Last Updated: 30 September, 2024
Website
Our website address is: https://pocketsapp.com and https://pocketsapp.com
Our Policy
At Pockets App, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, share, and safeguard your Personal Information gathered through our Pockets mobile application and website. It also outlines your rights and choices regarding your Personal Information and how you can contact us with questions or concerns.
This Privacy Policy applies to the entire contents of the website and the Android application named “Pockets” (collectively referred to as “Pockets App,” “Portal,” or “Services”).
Anyone using the Pockets App or any of its features, including participation in various activities conducted in the Pockets App, shall be bound by this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully before using Pockets App. By accessing the Pockets App or Portal and/or registering, you accept and agree to the terms of this Policy. If you do not accept these terms, you will not be allowed to access Pockets App.
You are responsible for keeping your information accurate and updated. However, requests to delete information are subject to our internal reporting, processing, and retention policies, as well as applicable legal obligations.
By using the Services, you agree to the processing of your Personal Information as described in this Privacy Policy. Your use of the Service is also subject to our Terms of Service.
Information We Collect
For the purpose of this Privacy Policy, “Personal Information” refers to any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual. We obtain Personal Information from various sources described below.
Where applicable, we indicate whether you must provide us with your Personal Information and the consequences of not doing so. If you do not provide requested Personal Information, you may not be able to benefit from our Service if that information is necessary for us to provide it or if we are legally required to collect it.
Personal Information You Provide Us
(a) Registration: To access full features on Pockets App, you may need to register and submit the following types of Personal Information:
– Name
– Phone number
– Email ID
(b) Additional Information: To provide you access to the Pockets App features and services and to verify your identity for KYC and payouts, you may be required to furnish additional information, including:
– Adhaar details
– PAN details
– Bank details
– UPI wallet details
(c) Communications: If you contact us directly, we may receive additional information about you, such as your name, email address, phone number, the content, date, and time of your message, and any attachments you send.
(d) We may collect personal information if you create an account, agree to our terms and conditions, and accept the Policy while accessing the Pockets App. You may also need to fill out a feedback form, sign up, or contact us for communications.
(e) We may collect and process information such as names, email addresses, and contact details based on your activity during promotions related to the Pockets App and other public information you have provided to third parties like Facebook, Google, Twitter, etc.
(f) Payment methods may include e-wallets and other online payment options, where we may require you to provide your billing address and other payment settlement details. By using these services, you consent to provide this information and authorize us to use it as necessary to sustain the services related to the Pockets App.
(g) We may collect information from the devices you use to access our Website, depending on the permissions granted. We may also associate information from different devices to provide consistent services.
(h) We collect details of your visits to our Portal, including but not limited to traffic data, location data, weblogs, and other communication data, whether required for billing or otherwise.
(i) You consent to provide any sensitive personal data required by us as per the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.
Personal Information Obtained from Third Parties
Friend Referrals: We may offer you the opportunity to invite friends to use the Pockets App. If you use our referral service, you will be asked to allow the Pockets App to access your contacts. You must consent to the Pockets App contacting your friends with information about our services. You confirm that you have your friend’s consent to share their information and will not provide referral information for anyone not permitted to use Pockets App, including minors or individuals whose accounts have been suspended.
How We Use Your Personal Information
(a) We may use information collected from you to serve various purposes, including but not limited to:
– Alerting you to new features, events, products, or services
– Processing and responding to your requests or feedback
– Contacting you about your account or profile
– Improving our website and creating marketing plans
– Implementing fraud protection and risk reduction measures
– Enforcing our terms of service
– Processing payment fees
– Any other reason for which you provided the information
(b) We do not share user data, but we may use third-party services to support our Portal. These third parties may use your data to send notifications or manage other aspects of the Portal, subject to their privacy policies.
(c) By using the Portal, you grant consent to the collection, use, and storage of your information by Pockets App. We reserve the right to share, disclose, and transfer information with our users, influencers, or affiliates. In the event of a sale or transfer of our business assets, your information may be shared as part of the transaction. We also reserve the right to disclose personal information as required by law or to protect our rights and interests.
How We Share Your Personal Information
(a) We may disclose information collected about you through the Pockets App to:
– Service providers and third-party partners who help provide the Portal
– Third parties for their marketing purposes
– Third parties for analytics or to confirm/update your information
– Third parties during reorganizations, mergers, or sales of our operations
– Any other parties as authorized by you
(b) We may also share your personal information in response to legal orders or official requests, if you violate our Terms & Conditions, or to investigate suspected illegal activities.
(c) We may share non-personally identifiable information with third parties for analysis and improvement of services. De-identified information may also be shared with advertisers and partners for similar purposes.
(d) If you participate in activities in the Pockets App, the rules may specify that your information will be shared with third parties with your consent.
Collection of Information – Methods
(a) The Pockets App and API servers automatically receive and record non-personal information from your use of the website and other analyses.
(b) We may collect information using cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies. When you visit the Portal, your browser may store cookies to improve navigation.
(c) Our web servers may automatically collect limited information about your device’s connection to the Internet, including your IP address. This information does not identify you personally and is used to tailor our Portal to user interests.
(d) We may access information from social media platforms, including user identifiers, age range, gender, interests, and other non-personal information, and combine it with personal information.
Personal Information We Collect Automatically
We collect information about you based on:
– Information you supply
– Information tracked during your navigation on Pockets App
By using the Portal, you consent to the collection, use, disclosure, and transfer of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Pockets App or website.
Security
(a) We employ security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access and to prevent unlawful processing. Your personal information is a priority for us, and data on our secure pages is encrypted.
(b) Your personal information will be encrypted in transit. Our servers use encryption technology to protect your information.
(c) While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee complete security online. You accept the risks associated with internet use.
Data Retention
We take measures to delete your Personal Information when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which we process it, unless legally required to retain it.
Use of Services by Children
The Pockets App is intended for individuals aged 18 and above. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use the application or website. Parents or guardians who believe we may have collected personal information from their child should contact us immediately.
Applicable Law and Jurisdiction
By using the Pockets App, you agree that the laws of the Republic of India govern this Privacy Policy. Any disputes arising will be subject to the dispute resolution process outlined in our Terms and Conditions.
Update to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates the last revision. Material changes may be communicated through our services or via email. We encourage you to read this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of our services signifies acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
(a) You are responsible for keeping your information current. You may update your information by using edit option in Pockets App. We will make reasonable efforts to process any changes, subject to our internal policies.
(b) We may use customer information for new, unanticipated uses not previously disclosed. If our information practices change in the future, we will notify you before using the data.
(c) We may periodically review and change our privacy policy to reflect new practices. Any
use of information will always be consistent with the policy under which it was collected.
Conditions of Use
Pockets App will not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the Portal or mobile application, including compensatory, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. In no event will our liability exceed INR 1000.
Feedback and Suggestions
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us at: help@pocketsapp.com