Affiliate Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At TicketStockMarket.in (the "Platform," "we," "us," or "our"), we take your privacy seriously. This Affiliate Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you register as an Affiliate Partner and participate in our Affiliate Program.

This policy applies specifically to Affiliates (also referred to as "you" or "your") using the Platform. For information on how we handle customer data, please refer to our general Privacy Policy.

By registering as an Affiliate and using our Platform, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you register as an Affiliate, we collect the following information:

• Contact Information: Full name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Account Credentials: Username, password, and security questions for account access
• Payment Information: Bank account details, PayPal information, or other payment method details for commissions payouts
• Profile Information: Website URL, social media links, promotional channels, and areas of interest
• Tax Information: Tax identification number, VAT registration, and other tax-related documentation as required
• Promotional Materials: Content you create or share for promoting the Platform

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

We automatically collect certain information when you use the Platform:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and mobile network information
• Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, actions taken, time spent, and frequency of use
• Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address or GPS data (with your consent)
• Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns

2.3 Performance Data

We collect data related to your affiliate performance:

• Click Data: Number of clicks on your affiliate links
• Conversion Data: Number of sales generated through your links
• Commission Data: Commission earned, payout history, and performance metrics
• Customer Data: Aggregated data on customers who purchased through your links (anonymized where possible)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Account Management: To create and maintain your affiliate account, provide support, and communicate with you about your account
• Commission Tracking & Payouts: To track referrals, calculate commissions, and process payouts
• Verification & Compliance: To verify your identity, promotional methods, and compliance with our Terms
• Performance Analytics: To provide you with real-time analytics, performance reports, and insights
• Marketing & Communication: To send you updates, promotional offers, newsletters, and information about new features (you may opt out at any time)
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests
• Fraud Prevention: To detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, security breaches, and prohibited activities
• Program Optimization: To improve our Affiliate Program and develop new features

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share your personal information with the following parties:

• Customers: Your public profile information (name, website) may be visible to customers if you are featured in our marketing materials
• Payment Processors: We share payment information with third-party payment processors to facilitate commission payouts
• Service Providers: We share data with third-party service providers who help us operate the Platform (e.g., hosting, analytics, customer support, email delivery)
• Government & Regulatory Authorities: We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or government regulations
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity

5. Affiliate Performance Data

Your affiliate performance data (clicks, conversions, commissions) is:

• Visible to You: You can access your complete performance data through your affiliate dashboard
• Visible to Us: We use this data for program management, optimization, and fraud prevention
• Aggregated Reporting: We may use aggregated performance data for reporting and marketing purposes, but this data will be anonymized and not identify you personally
• Third-Party Analytics: We may share anonymized performance data with third-party analytics providers to improve our services

6. Your Privacy Rights

As an Affiliate, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request restrictions on how we process your data
• Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: You can object to certain processing activities, including direct marketing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent for processing activities that rely on your consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at legal@ticketstockmarket.in. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: All data transmitted between your device and our Platform is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
• Access Controls: Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis
• Secure Storage: Data is stored in secure databases with encryption at rest
• Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Incident Response: We have procedures in place to respond to security incidents and data breaches

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including:

• Active Accounts: Information is retained for the duration of your affiliate account and for a reasonable period after account closure
• Legal Compliance: We retain data as required by applicable laws and regulations (e.g., tax records, financial transactions)
• Legitimate Interests: We retain data to protect our legal rights, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

9. Affiliate Responsibilities

As an Affiliate, you have specific responsibilities regarding data privacy:

• Customer Data: If you collect any customer data through your promotional activities, you must comply with all applicable data protection laws
• Data Breach Notification: You must notify us immediately if you suspect any data breach or unauthorized access to customer data
• Privacy Notice: You must clearly disclose in your promotional materials that you are an affiliate and may earn commissions
• Consent: You must obtain appropriate consent before collecting or using any customer data
• Compliance: You must comply with all applicable data protection laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and similar regulations

10. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses approved by relevant regulatory authorities.

11. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your session and authentication status
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze usage patterns and improve the Platform
• Track affiliate referrals and attribution
• Deliver relevant content and advertisements

You can control cookie settings in your browser. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Platform.

12. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child, we will promptly delete it.

13. Third-Party Links

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Affiliate Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our Platform
• Sending an email notification to your registered email address
• Displaying a notice in your Affiliate Dashboard

The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised. Your continued participation in the Affiliate Program after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Affiliate Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

For affiliate-specific inquiries, please contact us at support@ticketstockmarket.in.

16. GDPR & CCPA Compliance

GDPR (EU/UK): If you are located in the European Union or the United Kingdom, you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation. Our data processing is based on:

• Contractual Necessity: Processing necessary for fulfilling our contract with you as an Affiliate
• Legal Obligation: Processing required to comply with tax and regulatory requirements
• Legitimate Interests: Processing for fraud prevention, program optimization, and business operations
• Consent: Processing for marketing and optional features with your explicit consent

CCPA (California): If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act. We do not sell your personal information, and you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect about you
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell)
• Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights