Privacy Policy for IndieMa

Effective Date: August 21, 2025

IndieMa, owned and operated by Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd ("IndieMa," "we," "us," or "our"), is committed to protecting your privacy while providing a socio-business connect platform exclusively for Indian nationals. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use the IndieMa Platform, including its website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Platform"). By accessing or using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

2. How We Use Your Information

IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd uses your information to:

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Your personal information will only be shared in the following limited circumstances:

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Anonymized or aggregated data may be used for analytics or business purposes. IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd will not disclose the identity of users who report issues unless required by Indian law or a court order.

4. Data Storage and International Transfers

IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd may store and process your data on servers and Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) located anywhere in the world, using any networks, as determined by our operational needs. While the Platform is exclusively for Indian nationals, data storage and processing may occur outside India to ensure efficient Platform performance. By using the Platform, you consent to such international data storage and transfers. IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd is not liable for complying with international or foreign data protection laws or regulations for non-Indian users or for any issues arising from global data storage.

5. Data Security and Data Breaches

IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd implements reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of your data against external threats, cyberattacks, data breaches, or technically advanced users. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users as required by Indian law and take reasonable steps to mitigate harm, but IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd is not liable for any damages, losses, or consequences resulting from such incidents.

6. Use of User Content for Promotion

By posting content on the Platform, you grant IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to use, reproduce, distribute, adapt, and display such content for promotional purposes in any online or offline media, in any geographic location worldwide. This includes, but is not limited to, marketing campaigns, social media, and promotional materials to enhance the visibility and growth of the Platform. IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd is not obligated to compensate users for the use of their content in such promotional activities.

7. Protection of Trademarks and Assets

All trademarks, logos, and other assets of IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd, including but not limited to the IndieMa name, logo, and branding materials (collectively, “Assets”), are the exclusive property of IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd. No individual, organization, or entity may use these Assets without prior written consent from IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd. Authorized use of Assets is permitted solely for the purpose of positively promoting the Platform, provided such promotions include appropriate linking to https://www.indiema.in and are reported to IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd via the helpdesk at https://www.indiema.in/webapp/pages/helpdesk.php at the time of publishing, whether online or offline. IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd reserves the right to claim ownership of any content using its Assets without permission and to revoke any granted permissions at any time without notice. Unauthorized use of Assets or failure to comply with these conditions may result in legal action, as described in Section 11.

8. Your Rights and Choices

As an Indian national, you may have rights under Indian data protection laws to:

To exercise these rights, contact our helpdesk at https://www.indiema.in/webapp/pages/helpdesk.php. We will respond to requests in accordance with Indian laws and our operational priorities, but we do not guarantee any specific turnaround time. Note that some rights may be limited if they conflict with our legal obligations or Platform functionality.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services not operated by IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. You access such links at your own risk, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Restriction to Indian Nationals

The IndieMa Platform is exclusively for Indian nationals. Any use by non-Indian nationals is unauthorized, and IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd is not responsible for complying with international or foreign data protection laws or regulations. Non-Indian users’ data may be processed in India or elsewhere, and we are not liable for any issues arising from such processing.

11. Right to Legal Action

IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd reserves the right to initiate legal action against any individual, organization, or government entity, anywhere in the world, for unauthorized use of its Assets, violation of these Terms, violation of the Privacy Policy, or actions that defame or harm the reputation of IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd. Such legal actions may include, but are not limited to, claims for injunctive relief, damages, or other remedies available under Indian law or applicable jurisdictions. IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd shall not be liable for any costs, damages, or compensation arising from such legal actions.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Indian law, IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd is not liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from the collection, use, or disclosure of your information, including due to data breaches, security incidents, unauthorized access, third-party actions, or incorrect user information (e.g., impersonation). We are not responsible for the accuracy or legality of user-generated content or for resolving disputes between users. IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd shall not be financially liable or obligated to compensate any individual, organization, or entity under any circumstances, anywhere, at any time.

13. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by Indian law. Upon account expiration or termination, we may delete or anonymize your data, and you will lose access to the Platform’s features. IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd is not responsible for retaining or restoring user data after account termination.

14. Children’s Privacy

The IndieMa Platform is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that a child’s data has been collected, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Platform. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

16. Contact Information

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact our helpdesk at https://www.indiema.in/webapp/pages/helpdesk.php. IndieMa/Infopluto Media Works Pvt Ltd does not guarantee any turnaround time for responses and will address inquiries at its discretion and according to its priorities.

By using the IndieMa Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.