Last updated: January 1, 2025 · Effective immediately
1. Introduction
Welcome to Zoovit ("we", "our", or "us"). We operate the website zoovit.in — a platform to discover local businesses across India. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
By using Zoovit, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account information: Name, email address, phone number when you register or contact us.
- Business information: Business name, address, category, contact details, description and images when you list a business.
- Contact form data: Name, email, phone, and messages when you contact us.
- Newsletter subscriptions: Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage data: Pages visited, time spent, browser type, device type, and referring URLs.
- Location data: Approximate location (city level) if you grant permission, used solely to show relevant local businesses.
- Cookies: We use cookies to remember your city preference and improve your experience. See Section 6 for details.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide, operate and maintain our services.
- To display relevant local businesses based on your city.
- To process business listings and communicate with business owners.
- To send newsletters and updates (only if you subscribed).
- To respond to customer support requests.
- To improve our platform, content and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations.
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data only in the following circumstances:
- Business profiles: Information you provide for your business listing is publicly displayed on Zoovit so customers can find and contact you.
- Service providers: Trusted third-party services (hosting, email, analytics) that help us operate — bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Business listing data is retained for the duration of the listing agreement. You may request deletion at any time by contacting us.
6. Cookies
Zoovit uses the following types of cookies:
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to function (e.g., session management).
- Preference cookies: Store your city selection so you see relevant results on return visits.
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site (anonymised data only).
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
7. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL/TLS encryption, secure database access, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time.
- Withdraw consent for location access at any time via browser/device settings.
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@zoovit.in.
9. Children's Privacy
Zoovit is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
10. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites (business websites, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
