Privacy Policy Page

PRIVACY POLICY

Company: Hellwet Technologies Private Limited
Product / Platform: fashionkart.ai
Registered Address:
First Floor, B-2/64, Lohia Path, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh- 226010, Uttar Pradesh – 226011, India


? TABLE OF CONTENTS 

  1. Introduction & Scope

  2. Definitions & Interpretation

  3. Applicability & User Acceptance

  4. Legal Framework & Compliance

  5. Categories of Data Collected

  6. Personal Data Collection

  7. Sensitive & Special Personal Data

  8. AI, Face Image & Body Data Processing

  9. Purpose Limitation Principle

  10. Consent Mechanism & Withdrawal

  11. Data Accuracy & User Responsibility

  12. Storage, Retention & Deletion

  13. Data Sharing & Third Parties

  14. Cross-Border Data Processing

  15. Data Security Safeguards

  16. Cookies, Logs & Tracking

  17. Children’s & Minor Data

  18. User Rights under DPDP Act

  19. Data Breach & Incident Response

  20. Law Enforcement & Government Requests

  21. Third-Party Links Disclaimer

  22. Limitation of Liability

  23. Indemnity by User

  24. Policy Updates & Modifications

  25. Grievance Redressal Mechanism

  26. Governing Law & Jurisdiction


? PART 2.1

INTRODUCTION & PURPOSE

This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how Hellwet Technologies Private Limited (“Company”, “We”, “Us”) collects, processes, stores, uses, discloses and protects personal data of users (“User”, “You”) who access or use fashionkart.ai.

The Company operates an AI-enabled, multivendor fashion marketplace which includes:

  • Account creation

  • Online shopping

  • AI Virtual Trial Room

  • Image-based personalization

This Policy is intended to ensure:

  • Transparency

  • Lawful processing

  • User control

  • Data minimization


? PART 2.2

DEFINITIONS & INTERPRETATION

For the purpose of this Policy:

“Personal Data”
Means any data about an individual who is identifiable by or in relation to such data, as defined under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

“Sensitive / Special Personal Data”
Includes facial images, body images, physical attributes, and any data processed by AI for visualization purposes.

“Processing”
Means any operation performed on data including collection, storage, use, disclosure, deletion, or analysis.

“Consent”
Means free, specific, informed, unconditional and unambiguous indication of User’s agreement to process data.

Interpretation rules shall be consistent with Indian statutory interpretation principles.


? PART 2.3

APPLICABILITY & USER ACCEPTANCE

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • Website users

  • Mobile app users

  • Registered buyers

  • AI Virtual Trial users

By accessing or using the Platform, the User:

  • Confirms having read this Policy

  • Provides explicit consent

  • Agrees to data processing as described

If the User does not agree, access must be discontinued immediately.


? PART 2.4

LEGAL FRAMEWORK & COMPLIANCE

This Policy is framed in accordance with:

  • Information Technology Act, 2000

  • IT (Reasonable Security Practices) Rules, 2011

  • Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023

  • Applicable RBI, CERT-In and Government advisories

The Company acts as a Data Fiduciary under Indian law.


? PART 2.5

CATEGORIES OF DATA COLLECTED

The Company may collect the following categories of data:

A. Identity Data

  • Name

  • Mobile number

  • Email address

B. Account Data

  • Login credentials (encrypted)

  • User preferences

C. Transaction Data

  • Orders

  • Refunds

  • Payment status (no card/UPI storage)

D. Technical Data

  • IP address

  • Device type

  • Browser/app version

  • Log files


? PART 2.6

PERSONAL DATA COLLECTION

Personal data is collected:

  • Directly from Users during registration

  • Automatically through platform usage

  • Voluntarily through profile updates

The Company does not collect data beyond what is necessary for platform functionality.


