PRIVACY POLICY

 

Square Foot Story

Effective Date: 16 April 2026

 

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1. INTRODUCTION

 

This Privacy Policy is issued in compliance with applicable Indian laws, including:

 

* The Information Technology Act, 2000

* Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011

 

This Policy governs the collection, use, storage, processing, and disclosure of information collected from users of the Square Foot Story platform.

 

By accessing or using the Platform, you consent to this Policy.

 

2. NATURE OF PLATFORM

 

Square Foot Story is a subscription-based discovery and intelligence platform that:

 

* Showcases brands, builders, architects, designers, and allied services

* Lists shops, distributors, and service providers

* Provides property insights, analytics, and recommendations

* Aggregates publicly available information for user convenience

 

Important Clarification:

 

* The Platform does NOT facilitate transactions or payments

* The Platform is NOT a marketplace

* Any engagement or transaction happens directly outside the Platform

 

3. USER CATEGORIES

 

This Policy applies to:

 

* Individual users (buyers, tenants, visitors)

* Businesses (builders, developers, brands)

* Professionals (architects, designers, consultants)

* Shops, distributors, and service providers

 

 

4. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

 

We follow data minimisation principles.

 

 

4.1 Personal Information

 

* Name: Square Foot Story

* Phone number: 9811341410

* Email address: info@squarefootstory.com

* City/location: Noida

 

 

4.2 Professional / Business Information

 

* Business name

* Listings, services, portfolio

* Contact details

* Public-facing business information

 

4.3 Subscription Information

 

* Subscription plan details

* Account status

* Billing reference data

 

(Payments are handled via secure third-party providers.)

 

4.4 Usage & Device Information

 

* IP address

* Device type and OS

* App usage behaviour

 

 

4.5 Location Data

 

* Approximate or precise location (with consent)

  Used for:

* Nearby discovery

* Local recommendations

 

 

4.6 User Content

 

* Listings and profiles

* Images and uploaded content

* Preferences and interactions

 

 

5. DATA COLLECTED FROM PUBLIC SOURCES

 

We may collect and process publicly available information, including:

 

* Government portals (e.g., regulatory bodies, RERA, municipal data)

* Public registries

* Official websites of businesses and professionals

* Public domain listings and directories

 

Important Clarifications:

 

* Such data is collected for informational and aggregation purposes only

* We do not claim ownership over publicly sourced data

* We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or real-time updates

* We are not affiliated with any government authority unless explicitly stated

 

If any entity wishes to update or remove such information, they may contact us.

 

 

6. DATA COLLECTED VIA PERMISSIONS

 

The app may request access to:

 

Location → To provide nearby discovery

Camera / Media / Storage → To upload listings and profiles

Device Data → For analytics and performance

 

Users can manage permissions via device settings.

 

 

7. PURPOSE OF DATA COLLECTION

 

We use data to:

 

* Manage subscriptions

* Display listings and insights

* Enable discovery of services and professionals

* Personalise recommendations

* Improve platform performance

* Provide customer support

* Prevent fraud or misuse

 

8. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

 

We process data based on:

 

* User consent

* Contractual necessity

* Legal obligations

* Legitimate interests

 

9. DATA SHARING

 

We may share data:

 

* Between users for direct communication

* With service providers (analytics, hosting, support)

* When required by law

 

We do NOT sell or trade personal data.

 

 

10. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

 

We may use third-party tools for:

 

* Analytics

* Notifications

* Hosting

 

These providers may process data under their own policies.

 

11. DATA SECURITY

 

We implement reasonable safeguards:

 

* Encryption

* Access controls

* Secure infrastructure

 

 

12. DATA RETENTION

 

Data is retained only as necessary for:

 

* Service delivery

* Legal compliance

* Dispute resolution

 

 

13. USER RIGHTS

 

Users may:

 

* Access data

* Correct data

* Withdraw consent

* Request deletion

 

 

Account Deletion

 

Requests via:

 

Email: [info@squarefootstory.com],

In-app option (if available)

 

Timeline: 7–15 working days

 

14. DATA MINIMIZATION

 

We collect only necessary data.

 

15. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

 

Not intended for individuals under 18.

 

16. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

 

Data may be processed outside India with safeguards.

 

17. CONTENT RESPONSIBILITY

 

Listed entities are responsible for:

 

* Accuracy of their information

* Legal compliance

 

 

18. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

 

We are not responsible for third-party platforms linked on the app.

 

 

19. POLICY UPDATES

 

We may update this Policy periodically.

 

20. GRIEVANCE OFFICER

 

Name: Bhawna Satsangi

Email: [info@squarefootstory.com]

Phone: +91 9999148585

Address: Noida, Sector 132, Uttar Pradesh, India

 

21. CONTACT

 

Square Foot Story

Email: [info@squarefootstory.com]

 

22. GOVERNING LAW

 

Governed by laws of India.

Jurisdiction: Noida, Uttar Pradesh

 

23. CONSENT

 

By using the Platform, you consent to this Policy.