Privacy Policy

How we protect and handle your personal information

Effective Date: February 16, 2026 | Last Updated: February 16, 2026

1. Introduction

Local Shopping Portal ("Platform", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our e-commerce marketplace platform.

This policy complies with:

  • Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act)
  • Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
  • Other applicable Indian laws and regulations

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information:

For Customers:
  • Full name and contact details
  • Email address and phone number
  • Delivery address and location coordinates
  • Payment information (processed securely)
  • Order history and preferences
For Sellers:
  • Business name and registration details
  • Owner/representative information
  • Business address and contact details
  • Bank account details for payments
  • Business licenses and certifications

2.2 Location Information

  • GPS Coordinates: For local shop discovery and delivery
  • IP Address: For security and fraud prevention
  • Device Location: With your explicit consent

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Platform Services

  • Account Management: Creating and maintaining user accounts
  • Order Processing: Facilitating purchases and payments
  • Local Discovery: Connecting customers with nearby sellers
  • Delivery Coordination: Managing local delivery services
  • Customer Support: Providing assistance and resolving issues

4. Data Security

Encryption

Data encrypted in transit and at rest

Access Controls

Limited access to personal information

Regular Audits

Security assessments and updates

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Control

  • View your personal data
  • Update inaccurate information
  • Delete your account and data
  • Export your information

5.2 Communication Preferences

  • Unsubscribe from marketing
  • Control notifications
  • Manage location services
  • Control cookie settings

6. Location Services

6.1 Location Collection

We collect location data to:

  • Show you nearby local shops
  • Calculate accurate delivery distances
  • Optimize delivery routes
  • Provide better local shopping experience

7. Data Retention

Data Type Retention Period Reason
Account Information Until account deletion Service provision
Order Data 7 years Tax compliance
Location Data Until disabled Local services
Communication Records 3 years Support purposes

8. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions and concerns:

Privacy Officer

privacy@localshoppingportal.com

Phone

+91-XXXXXXXXXX

Address

Your Business Address

By using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and will continue to update our practices to ensure the highest standards of data protection.