? PART 2.7

SENSITIVE & SPECIAL PERSONAL DATA

Sensitive data includes:

  • Facial images / selfies

  • Body images

  • Height, weight, measurements

Such data is:

  • Collected only with explicit consent

  • Used strictly for AI visualization

  • Not used for biometric identification


? PART 2.8

AI, FACE IMAGE & BODY DATA PROCESSING

8.1 Nature of Processing

Images uploaded are:

  • Algorithmically analyzed

  • Temporarily transformed

  • Used for simulated previews

8.2 No Biometric Identification

The Company expressly declares:

  • No facial recognition

  • No identity verification

  • No surveillance

8.3 AI Output Disclaimer

AI outputs are:

  • Illustrative

  • Non-binding

  • Not real-world guarantees



? PART 2.9

PURPOSE LIMITATION & LAWFUL USE OF DATA

9.1 Purpose Limitation Principle

The Company strictly adheres to the purpose limitation principle, meaning all personal data collected shall be:

  • Processed only for specified, explicit and lawful purposes

  • Not further processed in a manner incompatible with such purposes

  • Limited to what is necessary for platform functionality


9.2 Permitted Purposes of Processing

Personal and sensitive data may be processed for:

a) User account creation and authentication
b) Order placement, fulfilment and customer support
c) AI Virtual Trial Room visualization
d) Personalization of product recommendations
e) Fraud detection and prevention
f) Legal, regulatory and audit compliance

Data shall never be processed for undisclosed or unlawful purposes.


9.3 Prohibited Use of Data

The Company expressly confirms that User data shall not be used for:

  • Facial recognition or biometric identification

  • Surveillance or profiling

  • Sale to advertisers or data brokers

  • Political or behavioral manipulation


? PART 2.10

CONSENT MECHANISM, RECORD & WITHDRAWAL

10.1 Explicit & Informed Consent

Consent is obtained through:

  • Mandatory checkbox at signup

  • Separate AI Virtual Trial consent pop-up

  • Image upload confirmation

Such consent is:

  • Free

  • Specific

  • Informed

  • Unambiguous


10.2 Consent for Sensitive Personal Data

For sensitive data (face images, body data):

  • Separate affirmative action is required

  • Consent is logged and auditable

  • Consent is revocable at any time


10.3 Withdrawal of Consent

Users may withdraw consent by:

  • Deleting uploaded images

  • Disabling AI features

  • Requesting account deletion

Withdrawal may impact platform functionality.
Certain data may be retained if required by law.


? PART 2.11

DATA ACCURACY & USER RESPONSIBILITY

11.1 Accuracy Obligation

Users are responsible for ensuring that:

  • Uploaded data is accurate

  • Images belong to them or are legally authorized

  • Measurements are correctly entered


11.2 Consequences of Inaccurate Data

The Company shall not be liable for:

  • Incorrect AI outputs

  • Poor personalization results

  • Dissatisfaction due to inaccurate inputs


? PART 2.12

STORAGE, RETENTION & DELETION

12.1 Data Storage

User data is stored on:

  • Secure cloud infrastructure

  • Access-controlled environments

  • Encrypted storage systems


12.2 Retention Periods

Indicative retention timelines:

  • Account data: While account remains active

  • AI images: Temporary or session-based

  • Transaction data: As per statutory requirements

  • Logs & audit trails: As mandated by law


12.3 Deletion & Anonymization

Upon:

  • Account deletion

  • Consent withdrawal

  • Inactivity

Data may be:

  • Deleted

  • Anonymized

  • Archived as legally required


? PART 2.13

DATA SHARING & THIRD-PARTY DISCLOSURE

13.1 Authorized Data Sharing

Data may be shared only with:

  • Payment gateways

  • Logistics partners

  • Cloud & AI infrastructure providers

  • Customer support vendors

All third parties are bound by confidentiality & data protection agreements.


13.2 No Sale of Data

The Company does not:

  • Sell personal data

  • Rent personal data

  • Trade face or body images


13.3 Seller Access Restriction

Sellers:

  • Do NOT get access to user selfies

  • Do NOT receive body images

  • Only see order-necessary information


? PART 2.14

CROSS-BORDER DATA PROCESSING

Certain processing activities may involve servers located outside India.

