🔐 Privacy Policy
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data with transparency and security.
Our Commitment to You
At SkillBolt.dev, we believe privacy is a fundamental right. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information with complete transparency. We never sell your data and only use it to improve your learning experience.
1 📦 Information We Collect
Account Information
- Name, email address, phone number
- College name, year of study, branch
- Role (student, seller, affiliate)
- Profile picture and bio (optional)
Payment Information
When you buy/sell projects or earn via affiliate programs, we collect transaction data securely via trusted payment gateways:
- Transaction IDs and amounts
- Payment method preferences
- Bank account details (for payouts only)
- We never store credit card numbers
Device Information
- IP address and location (city/state level)
- Browser type, version, and settings
- Operating system and device type
- Network information for security
2 🔍 How We Use Your Data
Platform Services
- • Provide access to project downloads
- • Maintain seller/affiliate dashboards
- • Process payments and payouts
- • Enable communication between users
AI & Personalization
- • AI-driven project recommendations
- • Personalized learning paths
- • Smart search results
- • Content customization
Security & Safety
- • Detect fraud and suspicious activity
- • Prevent platform abuse
- • Verify seller authenticity
- • Ensure payment security
Support & Communication
- • Provide personalized support
- • Send important notifications
- • Share platform updates
- • Improve user experience
3 📬 Communication
Essential Emails
- Project download links
- Payment receipts
- Security alerts
- Account notifications
*These emails are necessary for service delivery
Promotional
- New project alerts
- Special offers & discounts
- Platform updates
- Learning tips
✓ You can unsubscribe anytime
WhatsApp Communication
We may send WhatsApp messages for time-sensitive information like:
4 🛡️ Data Protection
Our Promise
We NEVER sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Security Measures
Compliance
5 🍪 Cookies & Tracking
Essential
Required for basic functionality
- • Login sessions
- • Security tokens
- • User preferences
- • Shopping cart
Analytics
Help us improve the platform
- • Page performance
- • User behavior
- • Feature usage
- • Error tracking
Marketing
Personalized recommendations
- • Project suggestions
- • Targeted content
- • Ad personalization
- • Campaign tracking
Cookie Control
You can control cookies in your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect platform functionality.
6 🧑⚖️ Your Rights
Access & View
- View all your personal data
- Download your data (JSON format)
- See how we use your information
Update & Correct
- Update your profile information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Modify privacy preferences
Delete & Remove
- Delete your account permanently
- Remove specific data points
- Some data may be retained for legal reasons
Opt Out
- Unsubscribe from marketing emails
- Disable personalized recommendations
- Limit data processing
Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, simply email us at privacy@skillbolt.dev with your request. We'll respond within 30 days.
Contact Privacy Team7 👥 Third-Party Services
We work with trusted partners to provide you the best experience. Each service has its own privacy policy and security measures.
Razorpay
Payment Processing
Handles all payment transactions securely with PCI DSS compliance.
View Razorpay Privacy Policy →Google Analytics
Platform Analytics
Provides insights into platform performance and user behavior.
View Google Privacy Policy →OpenAI
AI Services
Powers our AI features for project recommendations and assistance.
View OpenAI Privacy Policy →8 🚸 Children's Privacy
Age Requirement
SkillBolt.dev is designed for students aged 16 and above. If you're under 16, parental consent is required before using our platform.
For Users 16-18:
- • Parental notification recommended
- • Limited data collection
- • Enhanced privacy protections
For Users Under 16:
- • Parent/guardian consent required
- • Account supervision needed
- • Payment restrictions apply
9 🗂️ Data Retention
How Long We Keep Data
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Account DataUntil account deletion
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Transaction Records7 years (legal requirement)
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Usage Analytics2 years
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Communication Logs3 years
When We Delete Data
- When you delete your account
- After retention period expires
- When legally required
- Upon valid deletion request
10 📞 Contact Us
Privacy Questions
Office Address
India
Business Hours
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM IST
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM IST
Policy Updates
We May Update This Policy
As we improve our platform and services, we may need to update this privacy policy. We'll always notify you of significant changes.
- Email notification for major changes
- In-platform notifications
- 30-day notice period
Stay Informed
Bookmark this page and check back periodically for updates.