Privacy Policy – Citeulike India
Your privacy is our utmost priority. At Citeulike, we are committed to protecting the personal data of our Indian users in full compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and the Information Technology Act, 2000. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our site.
1. Data Fiduciary (The Responsible Entity)
Citeulike.org acts as the "Data Fiduciary." If you have any questions regarding how your data is processed or wish to exercise your rights, you can reach our team at: contact@citeulike.org.
2. Types of Data We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide you with a high-quality, personalized informational experience:
- Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, device information, and navigation patterns (collected via cookies).
- Communication Data: If you contact us via email, we collect your email address and the contents of your message to provide a response.
- What we DO NOT collect: We never ask for or store sensitive financial data, bank account details, UPI IDs, or gambling history. These are managed solely by the third-party operators you choose to visit.
3. Purpose of Data Processing
We process your data based on "Legitimate Use" and "Consent" for the following reasons:
- Analytics: To understand which casino reviews are most helpful to Indian players and improve our content.
- Support: To respond to your queries and feedback.
- Compliance: To prevent fraudulent activity and ensure our site remains secure.
4. Third-Party Affiliate Links
Our website contains links to external online casinos. Once you click these links and leave Citeulike.org, we no longer have control over your data. We strongly advise you to read the Privacy Policy of each individual casino before sharing any personal or financial information with them.
5. Your Rights as a "Data Principal"
Under India’s DPDP Act, you have specific rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: You can request a summary of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Correction/Erasure: You can ask us to update or delete your information.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can opt-out of data collection at any time.
- Grievance Redressal: You have the right to lodge a complaint if you feel your data is being handled improperly.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL encryption, to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure of your data.
7. Grievance Officer
In compliance with Indian regulations, if you have any unresolved concerns regarding your privacy, you may contact our designated team at contact@citeulike.org. We aim to resolve all grievances within the timeframe stipulated by local law.
