Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Pre Free Fantasy ("we," "us," "our," or "the Platform"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information when you use our fantasy cricket platform.

Pre Free Fantasy is a 100% free, skill-based fantasy cricket platform designed for entertainment and skill development. We respect your privacy rights and comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 (DPDP Rules).

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal data to provide and improve our services:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Registration:

• Full name
• Email address
• Mobile number
• Date of birth (to verify you are 18 years or older)
• Username and password
• State/location (to ensure compliance with state restrictions)

Profile Information:

• Profile picture (optional)
• Bio or description (optional)
• Preferences and settings

Team Creation and Contest Participation:

• Fantasy teams you create
• Players you select
• Captain and vice-captain choices
• Contest entries
• Performance history and statistics

Communication:

• Messages you send through contact forms
• Support requests and inquiries
• Feedback and suggestions
• Email correspondence

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data:

• Pages visited and features used
• Time spent on the Platform
• Click patterns and navigation paths
• Device information (type, model, operating system)
• Browser type and version
• IP address and location data
• Session information

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

Social Media:

If you choose to register or log in using social media accounts (Facebook, Google, etc.), we may receive basic profile information from those platforms.

Analytics Providers:

We use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand user behavior and improve our Platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data for the following lawful purposes:

2.1 Platform Functionality

• Account Management: Create and manage your user account
• Team Creation: Enable you to create fantasy cricket teams
• Contest Participation: Allow you to join and participate in contests
• Scoring and Leaderboards: Calculate points and display rankings
• Notifications: Send updates about matches, contests, and platform features

2.2 Communication

• Service Updates: Inform you about platform changes, new features, and important announcements
• Support: Respond to your inquiries, questions, and support requests
• Marketing: Send promotional emails about contests, tips, and cricket news (with your consent; you can opt-out anytime)

2.3 Platform Improvement

• Analytics: Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Research: Conduct internal research to enhance features and services
• Bug Fixes: Identify and resolve technical issues
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats

2.4 Legal Compliance

• Age Verification: Ensure all users are 18 years or older
• State Restrictions: Prevent users from restricted states from accessing the Platform
• Legal Obligations: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Dispute Resolution: Resolve disputes and enforce our Terms & Conditions

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the DPDP Act, we process your personal data based on:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes
• Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contract with you (Terms & Conditions)
• Legal Obligation: Processing is required to comply with legal requirements
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests (platform improvement, security, fraud prevention)

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

However, we may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Platform:

• Hosting Providers: Store and manage our servers and databases
• Analytics Tools: Help us understand user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Email Services: Send transactional and promotional emails
• Security Services: Protect against fraud and security threats

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government authority, or to:

• Comply with legal processes
• Enforce our Terms & Conditions
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities
• Respond to emergency situations

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change and ensure your data remains protected.

4.4 Aggregated and Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized data (which cannot identify you) with partners, researchers, or the public for analysis, reporting, or marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical, organizational, and administrative security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Security Measures Include:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted during transmission (SSL/TLS) and at rest
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to personal data
• Secure Servers: Data is stored on secure servers with firewalls and intrusion detection
• Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Employee Training: Our team is trained on data protection and security best practices

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Retention Periods:

• Active Accounts: Data is retained as long as your account is active
• Inactive Accounts: If your account is inactive for 3 years, we may delete or anonymize your data
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax records, dispute resolution)
• Consent Withdrawal: If you withdraw consent or request deletion, we will delete your data within 30 days (subject to legal obligations)

7. Your Rights as a Data Principal

Under the DPDP Act, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

7.1 Right to Access

You can request access to the personal data we hold about you. We will provide a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used format.

7.2 Right to Correction

If your personal data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request correction or update it through your account settings.

7.3 Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)

You can request deletion of your personal data. We will delete your data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal reasons.

7.4 Right to Withdraw Consent

You can withdraw your consent for data processing at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.

7.5 Right to Nominate

You can nominate another person to exercise your rights in the event of your death or incapacity.

7.6 Right to Grievance Redressal

If you have concerns about how we handle your data, you can lodge a complaint with us or with the Data Protection Board of India.

How to Exercise Your Rights:

8. Children's Privacy

If we discover that we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us at privacy@prefreefantasy.com.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on the Platform.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Platform to function (e.g., login sessions, security)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Platform (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Track your activity to show relevant advertisements (if applicable)

Managing Cookies:

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Platform.

10. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that may compromise your personal data, we will:

• Notify the Data Protection Board of India immediately
• Notify affected users within 72 hours
• Provide details of the breach, its impact, and remedial measures taken
• Take steps to mitigate harm and prevent future breaches

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Platform features.

How We Notify You:

• We will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• For significant changes, we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on the Platform
• Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Consent