Privacy

At Bytefusion Techsoft, your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you access SQLByte, our subscription-based SQL coding platform.

This Privacy Policy (referred to as the "Policy") outlines how SQLByte collects, processes, stores, and shares user information. It also describes your privacy rights, choices, and how we respect your data. This Policy applies to all users of the platform, referred to as “Learners,” “You,” or “Your.”

By accessing SQLByte, providing your personal information, or indicating your agreement when prompted, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Policy and our Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy or the Terms of Use, you should not access or use SQLByte or communicate with us. In such cases, we request that you leave the platform immediately.

If any content or information you upload to SQLByte violates this Policy or the Terms of Use, we reserve the right to remove it, notify you of the action, and, if necessary, revoke your access without liability to you. Defined terms in this Policy that are not explicitly explained can be found in our Terms of Use.

Please review this Policy carefully before using SQLByte or any of its services or features. For questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us using the contact information provided below.

Personal Information

Personal Information refers to any information that identifies a Learner, such as their first and last name, identification number, email address, age, gender, location, photograph, and/or phone number provided during registration or at any time thereafter on the platform.

Sensitive Personal Information includes, but is not limited to:

(i) passwords and financial data (excluding the truncated last four digits of credit or debit cards).

(i) passwords and financial data (excluding the truncated last)

(ii) health-related information.

(iii) official identifiers, such as biometric data, Aadhaar number, social security number, driver’s license, or passport details.

(iv) information regarding sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, political or religious beliefs, or affiliations.

(v) account credentials, including passwords and

(vi) other data classified as "sensitive personal data" or "special categories of data" under applicable laws, including the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and/or the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), or equivalent regulations.

The term “Personal Information” shall encompass “Sensitive Personal Information” where applicable, based on the context in which it is used.

Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information from you through various means, such as when you visit our platform, register for an account, or interact with the features, services, or resources we provide. Below is a breakdown of the information we collect:

1. Our Principles for Data Collection:

• We only request personal information when it is necessary, such as when you register for access to the platform or specific content.
• We do not share your personal information with third parties, except as required by applicable laws, to improve our services, or to protect our legal rights.
• We store personal information on our servers only when required for the proper functioning of our platform.

2. Personal Identifiable Information:

• We may collect personal details such as your name and email address to enable access to the platform and the services or products we offer.
• This information is collected only when voluntarily provided by you. If you choose not to provide this information, you may be unable to access certain features, services, or products on the platform.

3. Non-Personal Identifiable Information:

• When you interact with SQLByte, we may collect non-personal data such as your browser type, language preference, referring site, date and time of your visit, operating system, and your internet service provider details. This data helps us analyze trends and improve user experience.

4. Cookies:

• To enhance your experience, SQLByte may use cookies. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help the platform recognize you on subsequent visits and improve your interaction with the platform.
• You can configure your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, please note that some features of the platform may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

How We Use and Share the Information Collected

We may collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:

1. Provide Access to Our Platform and Services/Products:

• We use your personal information to enable your access to SQLByte and the services/products offered, including but not limited to:
• Providing customer support.
• Processing and fulfilling your purchases.
• Verifying your identity.
• Resolving technical issues or glitches on the platform.
• The legal basis for this processing is your consent or, where applicable, our legitimate interest in effectively managing the platform and/or fulfilling a contract between you and us.

2. To Improve Our Platform and Ensure Safety:

• Your information helps us enhance and customize SQLByte and its services/products. Additionally, we use it to:
• Prevent, detect, and investigate fraudulent activities or misuse of the platform.
• Take measures against unauthorized access, criminal activity, or violations of rights (ours or third parties).
• Safeguard the safety of users and others.
• The legal basis for this processing is your consent or, where applicable, our legitimate interest in ensuring the platform’s security and efficient administration.

3. To Communicate with You and Market Our Services:

• We use your email address and other submitted details to:
• Communicate updates about your orders, platform features, and services/products.
• Share promotions, offers, and new product announcements.
• Seek your feedback to improve SQLByte.
• Respond to your inquiries, questions, or other requests.
• If you wish to stop receiving promotional emails, you can unsubscribe by contacting us at the information provided below. The legal basis for this processing is your consent or, where applicable, our legitimate interest in improving user engagement and platform operations.

4. Automated Decision-Making:

• We do not use your personal information for automated decision-making or profiling, except as explicitly outlined in this policy.

5. Sharing of Information:

• We do not sell, trade, or exploit your personally identifiable information.
• We may share generic, aggregated demographic data (not linked to personal identification) with trusted business partners, marketing partners, or affiliates for purposes such as analytics or improving our offerings.

Your Choices

1. Control the Information You Provide:

• You have the flexibility to decide what information you share with us, including the ability to update or delete your personal data. However, please note that certain information may be essential for accessing SQLByte and its features. For example, registration on the platform may require mandatory details, and withholding such information could limit your ability to use parts of the platform or its services.

2. Manage Communications from Us:

• You can choose the types of communications you wish to receive from us, such as promotional offers, updates, or newsletters. However, certain communications related to legal, security, or platform updates (e.g., changes to terms of service or privacy policies) are mandatory and cannot be opted out of.

3. Reject Cookies and Similar Technologies:

• You can configure your web browser to reject or remove cookies at any time. If your browser is set to accept cookies by default, you have the option to modify these settings. However, please note that rejecting or disabling cookies may impact the functionality of some features or services on SQLByte, potentially limiting your user experience.

