Clurq.com Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how Clurq Technologies Private Limited ("Clurq") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal data when you visit or use our platform, mobile applications, or related services (collectively, the "Platform").

This Policy applies globally and is designed to comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK GDPR, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other major international privacy frameworks.

By using Clurq.com, you agree to the terms of this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Platform.

We collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Identifiable Information (PII): • Name, email address, phone number, postal address • Professional details (resume, education, work history, skills, certifications) • Employer details, business contact information • Account credentials and verification data

B. Usage & Technical Data: • IP address, browser type, device identifiers, OS version • Access times, referring URLs, and session activity logs • Cookies, beacons, and similar technologies

C. Financial & Transactional Data: • Payment instrument details (processed via secure third-party providers) • Invoices, wallet balances, withdrawal and deposit history

D. Communications: • Emails, chats, messages, and feedback shared on or via the Platform

E. Optional / Sensitive Information (if you choose to provide): • Government ID (PAN, Aadhaar, or similar) for KYC • Demographic data such as gender, age, nationality (only if necessary for compliance)

We process data for the following purposes:

We ensure that consent (where applicable) is freely given, specific, informed, and revocable at any time.

Clurq operates globally. Personal data may be transferred and processed in countries outside your residence, including India, the EU, the UK, and the United States.

All transfers comply with applicable legal safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent mechanisms approved under local law.

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

When retention is no longer required, we securely delete, anonymize, or archive the data.

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

• •Access – to obtain a copy of your personal data
• •Rectification – to correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• •Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten") – to request deletion of data
• •Restriction of Processing – to limit data use
• •Data Portability – to receive data in structured format
• •Objection – to object to processing for direct marketing or legitimate interest
• •Withdrawal of Consent – at any time, without affecting prior lawful processing

Requests can be made to privacy@clurq.com. We may require verification of identity before acting on your request.

Clurq uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content.

Types of cookies: • Essential Cookies: Required for core platform functions. • Analytics Cookies: Track usage patterns (e.g., Google Analytics). • Functional Cookies: Remember preferences and settings. • Marketing Cookies: Used for personalized advertising (with consent).

Your Control: You can manage cookies via your browser settings or consent banner. Under GDPR, we do not activate non-essential cookies without prior consent.

We implement technical and organizational measures including:

• •Encryption (in transit and at rest)
• •Multi-factor authentication for admin access
• •Regular security audits and penetration testing
• •Role-based access control and logging

Despite these safeguards, no system is entirely secure. Users share data at their own risk.

The Platform is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If such data is found, it will be deleted promptly.

Our Platform may include links to third-party sites or services (e.g., payment gateways, analytics providers, social networks). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies independently.

Data Controller: Clurq Technologies Private Limited (India)

Data Processors: Authorized cloud providers, analytics services, payment processors, and communication vendors.

We ensure data processing agreements are in place with all processors.

India (DPDP 2023): Right to access, correction, grievance redressal, and consent withdrawal.

EU/UK (GDPR): Full rights of access, rectification, erasure, portability, objection, and restriction.

US (CCPA/CPRA): Right to know, delete, and opt-out of sale or sharing of personal data.

Clurq does not sell personal data to third parties.

Data Protection Officer (DPO): Privacy Office – Clurq Technologies Private Limited Email: privacy@clurq.com Address: Unit 705, Tower-4, Pyramid Fusion Homes, Badshahpur, Haryana, India

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices. Updates will be posted with the "Last Updated" date revised accordingly. Continued use of the Platform indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.