Privacy Policy | NXT 100 Awards

This Privacy Policy (the "Policy") outlines how NXT 100 Awards (the "Organizer," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, processes, and protects the personal information of participants and users of our website.

In accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India) and other applicable data protection laws, this Policy ensures that your personal data is handled with the highest standards of confidentiality and security.

Information We Collect

We collect personal data only to the extent necessary for the administration of the awards and the optimization of our services. The data collected is categorized as follows:

1.1 Standard Registration Data

Name, mobile number, and email address are collected from all entrants at the time of registration.

1.2 Logistics Data

Physical residential or studio addresses are collected exclusively from trophy winners for the purpose of shipping and delivery.

1.3 Financial Data

Bank account details (Account Number, IFSC, etc.) are collected exclusively from domestic (Indian) winners eligible for monetary prizes to facilitate secure fund transfers.

1.4 Technical Data

Information such as IP addresses, browser types, and cookies may be collected to improve website performance and user experience.

Purpose of Data Processing

Your personal data is processed based on your clear affirmative consent for the following "specified purposes":

To administer and manage competition entries.
To communicate important updates, results, and notifications regarding the NXT 100 Awards.
To verify eligibility (e.g., student or professional status).
To facilitate the disbursement of prize money and the delivery of physical trophies.
To comply with statutory tax obligations (e.g., TDS filings for monetary awards).

Non-Disclosure and Third-Party Transfers

The Organizer is committed to maintaining the strict confidentiality of your personal data.

3.1 Zero-Sale Policy

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

3.2 Limited Disclosure

Your data will only be shared with third-party service providers (such as secure payment gateways, courier/logistics partners, or tax consultants) strictly to the extent required to fulfill the "specified purposes" mentioned in Section 2.

3.3 Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or government regulation.

Data Security

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data. Sensitive information, particularly bank account details, is processed through encrypted systems. However, while we strive to protect your data, no method of electronic transmission is 100% secure, and the User acknowledges this inherent risk.

Age Restriction - Minors

Our services are strictly intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a minor without parental/guardian consent, we will delete that information immediately.

Data Retention and Withdrawal of Consent

We retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal, tax, or regulatory requirements.

You may withdraw your consent for data processing at any time by contacting us. Note that withdrawal of consent may result in the disqualification of your entry or inability to receive awards.

Amendments to this Policy

The Organizer reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our internal processes. Any such changes will be posted on this page. Continued use of our services following the publication of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

Contact Information and Grievance Redressal

If you have any questions, concerns, or grievances regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact our Data Protection Liaison at contact@nxt100awards.com.