Your Rights

All Learners are entitled to the rights outlined in this section. However, depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information as provided by the laws of your country. For more details, please refer to the Country-Specific Additional Rights section below.

You can exercise these rights through the options provided within the platform after logging into your account. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, you can contact us using the details provided in the Grievances section, and we will address your concerns in accordance with applicable laws.

1. Right to Confirmation and Access:

• You have the right to request confirmation of whether we hold your personal information and to access the details of the personal information we have collected, along with relevant supporting information.

2. Right to Correction:

• You can request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal information. Additionally, you can ask us to update information that you believe is incomplete or outdated.

3. Right to Be Forgotten:

• Under certain circumstances, you have the right to restrict or stop the continued disclosure of your personal information.

4. Right to Erasure:

• If you wish to remove your personal information from our platform, you can request its deletion. Please note that erasure will result in the permanent deletion of all your personal information from our platform (except as outlined in this Privacy Policy). This process may also result in the permanent deletion of your account, and it will not be recoverable.

Important Note: You are only entitled to exercise these rights in relation to your own information, including your personal information, and not that of other Learners.

When submitting a request or query via email to the address specified in the Grievances section, we may need to ask for additional information to verify your identity and confirm your association with the platform, as required by applicable data protection laws.

Protection of Your Information

We take all reasonable measures to safeguard your personal information and other data on the platform from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. We only disclose such information under the following circumstances:

1. Authorized Personnel and Affiliates:

We may share your information with our employees, contractors, and affiliated organizations (if any) who:

• Require the information to process it on our behalf or provide services available on the platform.
• Have agreed to keep the information confidential and not disclose it to others.

2. Legal Obligations and Good Faith Actions:

We may disclose your information in response to:

• Court orders or other government requests.
• Situations where we believe, in good faith, that disclosure is necessary to:
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or requests from law enforcement or government agencies.
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of our users, employees, or others.
• Prevent, detect, investigate, and address criminal activities, fraud, misuse, or unauthorized use of our platform.
• Enforce our Terms of Use, policies, or other agreements.

3. Wherever permitted by law, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you before disclosing your information in response to such requests.

Third-Party Websites

Our platform may include links to websites or services operated by our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors, or other third parties. Please note the following:

• We do not control or take responsibility for the content, practices, or policies of these third-party websites.
• These websites and their content may change over time and have their own terms of use and privacy policies.
• Your interactions with these third-party websites are governed by the terms and policies published on their respective sites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any third-party websites you visit to ensure your information is handled appropriately.

Cross-Border Data Transfer

Your information, including personal data, may be stored, processed, and transferred to Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or Utho Cloud servers and databases located in India or other countries outside of India. We may also store, process, and transfer your information to servers in other countries depending on the locations of our affiliates and service providers.

Please be aware that the privacy laws in these countries may differ, and they may have less stringent data protection standards. As a result, your personal information could be subject to the laws and disclosure requirements of those countries, including government bodies, regulatory agencies, and private entities in response to legal or regulatory inquiries, court orders, or similar processes.

If you are accessing our platform from outside India, including from regions like the USA, EU, EEA, or the UK, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in India. By using our platform or providing us with your information, you consent to the transfer of your data to India and other countries outside your country of residence.

Duration for Which Your Information is Stored

We will retain your information as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including for compliance with legal obligations or business requirements.

Please note that we may not be able to delete all content you have made publicly available on the platform (such as comments, feedback, or other files). However, we will anonymize your personal information so that you can no longer be identified as an individual in connection with such publicly available data. We will ensure that any aggregated or de-identified data will not be disclosed in a way that can identify you personally.

Note: If you wish to exercise your rights (as described in the ‘Your Rights’ section) to access, modify, or delete any information we store about you, you can do so using the available options within the platform. Alternatively, you can contact us via the email address provided in the Grievances section below.

Modification to Privacy Policy

We may update or revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, the "updated date" at the top of this page will be revised accordingly. We recommend that you review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, the most recent version of this policy applies to all information we hold about you.

Grievances

If you have any questions regarding this policy, wish to exercise your rights, have privacy concerns, or need to raise any grievances, please contact us via email at support@sqlbyte.com with a detailed description of your inquiry or concern.

Country-Specific Additional Rights

Terms Applicable if You Are an Indian Resident

Your Rights: If you are located in India, you may have the following rights under the Personal Data Protection Bill (PDPB) once it becomes law. All requests can be made by using the options provided to you within the platform upon logging in. You can also write to us as indicated in the Grievances section above, and we will address your concerns to the extent required by applicable law.

• Right to Confirmation and Access: You have the right to confirm and access your personal information that we hold, along with any other supporting information.
• Right to Correction: You have the right to ask us to correct any inaccurate personal information or to update incomplete or outdated information.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer your personal information to another organization, or directly to you, under certain circumstances.
• Right to be Forgotten: You have the right to request the restriction or prevention of further disclosure of your personal information in certain situations.
• Right to Erasure: If you wish to remove your personal information from our platform, you may request that we erase your data. Please note that such erasure will remove all your personal information from our platform (except where specifically noted in this policy), and may result in the permanent deletion of your account, which cannot be recovered.

Note: Currently, SQLByte operates only within India, and as such, our platform is not available in other countries.

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