Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2024
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We collect the following personal information when you register and use our Service:
- Mobile phone number (for authentication)
- Full name
- Email address (optional)
- Date of birth and gender
- Location (state and city)
1.2 Study Participation Data
When you participate in studies, we may collect:
- Study responses and feedback
- Study completion status
- Reward information
- Study preferences and interests
1.3 Technical Information
We automatically collect:
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- IP address and location data
- Usage patterns and preferences
- Cookies and similar technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Account Management: To create and maintain your account
- Study Matching: To match you with relevant research studies
- Communication: To send study invitations and updates
- Rewards: To process and track study rewards
- Service Improvement: To improve our platform and services
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
3. Information Sharing
3.1 Research Partners
We may share your study responses with research partners, but only in anonymized or aggregated form. Your personal information is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
3.2 Service Providers
We work with trusted service providers who help us operate our platform. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and may only use your information to provide services to us.
3.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure data storage practices
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
6. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability: Request transfer of your data
- Objection: Object to certain processing activities
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website usage and performance
- Provide personalized content and features
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
9. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@rupinion.com
- Phone: +91-22-1234-5678
- Address: 123 Innovation Street, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001