Who we are
We are an online platform that offers kids a variety of imaginative and engaging activities that promote discovery, experiential learning, and information acquisition. Our website address is: www.curiobuddy.com
User’s Privacy Statement
1. Introduction:
CurioBuddy (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all users, especially children. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard the personal information we collect through our website and platform (“Services”).
2. Definitions:
- Personal information: Any information that can be used to identify an individual, such as name, email address, phone number, and IP address.
- Sensitive personal information: A subset of personal information that requires stricter protection due to its nature, such as religious beliefs, health information, and biometric data.
- Children: Individuals under the age of 13 as defined by Indian regulations.
3. Information Collection & Use:
Personal information:
We collect personal information in various ways through our Services, including:
- User registration: Name, email address, age, username, and password.
- User-generated content: Stories, poems, artwork, comments, and profiles.
- Device information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
- Usage data: Information about how users interact with our Services, such as pages visited, features used, and time spent.
We use this information for the following legitimate purposes:
- Providing and managing user accounts: Ensuring secure access and managing user preferences.
- Delivering and personalizing our Services: Tailoring content and recommendations based on user interests and activities.
- Moderating content and ensuring safety: Filtering inappropriate content and maintaining a safe environment for all users.
- Communicating with users: Sending account-related notifications, responding to inquiries, and providing customer support.
- Improving our Services: Analyzing usage data to improve functionality and user experience.
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above and comply with legal requirements.
Sensitive personal information:
We do not collect any sensitive personal information through our Services unless explicitly required for specific purposes (e.g., parental consent verification). If such collection occurs, we obtain explicit consent from users and adhere to stricter regulations regarding its use and disclosure.
Children’s data:
We are committed to complying with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and relevant Indian regulations regarding children’s privacy. We obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting or using any information from children under 13 years. We limit data collection for children to what’s necessary for the platform’s functionality and implement robust security measures to protect their data. We recommend that children should always check with their parents or guardians before giving out any information about themselves, especially before entering information on any website mobile application, or online service.
4. Cookies and Similar Technologies:
We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels) to personalize user experiences, analyze usage data, and improve our Services. Users can manage their cookie preferences through their browser settings.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure:
We may share user information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Services (e.g., hosting providers, payment processors). We ensure these providers adhere to data privacy regulations and have appropriate security measures in place. We may disclose user information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users or the public.
6. User Rights:
Users have the following rights regarding their personal information:
- Access: Right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about them.
- Rectification: Right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
- Erasure: Right to request the deletion of their personal information under certain circumstances.
- Restriction: Right to restrict the processing of their personal information for specific purposes.
- Objection: Right to object to the processing of their personal information for marketing purposes.
Users can exercise these rights by reaching us at the “Contact Us” page or through the button below. Please keep in mind that a request to delete records may lead to a termination of an account, membership, or other Services.
7. Data Security:
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect user information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no security measures are foolproof, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of user data.
8. Data Breach Notification:
In the event of a data breach that compromises user information, we will promptly notify affected users and relevant authorities as required by law.
9. International Data Transfer:
We currently store and process user data within India. If we need to transfer data outside India in the future, we will do so in compliance with applicable data protection regulations and obtain user consent when required.
10. Contact Information:
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach us at the “Contact Us” page or through the button below.
Modifications to this User’s Privacy Statement
We reserve the right to modify this privacy statement from time to time to adapt to new developments in technology, business procedures, legal requirements, or other factors. If these changes are significant, we will notify you and, if needed by law, we will get your permission. Notification may be given in accordance with applicable law by email to the last email address you gave us, by publishing a notice of the changes on our websites, applications, and services, or by any other method.
