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Privacy Policy — Index Cloud

Last updated: October 28, 2025

Effective from: October 28, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Index Informatics Systems Pvt. Ltd. ("Index, "we", "us", "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information when you use the Index Cloud mobile apps (Android/iOS) and web app (together, the "Services"). This Policy applies to users in India only.

If you have questions, contact us at info.indexinformatics@gmail.com or see Contact Us below.

1) Who we are

Entity: Index Informatics Systems Pvt. Ltd.

Registered address: HIG-25, Panampilly Nagar, Ernakulam, Kerala, India, 682036

Support / Privacy email: info.indexinformatics@gmail.com

Phone: +91-87141-37672

Data Protection Officer (DPO): Abraham Benny — abrahambennyy@gmail.com

2) What we do

Index Cloud lets residential owners, installers/partners, and enterprises view solar system production remotely by connecting the system to Wi-Fi.

3) The data we collect

3.1 Account & profile

Mandatory: phone number, email (for registration, authentication, and problem notifications)

Optional: installer/dealer code (to manage multiple sites), address & country/region, language

Identifiers created by us: app account ID

3.2 Device, app, and network

Collected: IP address (deleted after session), time zone, OS version, device model, browser/app info

Wi-Fi context: SSID/BSSID/MAC (where available), Wi-Fi status and signal strength, to confirm the system is online and transmitting data accurately

Crash & performance logs: collected to improve stability (optional in settings)

Not collected: hardware advertising IDs (OAID/IDFA), other virtual IDs unless we introduce them later (we currently do not use them)

3.3 Location & maps

Precise location: only if you opt in (e.g., for plant creation or navigation)

Map providers: Google Maps and Apple Maps

3.4 Energy / plant data (when the system is online via Wi-Fi)

Plant name/type/location, installed capacity

Inverter/meter telemetry: real-time power, generation/consumption, battery charge/discharge, import/export kWh

Fault codes, events, timestamps

Device serial numbers and model details

3.5 Clipboard & OTP

Clipboard/OTP read: only for one-time passwords during registration/login; handled on-device and not stored.

3.6 Children

Minimum age: 14+. If we become aware that a child under 14 used the Services without required consent, we'll delete associated data.

4) Why we use your data (purposes & legal bases)

Provide and operate the Services (account creation, telemetry display, remote viewing) — contract necessity

Keep services secure (login records, fraud/abuse prevention) — legitimate interests; legal obligations

Troubleshoot and improve (crash/performance logs) — consent/legitimate interests

Send service notifications (device offline, faults) — contract necessity/legitimate interests; you can opt out of notifications

Show maps/navigation — consent (location; you can opt out)

Customer support & communications — contract necessity/legitimate interests

We do not run ads and do not sell personal data.

5) Permissions we request (mobile)

Location: create plant, navigation — optional, can be disabled

Camera: scan QR codes / add photos — optional (you can enter serial numbers manually)

Photos/Media/Storage: firmware/log downloads, avatar upload — basic app necessity

WLAN / Nearby devices: connect system to Wi-Fi for remote view — required for that feature

Notifications: alerts for offline devices/faults/parameter changes — optional

Bluetooth / Phone/Call / Auto-start/background: not required (app does not run in background)

You can grant/revoke any optional permission in your device settings. Some features may not function without related permissions.

6) Cookies (web app / website)

We use essential cookies to operate the site. Any analytics or preference cookies are opt-in only via a consent banner. See the Cookies Policy below.

7) Sharing your information

We only share personal data:

We do not use third-party SDKs for analytics, ads, push, or DNS at this time. If that changes, we'll update this Policy and list each SDK, purpose, and data types.

8) Plant sharing

If you share a plant, only the data you choose (e.g., telemetry; optionally location) is shown to the invited user(s). You can stop sharing at any time in the app.

9) International data transfers

Servers: India

We do not routinely transfer personal data outside India. If that changes, we will implement appropriate transfer safeguards and update this Policy.

10) Security

We use industry-standard safeguards, including encryption in transit/at rest, access controls, and internal audits. If a data incident occurs, we will notify affected users by email and comply with applicable law.

11) Retention

Default retention (account/telemetry/logs): up to 2 years or as required by law.

After deletion request/account closure: we complete deletion within 30 days, retaining only what we must for legal/compliance purposes.

IP addresses: deleted after the session ends.

12) Your rights

Within India, you can:

How to exercise: in-app My → Account Info / Account & Security → Cancel Account (where available) or email info.indexinformatics@gmail.com. We aim to respond promptly and within applicable statutory timelines.

13) Children's data

The Services are for users 14+.

If a minor uses the Services, we rely on parental/guardian authorization where required.

If you believe a child under 14 has used the Services without proper consent, contact us and we will remove the data.

Note: We may check age signals (e.g., platform account settings), but platform signals alone may not be definitive—please contact us if you have concerns.

14) Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. When we do, we'll notify you in-app, by email, or via a website banner and update the "Last updated" and "Effective" dates above. Continued use after the effective date means you accept the updated Policy.

15) Contact Us

Index Informatics Systems Pvt. Ltd.
HIG-25, Panampilly Nagar, Ernakulam, Kerala, India — 682036
Email: info.indexinformatics@gmail.com
Phone: +91-87141-37672
In-app: Support/Feedback

Cookies Policy — Index Cloud (India)

Last updated: October 28, 2025

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help sites function and remember preferences. We also use local storage with similar purposes.

How we use cookies

Strictly necessary (always on): to sign you in, keep your session, and route traffic securely.

Preferences (opt-in): remember language or display settings.

Analytics (opt-in): understand basic usage to improve reliability—only if you consent.

We do not use advertising cookies.

Managing cookies

On first visit, you'll see a consent banner allowing you to Accept all, Reject non-essential, or Manage preferences. You can also clear or block cookies in your browser settings; essential features may not work without strictly necessary cookies.

Contact

Questions about cookies? info.indexinformatics@gmail.com

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