Privacy Policy for IND CLASSIFIEDS

At IND CLASSIFIEDS, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your information when you use our classified application (the "App") and services (the "Services"). By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Profile picture
• If you register using your Google account, we may collect your first name, last name, and email address from there.
• Any other information you choose to provide

Non-Personal Information

• Device information (e.g., device model, operating system)
• IP address
• Browser type
• Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the App)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the App. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and improve our Services: We use your information to operate and maintain the App, process transactions, and provide customer support.
• To personalize your experience: We use your information to tailor content and recommendations to your interests.
• To communicate with you: We may use your information to send you updates, promotional materials, and other information related to the App.
• To ensure security and prevent fraud: We use your information to monitor and protect the App from suspicious activity and security threats.
• To comply with legal obligations: We may use your information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With service providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App and providing our Services. We do not allow them to use your personal data for their own purposes and only permit them to process your personal data for specified purposes.
• With other users: If you post content or engage in transactions on the App, certain information (e.g., your name, profile picture) may be visible to other users.
• For legal reasons: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request.
• In business transfers: If IND CLASSIFIEDS is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.

4. Your Choices and Rights

• Access and update: You can access and update your personal information through your account settings.
• Delete Account Information: You can request the deletion of your account and personal information by following these steps:
  1. Navigate to your profile in the IND CLASSIFIEDS app.
  2. Select "Delete Account" from the profile settings.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm your request.

  Once submitted, we will process your account deletion in accordance with our data retention policies and applicable laws. Please note that some information may be retained for a certain period as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. Deleting your account is an irreversible action, and your data cannot be recovered. If you encounter any issues, please contact us at support@indclassifieds.com.

• Opt-out: You can opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails we send.
• Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Where Do We Store Your Data and For How Long?

Storage Location: Your personal information is stored on secure servers located in data centers operated by reputable third-party service providers.

Data Retention Period: We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Services to you and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. This includes retaining your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The specific retention periods are as follows:

• Account Information: Retained for as long as your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter in case you decide to reactivate your account.
• Communication Data: Retained for 60 Days to manage our ongoing relationship with you and for record-keeping purposes.

Data Deletion: Upon request, we will delete your personal information in accordance with applicable laws and our data retention policies. To request the deletion of your data, please contact us at support@indclassifieds.com.

6. Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement a variety of technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include: 

• Encryption: We use encryption protocols to protect data during transmission and storage.
• Access Controls: Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only and is based on a need-to-know basis.
• Regular Audits: We regularly audit our security practices and update our systems to address potential vulnerabilities.

Please note, despite the measures we have implemented to protect your data, the transfer of data through the Internet or other open networks is never completely secure, and there is a risk that your personal data may be accessed by unauthorized third parties. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for use by children under the age of 18. 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 such information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy on the App. Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

9. 📍 Location Data Collection and Usage

We may collect and use your device's location data to enhance your experience on our platform. This applies to both our mobile app and website.

9.1 What Location Data We Collect

• Precise location data (via GPS, Wi-Fi, or mobile network) when you enable location services on your device.
• Approximate location derived from your IP address if GPS is disabled.

9.2 How We Use Location Data

Your location data is used for:

• Displaying relevant classified listings (e.g., jobs, products, rentals) near your area.
• Helping users post ads with accurate location tagging.
• Personalizing content and recommendations based on your region.
• Improving search results and service quality in your location.

9.3 User Control

You can:

• Enable or disable location access anytime via your device settings.
• Choose to enter your location manually when posting or browsing listings.

9.4 Sharing of Location Data

We do not sell or share your precise location with third parties for marketing. Your data may be shared:

• With service providers (e.g., hosting or analytics) under strict confidentiality.
• As required by law or legal processes.

9.5 Storage and Security

Location data is stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for the purposes above. We follow industry-standard security practices to protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: support@indclassifieds.com

By using IND CLASSIFIEDS, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.