In such cases:

  • Adequate safeguards are ensured

  • Processing is compliant with Indian law

  • Data protection obligations remain binding


? PART 2.15

DATA SECURITY PRACTICES & SAFEGUARDS

15.1 Security Measures Implemented

The Company implements:

  • SSL/TLS encryption

  • Secure authentication mechanisms

  • Role-based access control

  • Periodic security audits


15.2 No Absolute Security Disclaimer

While reasonable security practices are followed:

  • No system is 100% secure

  • Internet transmission risks exist

Users acknowledge and accept such inherent risks.

? PART 2.16

COOKIES, LOG FILES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

16.1 Cookies Usage

The Platform may use:

  • Session cookies

  • Persistent cookies

  • Functional cookies

for:

  • Login management

  • Security

  • User preferences

  • Performance optimization

Cookies do not collect sensitive personal data.


16.2 User Control Over Cookies

Users may:

  • Disable cookies via browser settings

  • Limit certain functionalities

Disabling cookies may affect platform performance.


16.3 Log Files & Analytics

The Company may collect:

  • IP address

  • Device type

  • Browser information

  • Access timestamps

Such data is used only for:

  • Security monitoring

  • Debugging

  • Performance analysis


? PART 2.17

CHILDREN & MINOR DATA PROTECTION

17.1 Age Restriction

The Platform is intended for users 18 years and above.

The Company does not knowingly collect personal data from minors without parental consent.


17.2 Accidental Collection

If data of a minor is discovered:

  • Such data shall be deleted promptly

  • Account access may be restricted

Parents or guardians may contact the Company for removal.


? PART 2.18

USER RIGHTS UNDER DPDP ACT, 2023

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, Users have the right to:

18.1 Right to Access

  • Confirm whether personal data is processed

  • Obtain summary of such data

18.2 Right to Correction

  • Correct inaccurate or misleading data

18.3 Right to Erasure

  • Request deletion, subject to legal obligations

18.4 Right to Withdraw Consent

  • Withdraw consent at any time

18.5 Right to Grievance Redressal

  • Raise complaints with the Company

Such rights may be exercised through official support channels.


? PART 2.19

DATA BREACH & INCIDENT RESPONSE

19.1 Breach Detection

The Company maintains procedures to:

  • Detect unauthorized access

  • Monitor anomalies

  • Respond to incidents


19.2 Breach Response

In the event of a data breach:

  • Containment actions shall be initiated

  • Impact shall be assessed

  • Authorities shall be notified where required by law


19.3 User Notification

Users may be notified if a breach poses a significant risk to their rights.


? PART 2.20

LAW ENFORCEMENT & GOVERNMENT REQUESTS

The Company may disclose personal data:

  • To comply with legal obligations

  • In response to lawful government requests

  • For national security or law enforcement purposes

Disclosures shall be limited to what is legally required.


? PART 2.21

THIRD-PARTY LINKS DISCLAIMER

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites.

The Company:

  • Does not control such websites

  • Is not responsible for their privacy practices

Users are advised to review third-party policies independently.


? PART 2.22

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

The Company shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect or consequential damages

  • Data loss due to external attacks

  • Unauthorized access beyond reasonable control

Total liability, if any, shall be limited to:
? Platform service fees charged, if applicable.


? PART 2.23

USER INDEMNITY

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company, its directors, officers and employees against:

  • Claims arising from false information

  • Unauthorized image uploads

  • Violation of applicable laws

  • Breach of this Privacy Policy


? PART 2.24

POLICY UPDATES & MODIFICATIONS

The Company may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Updated versions shall be effective upon publication.
Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance.


? PART 2.25

GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISM

As required under Indian law, the Company appoints a Grievance Officer.

Grievances may be submitted through:

  • Official support channels

  • Designated email (to be notified on Platform)

The Company shall address grievances within the statutory timeframe.


? PART 2.26

GOVERNING LAW & JURISDICTION

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by:

  • Laws of India

Exclusive jurisdiction:

  • Courts of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh