Privacy Policy

Introduction

We (“we”, “us”, “our”) take the protection of the data of users (“Users” or “you”) of our website and/or mobile application (the “Website” and/or the “Mobile App”) very seriously and are committed to protecting the information that Users provide to us in connection with the use of our Website and/or Mobile App (collectively, the “Digital Assets”). Furthermore, we are committed to protecting and using your data in compliance with applicable law.

This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information through your use of our Digital Assets (the “Services”) when you access the Services via your devices.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully and ensure that you fully understand our practices regarding your data before using our Services. If you have read and fully understood this Policy and do not agree with our practices, you must discontinue use of our Digital Assets and Services. By using our Services, you acknowledge the terms of this Privacy Policy. Your continued use of the Services constitutes your acceptance of this Privacy Policy and any amendments thereto.

In this Privacy Policy, you will learn about:

How we collect data
What data we collect
Why we collect this data
To whom we disclose the data
Where the data is stored
How long the data is retained
How we protect the data
How we handle minors

Updates or Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time at our sole discretion. The version published on the Website is always the current version (see “Last Updated” date). We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly for any changes. In the event of material changes, we will post a notice on our Website. Your continued use of the Services following notification of changes constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of such changes.

What Data Do We Collect?

Category: Always

We may collect the following types of data:

Non-identifiable and non-identifiable information that you provide during the registration process or that is collected through the use of our Services (“Non-Personal Data”). Non-Personal Data does not allow us to identify the individual from whom it was collected. The Non-Personal Data we collect primarily consists of technical and aggregated usage information.

Individually identifiable information, meaning information that identifies you or could reasonably be used to identify you (“Personal Data”). Personal Data that we may collect through our Services may include information requested from time to time, such as names, email addresses, mailing addresses, phone numbers, IP addresses, and more. If we combine Personal Data with Non-Personal Data, we will treat the combined data as Personal Data for as long as it remains combined.

How Do We Collect Data?

Category: Always

We use the following primary methods to collect data:

We collect data through your use of our Services. When you visit our Digital Assets and use our Services, we may collect, record, and store usage, session, and related information.
We collect data that you provide directly to us, for example when you contact us via a communication channel (e.g., an email with comments or feedback).
We may collect data from third-party sources, as described below.
We collect data that you provide when registering for our Services through a third-party provider such as Facebook or Google.

Why Do We Collect This Data?

Category: Always

We may use your data for the following purposes:

To provide and operate our Services
To develop, customize, and improve our Services
To respond to your feedback, inquiries, and requests and provide assistance
To analyze usage patterns and demand
For internal, statistical, and research purposes
To enhance our data security and fraud prevention capabilities
To investigate violations and enforce our terms and policies and comply with applicable law, regulations, or governmental requests
To send you updates, notices, promotional materials, and other information related to our Services

You may choose not to receive promotional emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in those emails.

To Whom Do We Disclose the Data?

Category: Always

We may share your data with our service providers in order to operate our Services (e.g., third-party hosting providers, technical support providers, etc.).

We may also disclose your data in the following circumstances:

To investigate, detect, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities or other wrongdoing
To establish or exercise our rights of defense
To protect our rights, property, or personal safety and that of our users or the public
In the event of a change in control (e.g., merger, acquisition, or sale of substantially all assets)
To collect, store, and/or manage your data through authorized third-party service providers (e.g., cloud service providers) as reasonably necessary for business purposes
To collaborate with third parties to improve your user experience

For the avoidance of doubt, we may transfer, share, or otherwise use Non-Personal Data at our discretion.

Category: User Has a Blog or Forum

Please note that our Services may enable social interactions (e.g., publicly posting content, information, and comments, and chatting with other users). Any content or data you provide in these areas may be read, collected, and used by others. We recommend that you do not post or share information that you do not wish to make public.

Uploading content to our Digital Assets or otherwise providing content in connection with the use of a Service is done at your own risk. We cannot control the actions of other users or members of the public who may have access to your data or content. You acknowledge that copies of your data may remain accessible even after deletion on cached or archived pages or if third parties have copied or stored your content.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

When you visit or access our Services, we may authorize third parties to use web beacons, cookies, pixel tags, scripts, and other technologies and analytics services (“Tracking Technologies”). These Tracking Technologies may allow third parties to automatically collect your data to enhance your navigation experience, optimize performance, provide a customized user experience, and for security and fraud prevention purposes.

