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Great Companies Privacy Policy

Great Companies, having its registered office at Plot No 279, Khalsa Nivas, Near Triveni Nagar, Kurar, Malad East, Mumbai - 400097, is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy applies to all products and/or services offered by Great Companies to all individuals.

 

This Policy explains how we collect, receive, store, disclose, share, and use your personal data for the purpose of your participation and consumption of our products and/or services offered by us through our platform or during any interaction with us, and how you can exercise your privacy rights.

 

Before using our Platform or availing any of our products and/or services, you are advised to carefully read this Policy. If you do

not agree with the terms of this Policy, please do not access this Platform. By visiting and/or using our Platform, you are consenting to the processing of your personal data in the manner set forth in this Policy.

 

1. DATA PRIVACY DISCLAIMER

The scope of this policy is limited to the products and/or services provided by Great Companies within the territory of India and applies to users who request these products and/or services within the Indian territory.

 

2. WHAT PERSONAL DATA DO WE COLLECT ABOUT YOU?

When you interact with us, we collect different types of information from you based on the type of interaction.

“Personal Data” means any data about an individual who is identifiable by or in relation to such data.

“Processing”, “Processed”, “Process” in relation to personal data, means a wholly or partly automated operation or set of operations performed on digital personal data, and includes operations such as collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation, retrieval, use, alignment, or combination, indexing, sharing, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, restriction, erasure, or destruction.

 

We endeavor to collect only such personal data that is reasonably necessary to perform our services for you. When you interact with our Platform or otherwise with us, we may collect the following personal data from you directly:

  1. General Data – your first name, last name, email, mobile number, address, gender, and subscription details;

  2. Authentication – data required for authentication, such as usernames, OTPs, and passwords;

  3. Technical and Network Activity Data – data about your device and your usage of our Platform, including your IP address, device ID, hardware model and version, mobile network information, operating system, and other online identifiers;

  4. Financial Data – payment details (via third-party payment platforms);

  5. Employment Details – your employment details, such as company name, designation, and education qualification (if provided).

You can choose not to provide us with personal data when we ask you for it. If you decide not to provide your personal data, it may restrict our relationship with you.

 

3. HOW DO WE COLLECT YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

Information you directly provide to us:
You may choose to provide us with personal data, which is essential for us to deliver the products and/or services you request. Without this personal data, we may not be able to provide you with all the requested products and/or services. This includes:

  • Using our Platform;

  • Engaging with our team for support or feedback;

  • Subscribing to our services or updates;

  • Asking questions or seeking clarification regarding our products or services.

Information you provide to us voluntarily:
If you send us personal correspondence, such as emails or letters, or if other users or third parties send us correspondence about your activities or postings on the Platform, we may collect and store such data.

Information we collect automatically:
We collect data about you, your interactions with us, as well as data regarding your computer or other devices used to access our Platform. This data may include, but is not limited to:

  • Activities on the Platform, such as type of pages viewed, time spent on pages, and search queries;

  • Geo-location data through IP addresses;

  • Device information like device ID, device model, and other unique identifiers;

  • Data collected via the use of cookies.

Information we collect from other sources:
We may collect or receive data about you from third-party sources, such as:

  • Publicly accessible sources;

  • Marketing and advertising vendors;

  • Social media platforms.

If you connect your social media account to our Platform, you will share certain personal data from your social media account with us. This may include your name, email address, photo, list of social media contacts, and any other data you make accessible to us.

 

4. LAWFUL BASIS FOR PROCESSING YOUR PERSONAL DATA

We will collect personal data by lawful and fair means and, where appropriate, with the knowledge of the individual concerned. We only collect and process personal data about you where we have a lawful basis. Lawful bases on which we would process data from you include:

  • Obtaining explicit consent from you;

  • Processing for legitimate uses where processing is necessary to provide you with our products and/or services, such as:
    (i) To enforce our terms and conditions;
    (ii) To ensure compliance with our legal obligations;
    (iii) To respond to legal claims or requests from public authorities;
    (iv) For legal and compliance reasons, such as the prevention, detection, or investigation of a crime or fraud.

 

5. HOW DO WE USE YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

We use your personal data for the purposes described below or for purposes reasonably compatible with those described:

To manage our relationship with you:

  • Verify your identity and provide our products and/or services;

  • Communicate with you regarding our services, including updates, new features, and content;

  • Invite you to provide feedback or participate in surveys;

  • Personalize your experience when interacting with us;

  • Respond to your queries and provide requested information.

To manage and improve our processes and business operations:

  • Perform data analyses, auditing, and research to improve our Platform and services;

  • Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities to understand user preferences;

  • Manage our network and information systems security.

To achieve other purposes:

  • For legal and regulatory purposes, such as internal and external audits;

  • To gain insights and feedback on our products and/or services from external sources.

 

6. HOW DO WE PROTECT YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security audits.

While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security due to the inherent nature of the internet.

 

7. YOUR RIGHTS IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR PERSONAL DATA

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to access data: Request a summary of the personal data we hold about you;

  • Right to request correction: Request correction of incomplete, inaccurate, or outdated data;

  • Right to request erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, unless retention is necessary for legal or regulatory purposes;

  • Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw your consent for data processing at any time;

  • Right to grievance redressal: Raise concerns or complaints regarding your personal data.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@greatcompanies.in. We may require proof of identity before processing your request.

 

8. SHARING/DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA

We may share your personal data with:

  • Third-party service providers for payment processing;

  • Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law;

  • Affiliates or trusted businesses in the event of a merger, acquisition, or restructuring.

We do not sell your personal data to anyone.

 

9. PERSONAL DATA TRANSFER, STORAGE, AND PROCESSING GLOBALLY

We may transfer your personal data outside India to ensure efficient service delivery. When doing so, we comply with applicable data protection laws and implement necessary safeguards.

 

10. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR PERSONAL DATA?

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, regulatory, and operational requirements. Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

 

11. SAFEGUARDING THE PRIVACY OF CHILDREN

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from minors without verifiable parental consent. If we become aware of such data, we will take steps to delete it.

 

12. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions, comments, or grievances regarding this Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Great Companies
Email: info@greatcompanies.in

If you are not satisfied with our resolution, you may lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India.

 

13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We reserve the right to update this Policy at any time. Any material changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review this Policy regularly.

This Policy was last updated on 6th November 2024.

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