Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 3, 2026
Last Updated: January 3, 2026

NiftyBrief ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website and use our services (collectively, the "Services").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Services, you consent to the practices described herein.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password.
• Profile Information: Optional information you add to your profile, such as preferences and settings.
• Communication Data: When you contact us, we collect the contents of your messages and any attachments.
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Your email address when you subscribe to our newsletter.
• Feedback and Surveys: Responses you provide to surveys or feedback requests.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our Services, we automatically collect certain information:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version, IP address, and device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, click patterns, referring URLs, and navigation paths.
• Log Data: Server logs that record requests made to our servers, including timestamps and request details.
• Location Data: General geographic location inferred from your IP address (country/region level only).

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

• Authentication Providers: If you sign in using Google or other OAuth providers, we receive your public profile information.
• Analytics Services: Aggregated data from analytics providers about user behavior.

1.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information. See our Cookie Policy section below for details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 Providing and Improving Services

• Operate, maintain, and provide the features of our Services
• Personalize your experience and deliver relevant content
• Process transactions and send related information
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our Services

2.2 Communications

• Send you technical notices, updates, and administrative messages
• Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Notify you about changes to our Services or policies
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

2.3 Safety and Security

• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Protect the rights, property, and safety of our users and the public
• Enforce our Terms of Service and other policies

2.4 Legal Compliance

• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Respond to lawful requests from public authorities

2.5 Analytics and Research

• Conduct research and analysis to understand user behavior
• Develop new products, services, and features
• Generate aggregated, anonymized statistics

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Hosting and Infrastructure: Cloud service providers (e.g., Vercel, AWS)
• Analytics: Web analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics, Plausible)
• Payment Processing: Payment processors (e.g., Razorpay) for subscription payments
• Email Services: Email delivery services for transactional and marketing emails
• Customer Support: Help desk and support tools

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:

• Court orders, subpoenas, or legal process
• Requests from law enforcement or government agencies
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• To investigate potential violations of our Terms of Service

3.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

3.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

3.5 Aggregated and Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated or anonymized information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you.

4. Data Retention

4.1 Retention Periods

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our Services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Achieve the purposes described in this Privacy Policy

4.2 Account Data

• Active Accounts: Retained while your account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Account data deleted within 30 days of account deletion request, except where retention is required by law

4.3 Analytics Data

Usage and analytics data is typically retained in identifiable form for up to 26 months, after which it is anonymized or deleted.

4.4 Legal Holds

We may retain information longer if required for legal proceedings or investigations.

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption: Data transmitted using TLS/SSL encryption
• Access Controls: Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure Infrastructure: Hosted on secure, reputable cloud platforms
• Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Password Security: Passwords stored using industry-standard hashing algorithms

5.2 No Absolute Security

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5.3 Security Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and the relevant authorities as required by applicable law.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Receive a copy of your data in a portable, machine-readable format

6.2 Correction

You can update or correct inaccurate personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.

6.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information by:

• Deleting your account through account settings
• Contacting us at privacy@niftybrief.com

Note: Some information may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

6.4 Opt-Out of Marketing

You can opt out of marketing communications by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in marketing emails
• Updating your communication preferences in account settings
• Contacting us at privacy@niftybrief.com

6.5 Cookie Preferences

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. See the Cookie Policy section for details.

6.6 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@niftybrief.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7. International Data Transfers

7.1 Data Location

Our primary servers are located in India and Germany. However, our service providers may process data in other countries.

7.2 Transfer Safeguards

When we transfer personal information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Compliance with applicable data protection laws

8. Cookie Policy

8.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.

8.2 Types of Cookies We Use

8.3 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They include:

• Session cookies for maintaining your login state
• Security cookies for protecting against CSRF attacks
• Load balancing cookies for server optimization

8.4 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. We use:

• Plausible Analytics (privacy-focused, no personal data collected)
• Google Analytics (if enabled, with IP anonymization)

8.5 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through:

• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies
• Our Cookie Banner: Manage preferences when you first visit our site
• Opt-Out Links: Use opt-out mechanisms provided by analytics services

Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly.

8.6 Do Not Track

We currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals. However, we respect your cookie preferences as set through our cookie banner or browser settings.

9. Children's Privacy

9.1 Age Restriction

Our Services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

9.2 Parental Notice

If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child, please contact us at privacy@niftybrief.com. We will promptly delete such information.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

10.1 External Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, apps, or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties.

10.2 Social Media Features

Our Services may include social media features (e.g., share buttons). These features may collect your IP address and set cookies. Your interactions are governed by the third party's privacy policy.

10.3 Third-Party Integrations

We integrate with third-party services including:

• Google OAuth: For authentication (governed by Google's Privacy Policy)
• Razorpay: For payment processing (governed by Razorpay's Privacy Policy)

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

11.1 Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification (for material changes)

11.2 Review

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our practices.

12. Compliance with Indian Law

12.1 Applicable Laws

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable Indian data protection laws, including:

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

12.2 Grievance Officer

In accordance with Indian law, we have appointed a Grievance Officer who can be contacted at:

Grievance Officer
NiftyBrief
Email: grievance@niftybrief.com

Complaints will be addressed within 30 days of receipt.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

NiftyBrief Privacy Team
Email: privacy@niftybrief.com
Website: https://niftybrief.com

For general support, contact: support@niftybrief.com

Summary of Key Points

By using NiftyBrief, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.