Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 30, 2025

CreditKiya, operated by Aadhyadabhi.com PVT LTD, with its registered office at OFFICE NO.1064, SILVER BUSINESS POINT, VIP CIRCLE, Utran Branch Post Office, Surat, Gujarat, 394105, is committed to protecting your privacy while delivering seamless bill payment and recharge services across India. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, share, and safeguard your information when you use the CreditKiya mobile application or website (https://creditkiya.com/). By using CreditKiya, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

Note: We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or user feedback. Significant updates will be communicated via email or in-app notifications. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed.

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal data to provide our services effectively:

Personal Data

  • Account Information: During registration, we collect your name, email address, and mobile number to create and manage your account.
  • Biller Details: To fetch bills (e.g., electricity, mobile, or DTH), you may provide details like consumer IDs or account numbers. These are used solely for transaction processing via Bharat Connect and are not retained post-transaction.

Non-Personal Data

  • Payment Records: We store transaction details (e.g., biller, amount, date, status) to maintain your payment history within the app. Payment processing data (e.g., UPI transaction IDs) is handled by third-party UPI apps and not stored by us.
  • Device Data: Anonymized information (e.g., device model, OS version) may be collected to enhance app performance and troubleshoot issues.

Note: We do not collect or store sensitive payment information, such as bank account details or UPI PINs.

2. How We Use Your Data

Your data enables us to deliver a secure and efficient experience. We use it to:

  • Account Management: Set up and maintain your account, authenticate logins, and manage your profile.
  • Payment Processing: Fetch bills via Bharat Connect, initiate payments, process refunds (if needed), and display transaction records.
  • Notifications: Send confirmations, payment reminders, or support updates via email or in-app messages.
  • App Enhancement: Analyze anonymized usage trends to optimize app functionality.
  • Legal Compliance: Comply with Indian regulations, including tax obligations, fraud prevention, or audits.

3. Data Sharing

We share your data only with trusted partners to facilitate services:

  • Bharat Connect: Operated by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), Bharat Connect receives biller-specific details to retrieve bills and process payments. Their privacy policy (available at bharatbillpay.com) governs their data handling.
  • PhonePe (Payment Aggregator): PhonePe processes UPI payments when you use apps like Google Pay, PhonePe, or Paytm. Your payment information is sent directly to these apps, and we do not access or retain it. Their respective privacy policies apply.
  • Regulatory Bodies: We may disclose transaction data to NPCI, PSP banks, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), or law enforcement agencies if required by law. All data is stored in India per regulatory mandates.

No Marketing: We do not share your data with advertisers or third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security and Storage

  • Storage: Your data (e.g., account details, transaction history) is securely stored on Vultr cloud servers in Mumbai, India, in compliance with Indian data protection laws.
  • Security Measures: We use industry-standard encryption (e.g., SSL/TLS) and secure APIs to protect data during transmission and storage. Access is restricted to authorized personnel only.
  • Data Retention: Account information (name, email, mobile number) is deleted immediately upon your request via the app’s account deletion feature. Transaction records may be retained for legal compliance (e.g., tax or audit purposes) and are stored securely in India.

5. Your Data Rights

You have full control over your information:

  • Account Deletion: Delete your account directly in the app, which instantly removes your registration data from our servers. Note that transaction data may be retained for legal compliance.
  • Data Requests: Contact us for additional data access or deletion requests.

6. Third-Party Integrations

CreditKiya integrates with the following services:

  • Bharat Connect: For bill retrieval and payment processing, subject to NPCI’s privacy policy.
  • PhonePe and UPI Apps: For secure payment completion, governed by the privacy policies of PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, or other UPI apps. We are not responsible for the data practices of these third-party services.

7. Cookies

A “cookie” is a small piece of information stored by a web server on a web browser to enhance user experience. We use cookies to:

  • Help remember and process transactions through the CreditKiya platform.
  • Understand and save user preferences for future visits.
  • Compile aggregate data about site traffic and interactions to improve site experiences.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect some features, making your experience less efficient.

8. Children’s Privacy

CreditKiya is designed for users in India with no age restrictions, as it leverages Bharat Connect services available to all eligible users. However, users under 18 should use the app under parental guidance due to its financial nature. We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent. If you believe we have such data, please contact us to request its removal.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or user feedback. Significant updates will be communicated via email or in-app notifications.

10. Contact Information

For questions, support, or data-related inquiries, reach us at:

  • Email: support@creditkiya.com
  • Phone: +91 8156036049
  • Address: CreditKiya, OFFICE NO.1064, SILVER BUSINESS POINT, VIP CIRCLE, Utran Branch Post Office, Surat, Gujarat, 394105
  • Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST, Monday to Saturday

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India.