Privacy Policy

Data Collection & Usage

1. Data Collection and Usage

When you visit circls.app, we may automatically collect certain information such as your IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, and browsing activity on our site. We collect this data to improve our platform's performance, user experience, and overall functionality.

We may also collect personal information when you voluntarily submit it via forms, registrations, or other interactions — such as your name, email address, or contact details.

2. Third-Party Analytics and Services

We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics or social media plugins to collect non-personal information and track website usage trends. These third parties may use cookies and similar technologies to gather data about your interactions with our platform.

We do not control the data collection practices of these third parties, and their use of information is governed by their respective privacy policies.

3. Cookies

We use standard analytics cookies to understand how users interact with circls.app. By continuing to use the platform, you consent to the use of these cookies. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect certain features of the platform.

Users who wish to opt out of analytics tracking may do so via their browser's privacy settings or by contacting us at contact@gibbous.io.

4. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

User data is retained for a period of 2 years from the date of last activity, after which it may be deleted or anonymized.

5. Use of Collected Data

The data collected may be used for internal purposes, including improving our platform, responding to inquiries, and providing you with services or promotional content. We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except as required by law.

Your Rights

6. Data Access & Deletion Rights

In accordance with India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, you have the right to access the personal data we hold about you, and to request its correction or deletion.

To request access to or deletion of your personal data, please email contact@gibbous.io with the subject line "Data Request". We will respond within 30 days.

7. External Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Intellectual Property

8. Ownership of Content

All content on circls.app — including but not limited to text, images, logos, graphics, videos, and software — is the property of Gibbous Technologies Private Limited or its content suppliers, and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

9. Use of Content

You may view, download, and print content from this website for personal, non-commercial use only. Any use for commercial purposes — including reproduction, distribution, modification, or public display — without prior written permission of Gibbous Technologies Private Limited is strictly prohibited.

10. Trademarks

The trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on circls.app are registered and unregistered marks of Gibbous Technologies Private Limited or third parties. Nothing on this website should be construed as granting any license or right to use any trademark without prior written consent of the owner.

11. User-Generated Content

By submitting any content to our platform — including comments, reviews, or other materials — you grant Gibbous Technologies Private Limited a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, modify, and distribute the content in any media. You represent that you own or have the necessary rights to the content you submit.

12. Copyright Infringement

If you believe any content on circls.app infringes your copyright, please notify us in writing at contact@gibbous.io with the following:

• A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed.
• The location of the infringing material on our site.
• Your contact information (name, address, phone, and email).
• A statement of good-faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner.
• A statement, under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf.

13. Fair Use

Content on this website may be used in accordance with fair use principles as defined by applicable copyright law. Any use exceeding the scope of fair use requires the explicit written permission of Gibbous Technologies Private Limited.

Policy Updates

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

15. Acceptance of Terms

By continuing to use circls.app, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the platform.