PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: June 17, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy describes how Social Beat Digital Limited (UK), Social Beat, Inc. (USA), and SP Studioz (OPC) Private Limited (India) (collectively "Social Beat Digital," "Company," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects information about you when you visit our website located at socialbeatdigital.com (the "Site") and use our social media marketing, digital marketing, website design, and reputation management services (the "Services").

By using our Site or Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site or use our Services.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, company name, and mailing address

  • Account Information: Username, password, and account preferences for our client portal

  • Project Information: Details about your marketing goals, brand guidelines, target audience, campaign preferences, and business objectives

  • Client Platform Access: Login credentials and access permissions for social media accounts, websites, and other digital platforms (when required for service delivery)

  • Content Materials: Images, videos, text, logos, and other creative assets you provide for campaigns

  • Payment Information: Billing address and payment method details (processed securely through our payment processors)

  • Communications: Messages, feedback, project briefs, and correspondence you send to us

  • Professional Information: Job title, company information, industry details, and business demographics

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Device Information: Hardware model, operating system, browser type and version, IP address, and unique device identifiers

  • Usage Information: Pages viewed, links clicked, referring/exit pages, date and time of visits, session duration, and other usage statistics

  • Location Information: Approximate geographic location based on IP address

  • Analytics Information: Data collected through Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, and similar analytics services

  • Cookie Information: Data collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, such as:

  • Social Media Platforms: Analytics and insights from platforms where we manage your presence (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.)

  • Payment Processors: Transaction information from our payment processing partners

  • Marketing Partners: Information from partners with whom we collaborate on campaigns

  • Third-Party Tools: Data from SEO tools, email marketing platforms, and other marketing software

  • Public Sources: Publicly available information relevant to your business or industry

2.4 Client Account Data

When providing Services that require access to your accounts, we may process:

  • Social Media Data: Posts, comments, messages, analytics, and follower information

  • Website Analytics: Traffic data, user behavior, and conversion metrics

  • Advertising Data: Campaign performance, audience insights, and ad spend information

  • Email Marketing Data: Subscriber lists, campaign metrics, and engagement data

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our digital marketing and website design services

  • Campaign Management: To create, manage, and optimize your marketing campaigns and social media presence

  • Performance Reporting: To analyze campaign effectiveness and provide detailed reports and insights

  • Communication: To respond to inquiries, send project updates, share reports, and provide customer support

  • Payment Processing: To process transactions, send invoices, and manage billing

  • Marketing: To send our newsletters, case studies, and service updates (with your consent)

  • Analytics: To analyze usage patterns, improve our Site and Services, and develop new offerings

  • Quality Assurance: To monitor service quality and ensure deliverable standards

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

  • Business Operations: To detect fraud, prevent abuse, ensure security, and protect our intellectual property

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with carefully selected third-party service providers, including:

  • Hosting Providers: For website and data hosting

  • Payment Processors: For secure payment processing

  • Analytics Services: Google Analytics, Facebook Analytics, and similar services

  • Marketing Tools: Email platforms, social media management tools, SEO tools

  • Cloud Storage: For secure data storage and backup

  • Communication Tools: For project management and client communication

  • Design Software: Adobe Creative Cloud and other design platforms

4.2 Platform Requirements

We may share information as required by platforms where we manage your presence (Facebook, Google, Instagram, etc.) solely for service delivery purposes.

4.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred with appropriate confidentiality safeguards.

4.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights and safety.

4.5 Consent

We may share your information with your explicit consent or at your direction.

5. DATA SECURITY

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission

  • Access Controls: Role-based access with multi-factor authentication

  • Secure Storage: Encrypted data storage with regular backups

  • Security Audits: Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing

  • Employee Training: Mandatory data protection and confidentiality training

  • Incident Response: Established procedures for security breach response

  • Account Security: Secure handling of client platform credentials with restricted access

  • Data Minimization: Collection and retention of only necessary information

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

6.1 Access and Update

You have the right to access, review, and update your personal information by contacting us.

6.2 Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving our promotional communications by:

  • Following unsubscribe instructions in emails

  • Contacting us directly

  • Adjusting your communication preferences

6.3 Data Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.

6.4 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.

6.5 Restriction of Processing

You may request that we limit the processing of your personal information under certain circumstances.

6.6 Do Not Track

Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals.

6.7 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including:

  • The right to know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell

  • The right to delete personal information

  • The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)

  • The right to non-discrimination

6.8 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, you have additional rights under data protection laws, including:

  • The right to access your personal data

  • The right to rectification

  • The right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")

  • The right to restrict processing

  • The right to data portability

  • The right to object to processing

  • The right to withdraw consent

  • The right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

6.9 Indian Privacy Rights

Indian residents have rights under applicable Indian data protection laws, including the right to access, correct, and control the use of personal information.

7. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information based on the following schedule:

  • Active Project Data: Duration of project plus 5 years

  • Client Account Credentials: Deleted immediately upon project completion or termination

  • Financial Records: 7 years for tax and accounting compliance

  • Marketing Communications: Until opt-out or 3 years of inactivity

  • Analytics Data: 26 months

  • Campaign Performance Data: 3 years from campaign completion

  • Portfolio Materials: Indefinitely (unless removal requested)

8. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your information may be transferred to and processed in India, the United States, the United Kingdom, or other countries where we or our service providers operate. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:

  • Standard contractual clauses

  • Adequacy decisions

  • Privacy Shield frameworks (where applicable)

By using our Services, you consent to such transfers.

9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our Site and Services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it immediately.

10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms and partner sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Maintain session information

  • Analyze Site usage

  • Personalize your experience

  • Measure advertising effectiveness

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

12. CLIENT DATA PROCESSING

When we process data on behalf of our clients (as a data processor), we:

  • Process data only according to client instructions

  • Maintain confidentiality of all client data

  • Implement appropriate security measures

  • Assist clients with their data protection obligations

  • Delete or return data upon service termination

13. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our Site

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date

  • Sending email notification for significant changes

14. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Social Beat Digital

Data Protection Officer: Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 650-285-8952

India Office (Primary): SP Studioz (OPC) Private Limited 171 Behind ZP School, Ukhali (KH) Harangul, Gangakhed Maharashtra 431514, India

USA Office: Social Beat, Inc. 131 Continental Drive, Suite 305 Newark, DE 19713, USA

UK Office: Social Beat Digital Limited 128 City Road London, EC1V 2NX United Kingdom

For privacy-specific inquiries, please email us with "Privacy Request" in the subject line.

Your privacy is important to us. This policy reflects our commitment to protecting your personal information and maintaining transparency in our data practices.