At BUCOREL, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how we keep it safe, and what rights you have.

By using BUCOREL, you agree to this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the platform.

1. Who We Are

BUCOREL is a product of Business Computing Research Laboratory (India). We operate globally and comply with privacy laws in India (IT Act, 2000), the EU (GDPR), the United States (CCPA), and other jurisdictions to the best of our ability.

2. What We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, login method (Google/email).
• Location Data: Country and region (based on IP or user input).
• Device Data: Device ID, browser type, OS, and basic telemetry.
• User Content: Posts, comments, ratings, suggestions, and uploaded data.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, actions taken, search queries.
• API/Automation Data: API requests, webhooks, and system integration logs.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, personalize, and improve our services.
• To analyze platform usage and improve performance.
• To prevent abuse, fraud, or violations of our Terms of Service.
• To communicate with you about updates, security, or support.
• To provide access to APIs, automation, and developer features (if applicable).

4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, we process your data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent: Where you have given us clear permission.
• Contract: To provide services you have signed up for.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws.
• Legitimate Interest: For improving the service and protecting the platform.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data only in the following cases:

• With trusted vendors who help us run BUCOREL (e.g., email, analytics, hosting).
• To comply with legal obligations or court orders.
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of BUCOREL or our users.

6. Community Visibility

Much of BUCOREL's content is public and user-driven. Keep in mind:

• Posts, comments, and suggestions may be visible to all users.
• Profiles and contributions may be indexed by search engines.
• You should avoid posting personal or sensitive information in public fields.

7. Your Rights

You have rights over your personal data, depending on your location:

• Access: You can request a copy of your personal data.
• Correction: You can ask us to fix inaccurate data.
• Deletion: You can request we delete your data (subject to retention laws).
• Portability: You can request your data in a machine-readable format.
• Objection: You can object to certain data uses.

To make a request, email us at: [email protected]

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Session management and authentication.
• Understanding user behavior (via analytics).
• Improving speed and performance of the platform.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but parts of the platform may not work properly without them.

9. Data Retention

We retain your data:

• As long as your account is active.
• As required by applicable laws or legal obligations.
• As needed to protect our rights or resolve disputes.

10. Security

We take security seriously and implement reasonable safeguards to protect your data. This includes:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest.
• Regular software updates and vulnerability monitoring.
• Access controls and audit logs for internal use.

11. International Users

If you use BUCOREL from outside India, your data may be processed and stored in India or other countries where our servers are located. By using BUCOREL, you consent to this transfer, even if your country has different data protection laws.

12. Children’s Privacy

BUCOREL is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn that we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you through the platform or by email. The latest version will always be available at bucorel.com/privacy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Business Computing Research Laboratory, India