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Privacy Policy

Innovative India (IOI) understands that privacy is of utmost importance to its users. Therefore, IOI is committed to safeguarding users’ information and providing a secure online environment. This Privacy Policy underlines the types of personal information collected, utilization of this information, disclosure, data security measures, and changes to this Privacy Policy. IOI values the trust users place in us by sharing their personal data, and we are committed to using this data responsibly.

Information We Collect

IOI collects and processes the following information:

  • Personal Information: This includes information directly provided by the user, such as name, email address, phone number, and residential address. This information is crucial for us to provide personalized services and maintain communication with our users.
  • Usage Information: Details regarding a user’s interactions with the services, including the date and time, features used, search queries, clicks and pages viewed. This information helps us understand user behavior, improve our services, and provide a more tailored experience.
  • Device Information: Certain information about the user’s device, including IP address, web browser type, mobile operating system version, phone carrier and manufacturer, application installations, device identifiers, mobile advertising identifiers, and push notification tokens. This information aids in improving the functionality and security of our services.
  • Transaction Information: If a user makes a purchase or accepts a service offer, IOI collects information about the transaction, such as product details, purchase price, and the date and location of the transaction. This information is necessary for processing transactions and providing customer support.

How We Use Your Information

IOI uses the collected information to:

  • IOI uses the collected information to:
  • Provide, maintain, and improve the services. We strive to offer a seamless and efficient experience to all our users.
  • Process transactions and send related information, including purchase confirmations and invoices. This ensures transparency and timely communication regarding any transactions.
  • Respond to the user’s comments, questions, and requests and provide customer service. We value our users’ feedback and queries, and aim to provide prompt and effective customer service.
  • Communicate with the user about products, services, offers, promotions, and events, and provide news and information deemed to be of interest to the user. We believe in keeping our users informed and updated.
  • Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities related to the services. This helps us understand our performance, user preferences, and areas for improvement.
  • Verify the user’s identity and prevent fraud. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all our users.

IOI may disclose user information under certain circumstances:

  • Third-Party Vendors: IOI shares user information with third-party vendors and service providers that provide services on IOI’s behalf, such as payment processing, data analysis, marketing services, email and hosting services. We ensure that all third-party vendors adhere to strict data protection standards.
  • Safety, Legal Matters, and Law enforcement: IOI will share personal data with government authorities and/or law enforcement officials if required for the purposes of the prevention, detection, or prosecution of criminal activities. We cooperate with authorities while ensuring the privacy rights of our users are respected.

Data Security

IOI prioritizes the protection of user’s information, implementing various security measures to maintain the safety of personal data:

  • Encryption of certain data using secure socket layer technology (SSL). This technology ensures that your data is secure during transmission.
  • Regular review of information collection, storage, and processing practices, including physical security measures. We constantly update our security measures in line with technological advancements.
  • Restricting access to personal information to IOI employees, contractors, and agents who are subject to strict contractual confidentiality obligations. We believe in a ‘need-to-know’ principle when it comes to accessing personal data.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

IOI reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy periodically, at the discretion of IOI or as may be required by law. Changes will be posted on the website along with the updated date at the bottom. Users are encouraged to check occasionally for any changes. We believe in maintaining transparency about how we use your data, and we will keep you informed about any significant changes to this policy.

PR Activity Disclosure U/s. 131 (2) B

1. Information Collected During Business Vetting and PR Services:

During our business vetting process and the provision of PR services, we may collect personal information related to the businesses and their representatives. This information may include contact details such as names, email addresses, and phone numbers, as well as details about the business operations, financial information, and other relevant data. This information is used to assess the suitability of businesses for our services, to facilitate our PR services, and to maintain communication with the businesses. The collected information is stored securely in accordance with our data security measures.

2. Information Collected During the Nomination and Awards Process:

In the course of our nomination and awards process, we collect personal information from those who nominate businesses or who are involved in businesses that are nominated. This information, which may include names, contact details, and affiliations with the nominated businesses, is used to facilitate the nomination and awards processes, to communicate with the nominators and nominees, and to publicize the awards.

3. Use of Collected Information for PR and Marketing:

The information we collect, including personal information and business-related information, may be used for PR and marketing purposes. This could involve creating press releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials that highlight the achievements and positive impact of the businesses we work with. Any use of personal information for these purposes is done with the explicit consent of the individuals involved.

4. Third-Party Sharing During PR and Marketing Activities:

As part of our PR and marketing activities, we may share certain information with third-party vendors. These vendors provide services on our behalf, such as marketing services, email and hosting services, and customer services. The information shared with these vendors is limited to what is necessary for them to provide their services and is subject to contractual agreements that ensure the protection of the information.

5. Data Retention Specifics:

We retain the personal data collected during the business vetting, PR services, and the nomination and awards process for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The specific retention period may vary depending on the type of data and the purposes for which it was collected.

6. Contact Information for Privacy-Related Inquiries:

If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, or if you would like to exercise any of your rights related to your personal data, you can contact us at [insert contact information]. We are committed to protecting your privacy and will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.

This Privacy Policy is in accordance with the guidelines provided by the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, India. We are committed to adhering to all relevant legal requirements and best practices in data protection.