1. COLLECTION OF INFORMATION

By accessing or using the services provided on this Website or by otherwise providing your information to us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. You expressly consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your Personal Information (as defined herein) in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy, you are advised not to use the Website, subscribe to the services, or provide any information to us.

We may collect information directly from you, through your use of the Website, participation in the HOSTELBAY community, or engagement with our marketing partners. The information collected includes, but is not limited to:

• Personal Information: Information provided at the time of registration or otherwise, such as name, address, email address, property photos, bank details, and contact number, that identifies or can be used to identify or contact you.
• Automatically Collected Data: Data such as your device's operating system, domain name, IP address, and other technical information automatically captured when you access the Website.

2. USE OF INFORMATION

The information collected may be used for the following purposes:

• Provision of services and enhancing user experience.
• Monitoring, analyzing, and improving the quality of the services and Website functionality.
• Addressing technical issues and diagnosing problems.
• Retaining basic information for user access and identity verification.
• Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Sending administrative notices and service-related alerts.
• Market research, troubleshooting, fraud prevention, and enforcing terms of use.

In the event of a sale, merger, acquisition, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred to a third party as part of the transaction.

3. SHARING OF INFORMATION

The Company may share your Personal Information in the following instances:

• With Service Providers: For the purpose of enabling third-party services necessary for our operations.
• For Advertising: Sharing limited information with third-party platforms for targeted advertising, including Google and social media websites.
• Referrals: If you share a service via email with a friend, their contact information may be used solely for this purpose.
• Third-Party Websites: Links to external websites are provided for convenience, and the Company assumes no responsibility for their privacy practices.

4. SECURITY OF INFORMATION

We employ commercially reasonable measures to safeguard your Personal Information against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes managerial, technical, and physical protections.

While we strive to protect your data, inherent risks exist in data transmission over the internet. By using the Website, you acknowledge and accept these risks. In the event of a security breach, we will take appropriate action to address the issue and notify affected parties as necessary.

5. EXCLUSIONS

This Privacy Policy does not apply to:

• Information provided outside the scope of this policy, including unsolicited or publicly shared information.
• Data security and confidentiality practices of third-party service providers or partners outside the Company's direct control.

6. DATA RETENTION

We retain your Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce agreements.

7. RIGHT TO WITHDRAW CONSENT

You may withdraw your consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of your Personal Information at any time by notifying the Company in writing or through the functionalities provided on the Website.

8. RIGHT TO CORRECTION

You are responsible for maintaining accurate information. Should any inaccuracies arise, you may update or correct your information by contacting the Company.

9. ACCESS OUTSIDE INDIA

Users accessing the Website outside India are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable local laws. The Company assumes no liability for use of the Website in violation of such laws.

10. NOTIFICATION OF CHANGES

The Company reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at its discretion. Any changes will become effective upon posting on the Website. Users are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy periodically.

11. CONTACTS PERMISSION

Upon registration, you may be asked for access to your contact details. This access enables us to notify you of properties posted by your acquaintances or to help you identify suitable housing options. Access to your contacts will only be used for these specific purposes unless otherwise permitted.

CONTACT US

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