PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 20/10/2025
Overview and Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using apkaV.in, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use. Your use of the website and services implies consent to the collection and processing of your personal information as outlined below. If you do not agree with this Policy, please do not use our site. (For example, Flipkart’s Privacy Policy similarly states: “By visiting this website, you expressly agree to be bound by the terms of [the Privacy Policy]”[1].)
Information We Collect
apkaV.in collects only the information necessary to process and fulfill orders. This includes:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and any data you enter in your user account or order form. These are standard personal information categories[2].
- Payment Information: Credit card or banking details required to complete transactions. Note that we do not store your full payment details on our servers; payment processing is handled through secure third-party gateways (see below).
In line with data protection best practices, we do not collect any unnecessary personal data. Any sensitive information (e.g. financial credentials) is transmitted directly to our payment processor and is not retained by apkaV.in after the transaction completes[3][4].
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information solely to process orders and manage user accounts. For example, your name, address, and payment data are used to process and fulfill your order, track shipping, and provide order-related updates[3]. Your email is used to send you order confirmations, shipping notices, and (only if you opt in) promotional newsletters[3]. We will never sell your personal information to third parties.
As required by data protection principles (e.g. “storage limitation” under GDPR), we retain your personal data only as long as necessary for these purposes[4]. Once an order is complete and any support issues are resolved, we do not keep your data beyond legal and operational requirements. In any case, we do not use your data for purposes other than fulfilling your orders and, with consent, optional marketing.
User Accounts
apkaV.in allows customers to create user accounts for convenience (order history, faster checkout, etc.). Account information (username, password, saved address) is stored securely through Wix’s systems. You are responsible for keeping your account credentials confidential. You may update or delete your account information at any time via your account settings. Even with an account, we limit stored data to what is needed for your account and transactions; nothing beyond this is stored by us.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and for analytics and advertising:

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the site to function (e.g. shopping cart functionality, logins). Without them, some features of the site would not work properly[5].

• Analytical/Performance Cookies: These track how you use the site (pages visited, time spent) to help us improve site performance. For example, we may use Google Analytics (or similar) to analyze visitor behavior.

• Advertising/Remarketing Cookies: We may use cookies (such as Google Ads pixels or Facebook pixels) to show you targeted ads on third-party sites after you visit apkaV.in. These help us understand which products you viewed and may allow ads for similar products to appear elsewhere on the web.

“Cookies are small data files placed on your device… widely used by website owners to make their website work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information”[6][5]. By using our site, you consent to placement of these cookies. You can disable non-essential cookies via your browser or device settings, but some site functions (like checkout) may not work without essential cookies. Additionally, most advertising cookies can be managed via industry-standard opt-out tools (for example, Google’s Ads Preferences Manager for Google Ads remarketing).
Third-Party Services and Data Security
apkaV.in is built on the Wix platform and integrates secure third-party services for payments and analytics. We do not handle or store sensitive data ourselves; instead, we rely on Wix and other providers to process and protect your information. For instance, payment data is sent directly to our PCI-compliant payment gateway (e.g. PayPal, Stripe), and we never see or retain full card details. Wix employs industry-standard security measures: all data transmissions use SSL/TLS encryption, and Wix maintains PCI DSS certification for payment processing[7][8].
However, it is important to understand that these third-party providers ultimately control your data once it leaves our site. As such, you should also review their privacy policies. In summary:
- Wix and Compliance: Wix provides tools for security and compliance, but “can’t guarantee” complete compliance on behalf of our site. In Wix’s own words, the site owner is ultimately “in charge of what happens to the data collected from their site visitors”[9]. We follow these tools and guidelines, but we cannot ensure compliance with every law (we recommend consulting legal counsel for specific concerns[10]).
- Data Breaches: apkaV.in is not responsible for security breaches or data loss that occur on Wix’s or any third-party’s systems. We do not store personal data beyond order processing, so a breach at those providers is not a breach of apkaV.in’s servers. We encourage you to keep your own devices secure and to notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized use of your account.
- Payment Security: Payment processing is performed by third-party gateways. We expressly disclaim any liability for payment fraud or unauthorized charges. Any disputes or issues with payment transactions (such as fraudulent charges) must be resolved with the payment provider.
Marketing and Communications
By signing up for an account or newsletter, you consent to receive marketing emails from us. We will always respect your preferences: any promotional email we send will include instructions to unsubscribe. For example, we may send you promotional offers via email if you have opted in (a common practice noted in privacy policy examples[3]). You can opt out of marketing communications at any time using the link in the email or by contacting us.
We may also collect your email when you place an order. This is used for order confirmations and updates, and for optional newsletters if you sign up. We do not send marketing emails without consent.
International Shipping and Users
apkaV.in ships to customers internationally. If you purchase from outside India, you are responsible for complying with your local import laws, taxes, customs duties, and any other charges. We provide estimated international shipping costs at checkout, but actual customs processing times and fees are beyond our control. Please check your local regulations before ordering.
Data Transfers: Your personal data may be stored or processed in India or any country where Wix or our service providers maintain servers. By using our site, you consent to such international data transfers.
Governing Law: This Privacy Policy and any disputes related to it are governed by Indian law. Any claim or dispute arising under this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Kerala, India (for example, as one Indian company states: “Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Kerala”[11]). If you access apkaV.in from outside India, you agree that Indian law will apply and any dispute will be resolved in Indian courts.
Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, apkaV.in (and its owners/founders) DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY for any damages or losses arising from use of this site or reliance on its content. In particular:
- We do not guarantee continuous or error-free operation of the website. We may update or temporarily disable parts of the site for maintenance without notice.
- We are not responsible for any content or practices of third-party websites linked from apkaV.in.
- We are not liable for any unauthorized access to or use of user accounts; keeping passwords secure is the user’s responsibility.
- We are not liable for any problems with third-party services (payment processors, shipping companies, analytics platforms, etc.). For example, if a payment gateway suffers a breach, that is the gateway’s responsibility, not ours.
- If you misuse our site or your account (e.g. share your password, provide false information), we bear no liability for resulting issues.
Nothing in this Privacy Policy creates any warranty or liability on our part beyond what is expressly stated. This policy is intended to inform you of our practices and not to create any additional legal obligations. As Wix notes, this information is not legal advice[10]; it is your responsibility to ensure your use of apkaV.in complies with applicable laws and to take steps to protect your own privacy and security.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Your continued use of apkaV.in after such changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us
For privacy questions or requests (access to your data, corrections, complaints), please contact us at: care@apkav.in
Note: This Privacy Policy was drafted with consideration of Indian data protection laws (IT Act, SPDI Rules, and the new Digital Personal Data Protection Act) and international best practices[2][4]. It is meant to protect both apkaV.in and its users by clearly specifying data practices and responsibilities.