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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 25, 2025

Quick Summary

We collect only what we need to run BountyLabz. Your data is secure, never sold, and you can request deletion anytime. We track video views through official APIs and process payments via Razorpay.

1. Introduction

BountyLabz ("we", "our", or "the Platform") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Name and username
  • Email address
  • UPI ID (for payments)
  • Profile information (avatar, bio)
  • Social media links (YouTube, Instagram)

Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referral source

Third-Party Data

  • Video view counts from YouTube and Instagram
  • Google account information (if using Google Sign-In)
  • Payment information via Razorpay

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To create and manage your account
  • To process bounty submissions and prize distributions
  • To track video views and determine winners
  • To process deposits and withdrawals
  • To communicate with you about your account and bounties
  • To improve our Platform and user experience
  • To prevent fraud and ensure platform security
  • To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Payment processors (Razorpay), hosting providers (Vercel, Supabase)
  • Public Display: Username, profile picture, and submission data are visible to other users
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or acquisition
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS)
  • Secure password hashing
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you signed in
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze Platform usage
  • Prevent fraud

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect Platform functionality.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access

Request a copy of your personal data

Correction

Update or correct inaccurate information

Deletion

Request deletion of your account and data

Portability

Receive your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@bountylabz.com

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After account deletion:

  • Account data is deleted within 30 days
  • Transaction records may be retained for legal/tax purposes (up to 7 years)
  • Anonymized analytics data may be retained indefinitely

9. Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites (YouTube, Instagram, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.

11. International Users

The Platform is operated from India. If you are accessing from outside India, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in India where our servers are located.

12. 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 policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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

Location

India