

The Platform is operated by
H.E. Elhmra News & Advertising Ltd.
(Company Reg. No. 515916534), based in Israel.

Email: privacy@lankaconnect.com

Phone / WhatsApp: 050-5223306

Address: Rama, LankaConnect Complex, Main Road 110, Israel

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account registration information (username, name, email address, and encrypted password).
Phone number and/or WhatsApp number.
Marketplace listings and advertisements.
Newsletter subscriptions and notification preferences.
Communications submitted through forms, email, or support requests.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

IP address
Browser type
Device type
Operating system
Pages viewed
Visit dates and times

This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies.

3. How We Use Your Information

Create and manage your account.
Verify your identity.
Operate the marketplace and display listings.
Send news, updates, event information, and notifications.
Respond to inquiries and provide support.
Improve the Platform and develop new features.
Maintain security and prevent fraud or misuse.
Comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

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

Public Content: Listings and advertisements you publish,
including any contact information you choose to display.
Service Providers: Trusted third parties that help us
operate the Platform.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order,
or competent authority.

5. Cookies

The Platform uses cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in,
remember your preferences, measure usage, and improve your experience.

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Google Analytics / Google Site Kit
To measure and analyze website traffic and usage.
OneSignal
To deliver push notifications.
Facebook / Instagram (Meta) Pixel
To measure content and advertising effectiveness.

These providers may process information outside Israel according to their
own privacy policies.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our
services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce
agreements. When information is no longer required, it is deleted or
anonymized.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your
information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet
transmission or storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

9. Your Rights

Under the Israeli Protection of Privacy Law, you have the right to:

Request access to your personal information.
Request correction of inaccurate information.
Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal obligations.
Unsubscribe from newsletters or notifications at any time.

10. Children

The Platform is intended for adults aged 18 and older.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Significant changes will be reflected by updating the
“Last updated” date and, where appropriate, notifying users through the Platform.

12. Contact Us

H.E. Elhmra News & Advertising Ltd.

Rama, LankaConnect Complex, Main Road 110, Israel

Email: privacy@lankaconnect.com

Phone / WhatsApp: 050-5223306