1. Who we are
Akarshan Laminates provides a loyalty and rewards platform for claimers to scan eligible QR codes, view reward balances, and manage claims and KYC verification.
2. Scope
This policy applies to the Akarshan Laminates mobile app and web app. By using our Services, you agree to this policy.
3. Information we collect
- Account & contact: name and mobile number for OTP/phone authentication (Firebase).
- Authentication data: verification status, tokens, and sign‑in metadata.
- KYC images: photos or documents you choose to upload for identity verification.
- Usage & activity: QR identifiers, reward claims, timestamps, pages and actions.
- Device & technical: device type, OS/app version, approximate location (from IP), diagnostics.
4. How we use information
- Authenticate users; operate QR scans, rewards, and claims.
- Process KYC and payouts; respond to support requests.
- Prevent abuse and fraud; safeguard account integrity.
- Meet legal and compliance obligations.
5. Legal bases (where applicable)
- Consent for optional features (notifications) and for uploading KYC images.
- Contract to provide the Services you request.
- Legitimate interests to secure and improve the Services.
- Legal obligation for compliance and record‑keeping.
6. App permissions
- Camera: to scan QR codes. Photos are not captured without your action.
- Photos/Media (READ_MEDIA_IMAGES): to select images for KYC/profile via the system picker only.
- Notifications (optional): updates about rewards, offers, and account activity.
7. Data storage and processors
- Google Firebase (Auth, Firestore, Messaging): sign‑in, data storage, notifications.
- AWS S3: secure KYC file storage using pre‑signed uploads.
8. Sharing and disclosure
We do not sell personal data. We share data with the processors above and with authorities where required by law, or to protect our rights, users, or the public.
9. International transfers
Our cloud providers may process data in multiple countries. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards for cross‑border transfers.
10. Data retention
We retain account, claim, and KYC records only as long as necessary for the Services and to satisfy legal/financial obligations. Periods vary by record type and law.
11. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may be able to access, correct, delete, or receive a copy of your data, restrict/ object to certain processing, or withdraw consent. Contact us to exercise these rights.
12. Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures such as transport encryption, access controls, and pre‑signed uploads. No method is 100% secure; we continually improve safeguards.
13. Children
Our Services are intended for adults and not for children under 13.
14. Changes
We may update this policy. The latest version is always available at aakarshanlaminates.com/privacy-policy.
15. Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests, contact us using the details provided above.