Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY Square Foot Story Effective Date: 16 April 2026 — 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. 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 USER CATEGORIES This Policy applies to: * Individual users (buyers, tenants, visitors) * Businesses (builders, developers, brands) * Professionals (architects, designers, consultants) * Shops, distributors, and service providers 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 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. 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. 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 LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING We process data based on: * User consent * Contractual necessity * Legal obligations * Legitimate interests 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. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES We may use third-party tools for: * Analytics * Notifications * Hosting These providers may process data under their own policies. DATA SECURITY We implement reasonable safeguards: * Encryption * Access controls * Secure infrastructure DATA RETENTION Data is retained only as necessary for: * Service delivery * Legal compliance * Dispute resolution 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 DATA MINIMIZATION We collect only necessary data. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY Not intended for individuals under 18. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS Data may be processed outside India with safeguards. CONTENT RESPONSIBILITY Listed entities are responsible for: * Accuracy of their information * Legal compliance THIRD-PARTY LINKS We are not responsible for third-party platforms linked on the app. POLICY UPDATES We may update this Policy periodically. GRIEVANCE OFFICER Name: Bhawna Satsangi Email: [info@squarefootstory.com] Phone: +91 9999148585 Address: Noida, Sector 132, Uttar Pradesh, India CONTACT Square Foot Story Email: [info@squarefootstory.com] GOVERNING LAW Governed by laws of India. Jurisdiction: Noida, Uttar Pradesh CONSENT By using the Platform, you consent to this Policy.