Privacy & Policy

Privacy Policy

At Circlebond India Private Limited, we value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you interact with our mobile application BookMyDriver™, our websites, and other services (collectively, the "Services"). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Introduction

Circlebond India Private Limited ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our customers, users, and visitors ("you" or "your"). We understand that privacy is a fundamental right, and we respect your ability to control your personal information. This Privacy Policy provides a detailed overview of the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it, and how we safeguard it.

This policy applies to all users of the BookMyDriver™ application and associated services, and is designed in compliance with applicable data protection regulations including but not limited to the Information Technology Act, 2000 (India), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where applicable.

2. Definitions

  • Personal Information: Information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.
  • Processing: Any operation performed on personal information, whether automated or manual.
  • Data Subject: The individual whose personal data is being collected and processed.
  • Controller: The entity that determines the purpose and means of processing personal data.

3. Information We Collect

We collect personal information directly from you, automatically through your use of our Services, and from third parties.

a. Information You Provide

When you register for an account on BookMyDriver™, interact with customer service, or make use of any feature of our Services, you may provide us with:

  • Full name
  • Mobile number
  • Email address
  • Pickup and drop location details
  • Payment method or UPI ID (where applicable)
  • Driver license number and address (for drivers)
  • Other relevant documents for identity or verification purposes

b. Information We Collect Automatically

When you use the BookMyDriver™ app or website, we automatically collect certain information, such as:

  • IP address
  • Device model, type, and identifiers
  • Operating system and app version
  • Location data (GPS coordinates)
  • Log and usage information (e.g., dates, times, and usage features)

c. Information from Third Parties

We may collect additional data from third-party sources including:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Social login providers (e.g., Google or Facebook, if used)
  • Payment gateways
  • Background verification agencies (for driver verification)

4. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal information to:

  • Provide and maintain the BookMyDriver™ app and associated services
  • Facilitate booking, trip management, and customer-driver matching
  • Verify identity and documents (for both drivers and customers)
  • Communicate transactional updates (e.g., OTPs, trip details)
  • Process and manage payments
  • Send service-related notifications and alerts
  • Improve and personalize the user experience
  • Monitor usage and perform data analytics
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

5. Legal Bases for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases to process your personal information:

  • Consent: Where you have explicitly granted us permission to process your data.
  • Performance of Contract: When processing is necessary to provide you the Services.
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws or respond to lawful requests.
  • Legitimate Interest: When processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests and not overridden by your rights.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your data with trusted third parties only when necessary and with appropriate data safeguards:

  • With third-party service providers such as payment processors, background check agencies, and cloud service providers
  • With government or law enforcement authorities, if required under applicable law
  • With analytics and advertising providers, only in aggregate or anonymized form where possible
  • In case of a merger, acquisition, or corporate restructuring, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction

All such disclosures are made with contractual protections in place to safeguard your personal data.

Vehicle Condition Documentation

The Driver shall, prior to the commencement of each trip, capture photographic images of the Vehicle for the purpose of documenting its pre-trip condition. Upon completion of the trip, such photographic records may be used for comparison against the post-trip condition of the Vehicle. These records shall constitute admissible evidence in determining liability for any damage, misuse, or discrepancy arising in relation to the Vehicle, and the Company reserves the right to rely upon such records in any dispute resolution proceedings.

7. International Transfers

As Circlebond India Private Limited operates primarily in India, your data is stored within India. However, in certain cases, data may be processed or accessed by service providers located in other countries. In such instances, we ensure adequate data protection standards are met, such as through data processing agreements and contractual clauses.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required under law. This typically includes:

  • Customer and trip records: retained for at least 5 years for tax and regulatory purposes
  • Driver verification documents: retained during the active period and for a reasonable duration post-termination
  • Communication logs: retained for internal audits and support

After this period, we securely delete or anonymize the data.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct or update inaccuracies in your data
  • Request deletion of your account or data (subject to legal limitations)
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (if applicable)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

10. Security Measures

We are committed to protecting your data and implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • End-to-end encryption during data transmission
  • Access control policies to restrict employee access
  • Regular audits, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests
  • Secure hosting infrastructure with firewalls and backups

Please note that no online system can be guaranteed 100% secure, but we continuously strive to protect your information.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The BookMyDriver™ website and app may use cookies or similar technologies for analytics, session management, and user preferences. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features may not function properly without them.

12. Children's Data

Our Services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from them. If we discover that we have collected information from a child without proper consent, we will take steps to delete the data promptly.

13. Third-Party Services

Our Services may include links to external sites or integrate with third-party platforms (e.g., Google Maps for route tracking). We are not responsible for their data practices and encourage you to read their privacy policies before interacting with them.

14. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in legal, regulatory, or operational requirements. We will notify you of any significant updates via the BookMyDriver™ app, website, or email. Continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Circlebond India Private Limited
NO.17/316, Alingal House,
Karikkad PO, Kadavallur,
Karikkad, Talappilly,
Thrissur- 680519, Kerala
Email: info@book-mydriver.com
Phone: +91 80892 02880

We are committed to resolving your privacy concerns in a fair and timely manner.