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Privacy Policy Squalix

This Privacy Policy describes how Web Squalix collects, uses, and discloses information about you when you use our website and associated services. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described herein.

This Policy aligns with the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 of India.

Privacy First

We protect all Personal Information you share with us.

No Sale of Data

We do not sell, rent, or give away your Personal Information.

Minimal Collection

We collect only what’s necessary to improve your experience.

User Control

Manage privacy settings, delete chats, block users, and withdraw consent anytime.

Secure by Design

State-of-the-art encryption and secure servers protect your data.

Child Safety

Our services are not targeted to children; users must be 18+.

Introduction

Your privacy is vital to us. Web Squalix follows globally recognized privacy and data protection principles to safeguard your Personal Information—any data that can identify you (e.g., name, address, email, contact details, or uploaded pictures).

You can visit our Site anonymously. If you share Personal Information, we protect it with advanced security measures and never disclose it to unauthorized parties.

Legal Basis for Processing

Your explicit consent for specific purposes
Legitimate interests (fraud prevention, security, record-keeping)
Performance of contractual obligations

You may withdraw consent at any time, and we will stop processing data for that purpose.

Information We Collect & How We Use It

Web Squalix collects and stores data to enhance service functionality, personalize experiences, provide support, and comply with legal obligations.

We Do NOT Collect

Financial or payment information
Government identification numbers
Non-public phonebook/contact data
Health data or SMS/call-related data
Device inventory, microphone access, or persistent device identifiers
Background data collection when users are inactive

Limited Collection

Camera Access: Users can upload photos via our chat box. These are encrypted by default, stored securely, and never used commercially or sold to third parties.

Use of Data

Improve service functionality
Personalize user experience
Display relevant advertising
Provide customer support
Comply with legal obligations
Enable messaging & chat

Users create usernames with public or private privacy settings. You can search users, add contacts, delete chats, and block users—giving you full control.

Security

Web Squalix employs strong security measures to protect your Personal Information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

Your Role

Guard your username and password—do not share them.
No one can access or edit your data without these credentials.

Data Security Practices

Secure servers & encryption
Industry-standard procedures for storage & transport of PII
Compliance with all applicable Indian data protection laws

Note: No internet transmission is 100% secure, but we strive to use commercially acceptable protection methods.

Notice to Parents

Services are not targeted at children; users must be 18+.
We encourage parents to guide children (under 18) on safe Personal Information use.
The Site does not publish harmful, derogatory, or pornographic content.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors under 18.
If a child provides data without consent, contact contact@squalix.com so we can remove the information and terminate the account.

User Privacy & Cookies

We use cookies to:

Recognize users & store preferences
Collect statistical data
Track service usage

Most browsers accept cookies automatically. You can configure settings to refuse cookies, but some features may not function properly.

Third-Party Cookies

Ad companies (e.g., Google, Facebook) may place cookies for targeted advertising across websites.

Your Rights

Access, restrict, object to, or withdraw consent for data processing
File complaints with the adjudicating authority
Request full access to or deletion of your user data

What We Do With Information You Share

Newsletters: Your email address is used for updates, satisfaction questionnaires, and service announcements.

Disclosure Without Notice: We only disclose information without prior notice if required by law or to:

Comply with legal process
Protect the Site’s rights or property
Protect the personal safety of users or the public

Confidentiality & Security

Access is limited to employees who need it to provide services.
We comply with relevant technology laws and industry standards.
Industry-standard protection is applied during transmission and storage.

Privacy Policy Concerns & Grievance Redressal

For questions or concerns about this Policy or your data, please contact:

contact@squalix.com

Contact Person

Manpreet Singh

We employ commercially reasonable efforts to address contraventions. Terms may be updated anytime; continued use implies acceptance.