For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

Category: User Is NOT Connected to an Advertising Service

We will not share your email address or other Personal Data with advertising companies or advertising networks without your consent.

Category: User Is Connected to an Advertising Service / Campaign Manager / Facebook Ads

We may display advertisements through our Services and Digital Assets (including websites and applications using our Services), which may be tailored to you, for example based on your recent browsing behavior.

To deliver these advertisements, we may use cookies, JavaScript, web beacons (including clear GIFs), HTML5 local storage, and other technologies. We may also engage third parties such as network advertisers to display targeted ads. These third parties may use their own tracking technologies to measure advertising effectiveness and personalize content. Such technologies are subject to the respective third party’s privacy policy and not this one.

Where Is the Data Stored?

Category: Always – Non-Personal Data

Our company and our trusted partners and service providers are located worldwide. For the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, we may store and process Non-Personal Data in various jurisdictions.

Category: User Collects Personal Data – Personal Data

Personal Data may be maintained, processed, and stored in the United States, Ireland, South Korea, Taiwan, Israel, and, where necessary for the proper provision of our Services and/or as required by law, in other jurisdictions.

How Long Is the Data Retained?

Category: Always

We retain collected data for as long as necessary to provide our Services, comply with legal and contractual obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

We may correct, supplement, or delete inaccurate or incomplete data at our discretion at any time.

How Do We Protect the Data?

Category: Always

Our hosting provider supplies the online platform through which we offer our Services. Your data may be stored through our hosting provider’s data storage, databases, and general applications. They store your data on secure servers behind a firewall and provide secure HTTPS access to most areas of their Services.

Category: User Accepts Payments / eCommerce

All payment options offered by us and our hosting provider comply with PCI-DSS standards as managed by the PCI Security Standards Council (including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover). PCI-DSS requirements ensure the secure handling of credit card information.

Category: Always

Despite the measures taken by us and our hosting provider, we cannot and do not guarantee absolute protection or security of any data you upload, publish, or otherwise transmit to us or others.

We encourage you to use strong passwords and avoid sending confidential information via email or instant messaging, as these are not secure communication channels.

How Do We Handle Minors?

Category: No Data Collected from Minors

Our Services are not intended for users who have not reached the legal age of majority. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you are a minor, you should not use our Services or provide us with any information.

We reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. If we become aware that a minor is using our Services, we may restrict access and delete any stored data.

Category: Data Collected from Minors

Children may use our Services; however, certain features may require the provision of specific information. If we knowingly collect data from a child, we will provide notice and obtain parental consent in accordance with applicable law. We will not require a child to provide more information than reasonably necessary.

Parents may review, request deletion of, or restrict further collection of their child’s data by contacting us.

Legal Bases for Processing (EU Residents)

We will only use your Personal Data for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy and only where we believe that:

The use is necessary to perform or enter into a contract
The use is necessary to comply with a legal obligation
The use is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided this is proportionate and respects your privacy rights

As an EU resident, you have the right to:

Request confirmation of whether your Personal Data is processed
Access your stored Personal Data
Request receipt of your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format
Request correction of your Personal Data
Request deletion of your Personal Data
Object to processing
Request restriction of processing
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

These rights are not absolute and may be subject to legitimate interests and legal requirements.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you may have the right under the CCPA to request access to and deletion of your data.

We do not sell users’ Personal Data for purposes of the CCPA.

California residents under 18 who have posted content may request removal by contacting us with the subject line “California Removal Request,” including sufficient detail to locate the material.

Contact

If you have any general questions about the Services or the data we collect and how we use it, please contact us:

Name:

Robert W. Elliott

Address:

S. No. 34/12 Flat No. 2 Wing A, Shriniwas Villa

Erandawana, 411004 Pune, Maharashtra, India

Email:

robert@ciclimited.com

Disclaimer

The information provided herein does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Legal requirements may vary by jurisdiction. You are responsible for ensuring that your Services comply with applicable law.

We strongly recommend seeking professional legal advice to ensure full compliance with your specific legal obligations.