1. Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Website includes:

Personal Data

• Registration Information: When you register on our Website, we collect your full name, user ID, email address, and mobile number.
• Communication Data: If you contact us, we may keep a record of your correspondence including email address and phone number.
• Newsletter Subscription: Email address and sports preferences when you subscribe to our newsletter.

Usage Data

• Browser type and version
• IP address and device information
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
• Sports content preferences and reading habits
• Date and time of access

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Website and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Services: Deliver sports news, updates, and match scores.
• To manage your account: Enable access to different functionalities available to registered users.
• To send newsletters: Provide you with news, updates, and information about sports events you've subscribed to.
• To personalize content: Customize news feeds based on your sports preferences (cricket, football, tennis).
• To improve our Website: Understand how users interact with our content and improve user experience.
• To communicate with you: Send administrative information, updates, and security alerts.
• For analytics: Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends to improve our services.
• To detect and prevent issues: Identify and address technical problems, security threats, and fraudulent activity.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information in the following situations:

• With service providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our Website (hosting, analytics, email services).
• With advertisers: Aggregate, non-personally identifiable information may be shared with advertisers and partners.
• For legal compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
• Business transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition.
• With your consent: For any other purpose disclosed to you when you provide the information.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Third-Party Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

• Sports league official websites
• Social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
• Advertising networks
• Analytics providers (Google Analytics)
• Content delivery networks

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences (e.g., sports preferences).
• Advertising Cookies: Deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure servers and data storage
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including:

• Account information: As long as your account is active
• Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
• Usage data: Typically 12-24 months for analytics purposes
• Legal obligations: As required by applicable laws

You can request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information.
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
• Data portability: Request transfer of your data to another service.
• Object: Object to processing of your personal information.
• Withdraw consent: Withdraw previously given consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Website is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country, where data protection laws may differ. By using our Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to India and other countries where we operate.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top
• Sending you an email notification (for material changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@cricstudio.com
Phone: +91 8800520632
Address: Cric Studio, No 1903 Lodha Supremus, Next to Lodha Eternis, End of 11th Road, Off Mahakali Caves Rd, near Hotel Tunga International, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400069
Website: cricstudio.in

13. Consent

By using our Website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Website.