Privacy Policy

PlayForge is India’s vibrant digital platform for innovators, connecting students, professionals, and creatives from Mumbai’s bustling streets to Jaipur’s festive vibrancy. We unite over 400,000 users through gamified learning and networking, featuring games like Chess for strategy, Ludo for teamwork, and Catan for negotiation, infused with India’s cultural spirit.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data as you engage with our platform, whether attending Holi hackathons in Delhi or Diwali sprints in Bengaluru. We prioritize your privacy to ensure a secure experience, from strategizing in Pune to innovating in Hyderabad.

Your trust is key to our community, as vital as a clever move in Chess. We use advanced security to safeguard your data, ensuring accessibility for users in rural Assam or urban Chennai, optimized for diverse devices and connectivity.

PlayForge celebrates India’s passion for innovation through games, blending education and networking. From Chess in Kolkata to Catan in Ahmedabad, our platform fosters creativity and collaboration for users in cities like Kochi and beyond.

• Skill Development: Access digital courses and masterclasses for creative problem-solving in Hindi, Tamil, or Bengali.
• Community Events: Join Holi hackathons in Jaipur or online startup bootcamps in Delhi.
• Game-Based Learning: Use games like Ludo or Catan to build leadership and teamwork skills in Mumbai.
• Regional Meetups: Participate in festival-themed events, like Diwali sprints in Bengaluru.

We collect data to personalize your PlayForge experience across India, from Delhi to Guwahati:

• Name, username, and date of birth to verify eligibility (18+) for users in Chennai or Kochi.
• Email or phone number for account updates and event notifications, like Holi hackathons in Jaipur.
• Optional profile picture to personalize your community presence in Mumbai or Hyderabad.
• Device type and browser details for optimal performance in Bengaluru or rural Assam.
• Language preferences (e.g., Hindi, Tamil) for a localized experience in Kolkata or Madurai.
• Event participation and game preferences to tailor recommendations for users in Pune or Varanasi.

All data collection complies with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

Your data enhances your PlayForge experience across India:

• Manage your profile for seamless access from Mumbai to Madurai.
• Send updates about events, like Diwali sprints in Bengaluru.
• Recommend games or courses based on preferences in Ahmedabad or Kochi.
• Ensure security for users in Nagpur or Varanasi.
• Deliver content in regional languages like Tamil or Bengali for users in Chennai or Kolkata.

We use data responsibly, adhering to India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

PlayForge uses robust security measures to protect your data:

• 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for secure data transmission from Delhi to Dibrugarh.
• Data stored on ISO 27001-certified servers in India.
• Optional two-factor authentication for enhanced account protection.
• 24/7 monitoring to detect suspicious activity in Pune or Imphal.

We comply with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, ensuring safety for users from Jaipur to Salem.

You have control over your data under Indian law:

• Right to Access: Request your data details from Mumbai to Madurai.
• Right to Rectification: Update inaccurate details via settings.
• Right to Deletion: Request account deletion, subject to legal requirements.
• Right to Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential notifications.

Contact our privacy team to exercise these rights, with responses within 14 business days.

We collaborate with trusted third parties to enhance your experience:

• Analytics to improve features, like tracking events in Delhi or Jaipur.
• Cloud storage for secure data hosting in India.
• Communication tools for Telegram and WhatsApp chats during Holi events.

Partners comply with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

We analyze interactions to optimize PlayForge:

• Anonymized data to identify popular events, like Diwali sprints in Bengaluru.
• Performance monitoring for devices in rural Jharkhand or urban Chennai.
• Language usage analytics to support Hindi, Tamil, or Bengali.

Limited data transfers occur with protections:

• Compliance with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
• Encryption during transfers for users in Delhi or Guwahati.

We retain data only as needed:

• Account data is kept while active for users in Mumbai or Madurai.
• Event history to track participation in Jaipur or Kolkata.
• Data is removed upon account deletion, with some anonymized for analytics.

PlayForge is for users aged 18+ per Indian regulations.

We do not collect data from minors and remove it if detected.

PlayForge fosters a community of 400,000+ innovators from Delhi to Dibrugarh, promoting collaboration through games and events.

• Report inappropriate behavior to maintain a positive environment.
• Engage respectfully in Telegram or WhatsApp chats.
• Join festival-themed events, like Holi hackathons in Jaipur.

PlayForge offers features to enhance your experience:

• Community forums for discussions in Mumbai or Kochi.
• Apps optimized for low connectivity in rural Assam.
• Tutorials in Hindi or Tamil for games like Catan.

PlayForge supports offline access for users in areas like Jharkhand:

• Local storage for browsing progress when offline.
• Automatic sync upon reconnection.
• Encrypted local storage for security.

We may update this policy and notify you via:

• Emails to users in Chennai or Chandigarh.
• In-app alerts for users across India.
• Announcements in Telegram or WhatsApp groups.

Questions? Contact our team:

PlayForge ensures accessibility for all:

• Support for Hindi, Tamil, and Bengali for users in Kolkata or Chennai.
• Screen reader compatibility for visually impaired users in Pune.
• Offline functionality for rural areas like Assam.