Privacy Policy of Dadpole

1. Introduction

Welcome to Dadpole.com ("Dadpole", "we", "our", or "us").

Dadpole.com is an AI-powered business intelligence, brand audit, and entrepreneurship platform that provides digital tools, insights, automation, and consulting services to individuals, startups, MSMEs, and organizations.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit or use our website and services.

By using Dadpole.com, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing your personal information is:

Dadpole.com
An independent initiative by Pratyush Sur under the umbrella of Idearcade Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Registered Office:
Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Website: https://www.dadpole.com
Email: privacy@dadpole.com
General Enquiries: hello@dadpole.com

3. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

Name
Email address
Phone number
Company information
Designation
Billing information
Social media profiles
Business data submitted for audits or assessments
Messages, inquiries, and support requests

B. Information Collected Automatically

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Operating system
Geographic location
Referring website
Session duration
Website interactions
Cookies and analytics data

C. Information Generated Through Platform Usage

AI interactions
Reports generated
Audit results
Usage preferences
Saved projects
Uploaded business information

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and maintain our services.
Create and manage your account.
Deliver AI-powered reports and recommendations.
Improve our products and services.
Provide customer support.
Process payments and subscriptions.
Send service communications.
Conduct analytics and research.
Prevent fraud and abuse.
Comply with legal obligations.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on your jurisdiction, we process personal information based on:

Consent
Contractual necessity
Legitimate business interests
Compliance with legal obligations
Protection of vital interests

6. AI and Automated Processing

Dadpole uses Artificial Intelligence and automation technologies to generate:

Brand audits
Business recommendations
Strategic insights
Reports and analytics

AI-generated outputs should be considered informational and advisory and should not be treated as legal, financial, investment, or professional advice.

Users remain responsible for business decisions made using our services.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Maintain website functionality
Improve user experience
Understand user behaviour
Analyse traffic
Measure marketing effectiveness

Types of cookies:

Essential Cookies

Required for website operation.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand usage patterns.

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences.

Marketing Cookies

Deliver relevant content and campaigns.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

8. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Hosting providers
Cloud infrastructure providers
Payment processors
Email providers
Analytics providers

Business Partners

Only when necessary to deliver services.

Legal Authorities

Where required by law.

Corporate Transactions

In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in servers located outside India.

Where applicable, we implement reasonable safeguards to ensure protection of your information during international transfers.

10. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to:

Provide services
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce agreements

Data retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information.

11. Security Measures

We implement commercially reasonable security measures including:

Encryption
Secure servers
Access controls
Authentication mechanisms
Monitoring and logging
Periodic security reviews

However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

12. Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:

Access your information
Correct inaccurate information
Delete your information
Withdraw consent
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Request data portability
Lodge complaints with regulatory authorities

To exercise your rights, contact:

📧 dadpole@idearcade.com

13. Children's Privacy

Dadpole.com is not intended for individuals under the age of 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that information has been collected from a child, we will delete it promptly.

14. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

Users should review the privacy policies of third-party websites separately.

15. Marketing Communications

You may receive communications regarding:

Product updates
Newsletters
Service announcements
Promotional offers
Events and webinars

You may unsubscribe at any time through the provided unsubscribe link or by contacting us.

16. Data Protection under Indian Law

Dadpole endeavors to comply with:

Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India)
Information Technology Act, 2000
Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011

17. GDPR Notice (For EEA Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you may have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

Right of access
Right to rectification
Right to erasure
Right to restriction
Right to object
Right to data portability

18. California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under applicable privacy laws, including rights relating to access, deletion, and disclosure of personal information.

19. Changes to this Privacy 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 constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

20. Contact Us

Dadpole.com

An Initiative of Idearcade Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

🌐 Website: https://www.dadpole.com
📧 General Enquiries: dadpole@idearcade.com
📧 Privacy Enquiries: admin@idearcade.com
📍 Registered Office:

Idearcade Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Grievance Officer (India)

Mr. Pratayay Sur
Co-Founder, Dadpole.com
Idearcade Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Email: admin@idearcade.com

By using Dadpole.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

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