Effective Date: May 25, 2026
Last Updated: May 25, 2026
At Hereco, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you use our Services — including our social platform, news blog, podcast, and show content (collectively, the “Services”).
By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email address, username, password, and profile picture when you register.
- Profile Information: Bio, links, interests, or other details you choose to add to your profile.
- User Content: Posts, comments, messages, and other content you submit through the Services.
- Communications: Messages you send us directly, including support requests or grievance submissions.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, clicks, and interactions with the Services.
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and language settings.
- Log Data: Server logs, error reports, and activity timestamps.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Services, remember your preferences, and analyze usage. See Section 7 for more details.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
- If you sign in using a third-party service (such as Google), we receive basic profile information from that provider as permitted by your settings there.
- We may receive analytics or advertising data from third-party partners.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account
- Provide, operate, and improve the Services
- Personalize your experience and content recommendations
- Send you service-related notifications and updates
- Respond to your support requests and grievances
- Monitor and enforce our Terms of Service
- Comply with legal obligations under Indian law, including the IT Act, 2000 and IT Rules, 2021
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
- Analyze usage trends and improve platform performance
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate the Services (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics, email delivery). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or government authority, including under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and applicable Indian regulations.
3.3 Protection of Rights
We may disclose information when we believe it is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Hereco, our users, or the public.
3.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
3.5 With Your Consent
We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at legal@hereco.xyz. We will process deletion requests within 30 days, subject to legal retention obligations.
Some data may be retained for longer periods where required by law or for legitimate business purposes such as fraud prevention or dispute resolution.
5. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- Objection: Object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing.
- Portability: Request your data in a portable, machine-readable format.
- Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at legal@hereco.xyz. We will respond within 30 days.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include encrypted connections (HTTPS/TLS), access controls, and regular security reviews.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and encourage you to use a strong, unique password for your account.
7. Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Keep you logged in across sessions
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze how the Services are used
- Improve performance and user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features of the Services.
8. Third-Party Services
Our Services may contain links to or integrations with third-party platforms (e.g., social media, podcast hosts, video players). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before interacting with them.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at legal@hereco.xyz.
10. International Users
Hereco is operated from India. If you access the Services from outside India, your information may be transferred to and processed in India. By using the Services, you consent to this transfer. We will handle your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable Indian law.
11. Compliance with Indian Law
Hereco complies with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. As required by applicable law:
- We have appointed a Grievance Officer to address privacy-related complaints.
- Grievances will be acknowledged within 24 hours and resolved within 15 days.
- Users may contact the Grievance Officer at: legal@hereco.xyz
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Hereco
Email: legal@hereco.xyz
Website: https://hereco.xyz