1. Data We Collect

When you visit or interact with our website, we may collect the following categories of personal data:

• Your IP address

• Contact information, including email address and phone number

• Demographic information, interests, and preferences

• Behavioural data related to your use of our website

• Technical data such as browser type and operating system

• Non-personal information which does not identify you directly

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process your data for the following lawful purposes

• To provide and maintain our services

• To personalize your user experience

• To send relevant promotional content (based on your consent)

• To conduct surveys and market research

• To enhance website security and prevent fraud

• To comply with legal obligations

All data processing activities are carried out in accordance with the principles of purpose limitation, data minimization, and accuracy under the DPDP Act.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Your personal data is processed under one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide your data and opt-in to services or communication

• Performance of a Contract: When data is required to deliver services you request

• Legal Obligation: When processing is necessary to comply with applicable laws

• Legitimate Interests: When used to improve our offerings, provided it does not override your rights

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

5. User Rights

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data

• Withdraw Consent at any time (where consent is the basis for processing)

• Nominate a person in case of incapacity or death

• File a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India

• You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable legal requirements

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and serve relevant content. By accepting cookies on our site, you consent to their use. You may disable cookies via your browser settings. For detailed instructions, visit www.taskplanet.org/cookies.

7. Data Security

Task Planet is committed to ensuring your data is secure. We have implemented appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and other threats.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. Task Planet is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing personal information.

9. Data Sharing and Transfer

We do not sell or lease your personal data to any third parties. We may share your data only:

• With service providers or partners who assist in delivering our services (under strict confidentiality)

• If required by law, regulation, or legal process

• With your explicit consent

10. For Global Compliance

While this policy is primarily designed in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) of India, Task Planet also applies internationally recognized data protection principles (such as GDPR standards) to safeguard the rights of our global users.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with the 'Effective Date' updated accordingly. You are encouraged to review this page periodically.

12. Children’s Policy

• We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 18 without the consent of a parent or legal guardian.

• If you are under 18, please do not provide your personal information without parental consent.

• If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without proper consent, we will take steps to delete it immediately.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at: support@taskplanet.org