Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 21, 2014

This Privacy Policy outlines how Embedn Inc (“Embedn”, “we”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your information through our applications and related services (collectively referred to as the “App”). By accessing or using our App, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please refrain from using the App.

If you have any questions about our privacy practices or wish to make a complaint, please reach out to us at support@embedn.com.

Information We Collect

Definition of Personal Data

Personal Data refers to any information that can identify, relate to, or describe a consumer or household. This can include, but is not limited to, the following categories:

Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, username, etc.
Sensitive Personal Data: Government ID numbers, precise geolocation, ethnic origin, health information, content of messages when not a recipient, and information about known minors.
Legally Protected Information: Race, marital status, citizenship, and sex.
Employment-Related Information: Current or previous employment details.
Educational Information: Non-public educational records, as protected under relevant laws.
Biometric Data: DNA, facial and voice prints, health data, and various forms of sensory information.
Inferences: Data drawn from Personal Data to develop a profile related to preferences, characteristics, behaviors, and other traits.
Commercial Information: Details about products or services purchased or considered.
Internet Activity: Browsing history, interaction with content, and similar online activity.

Please note that not all information is considered Personal Data. For instance, publicly available information, aggregated data, and anonymized data are excluded.

How We Collect Your Information

Embedn collects and processes Personal Data in a manner that is adequate and relevant to the purposes outlined below. We do this with your consent, fulfilling our contractual obligations to third-party partners (“Affiliates”), or as required by law.

In the past year, we have collected identifiers, commercial information, location data, and internet activity through the following sources:

Your Use of the App: We collect commercial information related to the coupons you utilize, products you view or purchase, and your preferences. With your consent, we also gather location data to offer localized retail offers. Additionally, we may collect internet activity data such as device IDs and browser details.
Affiliates: If you use our App integrated with an Affiliate’s platform, we may collect your phone number for sending authentication codes via SMS for security purposes.

Purpose of Data Use

Embedn utilizes your Personal Data to:

Provide you with our App and enhance your user experience.
Fulfill any purposes for which you provided consent.
Ensure compliance with our agreements and policies.
Maintain the security and integrity of our technological resources.
Conduct internal research and product development to improve our offerings.
Respond to legal inquiries and comply with applicable laws.
Identify and address any harm caused to you, Embedn, or others.
Facilitate business transitions involving the transfer of company assets that include Personal Data.

We will not use your Personal Data for purposes that differ materially from those originally specified without notifying you and obtaining your consent.

Children’s Privacy

Our App is intended for use by adults. No individual under the age of 18 should use the App or provide Personal Data to Embedn. If we discover that we have collected Personal Data from a minor, we will delete that information promptly. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us at support@embedn.com.

Data Retention

Embedn retains Personal Data only as long as necessary to provide the App and meet our business objectives. Any information that is not essential for App functionality will be deleted within 12 months of collection. We ensure secure deletion of data at the end of the applicable retention period, with exceptions for legal requirements or if retention is critical to our business.

Disclosure of Information

Embedn may disclose Personal Data to third parties in the following scenarios:

Affiliates: If you access our App via an Affiliate service, we may share your Personal Data with that Affiliate.
Service Providers: We use third-party service providers (e.g., data hosting, SMS, and email services) who have access to your Personal Data as needed to perform their functions. We require these providers to maintain confidentiality and security standards.
Legal Authorities: We may disclose your Personal Data to comply with the law, respond to legal requests, or protect our rights and those of others.
Other Parties: In the event of a business transition (e.g., merger, acquisition), or to address legal requirements, fraud prevention, or security concerns.
Aggregated Information: We may share anonymized or aggregated data without restriction.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your Personal Data. You can control your Personal Data by reaching out to us via:

The chat feature on the App.
Emailing support@embedn.com.
Adjusting your App settings to manage consent.
Submitting a Privacy Request at support@embedn.com to exercise your rights.

U.S. Consumer Privacy Rights

In the United States, consumer privacy is governed by various federal and state laws. This section provides details relevant to privacy rights in states like California, Colorado, and Virginia. Residents may exercise their rights as applicable under these laws:

Right to Correct: Request corrections to any inaccurate Personal Data.
Right to Delete: Request deletion of Personal Data collected and retained, with some exceptions.
Right to Access: Request confirmation of what Personal Data we have collected and access to that information.
Right to Disclosure: Request information about our collection and use of your Personal Data, including categories collected and third-party sharing.
Limited Use of Sensitive Personal Data: Opt-out or limit the use of sensitive data, with a focus on consent.
No Selling or Sharing: We do not sell or share your Personal Data for advertising purposes without your consent.
Right to Opt-Out of Profiling: Opt-out of automated profiling, which may evaluate your interests and preferences.
Right to Nondiscrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

EU and UK Privacy Rights

This section applies to residents of the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom. Embedn processes Personal Data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and provides the following rights:

Right to Know: You have the right to know how we process your Personal Data, as outlined in this policy.
Right to Access: Request access to your Personal Data, along with details on how it is processed.
Right to Restrict Processing: Request restrictions on the processing of your Personal Data under certain circumstances.

For any inquiries or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your Personal Data, please contact us at Embedn Inc, 543, DSR WoodWinds, Sarjapur Main Road 560035