This privacy policy applies to https://traverse-universe.com, operated by Traverse Universe Pvt. Ltd. It outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our services.
🛡️ Commitment to Privacy
At Traverse, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with applicable Indian data protection laws and international standards where applicable.
🍪 Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. On your first visit, you'll have the option to accept or reject cookies.
- Purpose: These cookies help us analyze site performance and deliver tailored content.
- Analytics: We use tools like Google Analytics, which track usage trends without collecting personally identifiable information.
- Third-Party Cookies: Occasionally used for advertising or affiliate links. These typically expire within 30 days.
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via your browser settings or our website's cookie manager.
🔗 External Links
Traverse may include links to third-party websites for your convenience. Please note:
- These sites have their own privacy policies.
- We are not responsible for their content or practices.
- Use such links at your own discretion.
📩 Email Communication
When you subscribe to updates or newsletters from Traverse:
- You agree to receive communications about news, updates, or promotions.
- You may opt out at any time via the unsubscribe link included in emails.
📢 Advertising & Sponsored Content
Our website may feature sponsored articles or ads provided by our partners. These may use cookies or tracking tools to measure interaction.
- Clicking on ads or sponsored links is at your own risk.
- Traverse is not liable for outcomes resulting from engagement with third-party content.
📱 Social Media Interaction
Your engagement with Traverse on social platforms (e.g., Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter) is governed by those platforms' policies.
- Traverse will never request sensitive personal information via social media.
- For official support, always use our designated contact forms or support email.
🔗 Shortened URLs
Occasionally, we may share shortened URLs (e.g., bit.ly) on our social media or campaigns.
- These are safe when shared directly by Traverse.
- Use caution with unofficial links to avoid scams or spam.
🔍 Data Collection Overview
1. Who Collects the Data?
Traverse Universe Pvt. Ltd., based in India, is the primary data controller.
2. What We Collect
We may collect:
- Name, email, and contact information
- User submissions (text, video, feedback)
- Geolocation data (only with consent)
- Usage and behavior data via cookies and analytics tools
3. Purpose of Use
We use your data for:
- Delivering and improving services
- Sending updates and relevant communication
- Analyzing engagement for product development
- Legal and security compliance
4. Legal Grounds
Our processing is based on:
- Your consent
- Legitimate business interests
- Legal obligations where applicable
🤝 Data Sharing & International Transfers
We may share data with:
- Internal teams and service providers (on a need-to-know basis)
- Partners or juries (in pseudonymized format, when applicable)
- Legal authorities if required
- Third parties during mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring (with proper safeguards)
Some data may be transferred outside India (e.g., to U.S. servers), with appropriate safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses.
🗃️ Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for, or as required by law.
🔐 Security
Traverse employs technical and organizational measures to secure your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss.
📍 Location Data
Location data is collected only with your explicit consent, for features like regional content or service customization. You may disable this via your device settings.
🙋 Your Rights
Depending on applicable law, you have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information
- Restrict or object to certain data processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability (where applicable)
- File a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise these rights, please contact us via our official contact form on the website.
🔄 Changes to This Policy
Traverse may periodically update this Privacy Policy. Material changes will be communicated via the website or email, where applicable.
Last Updated: June 2025