This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how MrUniverse Org (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects the personal information of visitors and users (“you” or “your”) of our website, mruniverse.co.in (“Website”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data in compliance with the laws of India, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).

By accessing or using our Website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide you with the best possible experience and to operate our event effectively. The types of personal information we may collect include:

• Information you provide to us directly: This includes information you submit when you register for an event, sign up for a newsletter, fill out a contact form, or apply to be a contestant. This may include your name, email address, phone number, physical address, date of birth, and other details relevant to your participation or inquiry.

• Information from contestants: If you apply to be a contestant, we may collect more detailed personal information, including your background, professional information, photos, videos, and other details necessary for the pageant.

• Automatic data collection: When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and the duration of your visit. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect this information.

2. Purpose of Data Collection and Usage

We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To provide and manage your access to our Website and its services.

• To process event registrations, ticket purchases, and contestant applications.

• To send you newsletters, updates, and promotional materials related to the MrUniverse pageant, but only with your consent.

• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.

• To improve our Website, services, and user experience.

• To comply with legal obligations and to protect our rights and interests.

• For internal research, analysis, and event planning.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We are committed to not selling, trading, or renting your personal information to others. We may share your information with third parties only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website, conducting our business, or providing services to you (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, email marketing services). These parties are obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.

• Contestants and Partners: If you are a contestant, your profile information, including photos and videos, may be shared with the public and our partners for promotional purposes related to the pageant.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with legal processes, protect our rights or property, or ensure the safety of our users or the public.

• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our Website before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4. Your Rights and Choices

In accordance with the DPDP Act and other applicable laws, you have certain rights concerning your personal data. You may:

• Access: Request to access the personal information we hold about you.

• Correction: Request the correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before you withdraw your consent.

• Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual requirements.

• Opt-out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from our marketing communications by following the “unsubscribe” link in any email you receive from us.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Grievance Officer using the details provided below.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security practices and procedures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. We use secure servers, encryption, and other technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Grievance Officer

In accordance with the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, and the DPDP Act, we have appointed a Grievance Officer to address any complaints or concerns regarding your privacy or data processing.

Grievance Officer:

• Name: Sunny Mishra

• Email: info@mruniverse.co.in

• Address: Sector 19, Indira Nagar, Lucknow – 226016

The Grievance Officer will acknowledge and respond to your complaint within a reasonable time frame.

7. Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. This Policy does not apply to those websites. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date at the top. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

If you have any questions about this policy or need further assistance, please feel free to contact our support team at info@mruniverse.co.in.