Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2025. This policy describes how BomberDiscount India ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our website, in compliance with the laws of India.
Legal Framework
This privacy policy is published in accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 ("IT Rules 2011"), and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 ("DPDP Act"). We process your personal data only for the purposes set out below and in line with applicable Indian law.
Data Controller
The entity responsible for your personal data in connection with this website is BomberDiscount India (BomberDiscount.in). For any queries or to exercise your rights under the DPDP Act and IT Act, you may contact our Grievance Officer (see section below).
Data We Collect
- Usage data: When you visit our site, we may collect information such as pages visited, search queries, device type, browser, and general location (e.g. country/region) to improve our service and analyse trends.
- Technical data: IP address, cookies, and similar identifiers may be used for analytics, security, and to remember your preferences.
- Affiliate and referral data: We use affiliate links to merchants. When you click through and make a purchase, the merchant or their affiliate network may share information about that transaction (e.g. that a sale occurred) with us, in accordance with their privacy policy. We do not control the data practices of these third parties.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties for marketing or other purposes.
Purpose and Legal Basis
We use the data we collect to: (1) provide and improve our price comparison service; (2) understand how our site is used; (3) comply with legal obligations; and (4) operate our affiliate programme. Where required under the DPDP Act, we rely on your consent for processing (e.g. for non-essential cookies or analytics). You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us or adjusting your browser settings where applicable.
Your Rights (DPDP Act & IT Rules)
Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and applicable IT Rules, you have the right to:
- Access — Request a summary of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Erasure — Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Withdraw consent — Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.
- Grievance — Lodge a complaint with our Grievance Officer (see below). You may also approach the Data Protection Board of India as per the DPDP Act.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Grievance Officer at the email address provided below. We will respond in accordance with applicable law.
Grievance Officer
In compliance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 and the DPDP Act, we have designated a Grievance Officer. For any privacy-related complaints, requests to exercise your rights, or queries about this policy, please contact:
Grievance Officer — BomberDiscount India
Email: privacy@bomberdiscount.in
We aim to respond to grievances within 30 (thirty) days as per applicable rules.
Sensitive Personal Data (IT Rules 2011)
We do not collect "sensitive personal data or information" as defined under the IT Rules 2011 (such as passwords, financial account details, physical and mental health, sexual orientation, biometric data, or any other data so specified by the government). Our service does not require you to create an account or submit such information.
Cookie Policy
This section describes how we use cookies and similar technologies on BomberDiscount.in, in line with our privacy practices under Indian law.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how the site is used, and improve performance. We may also use similar technologies such as local storage where appropriate.
Types of cookies we use
- Essential cookies — Required for the site to function (e.g. load balancing, security). These cannot be disabled if you wish to use the site.
- Preference cookies — Remember your choices (e.g. sort order, filters) so you don't have to set them again.
- Analytics cookies — Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g. pages viewed, searches) so we can improve the service. This data is aggregated and does not identify you personally unless otherwise stated in this policy.
Duration and management
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser; persistent cookies may remain for a set period (e.g. up to 12 months) unless you delete them. You can control or block cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies—check your browser's help section for instructions (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge). Blocking or deleting certain cookies may affect the functionality of the site (e.g. we may not be able to remember your preferences).
For more detail on how we use data collected via cookies, see the "Data We Collect" and "Purpose and Legal Basis" sections above. If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact our Grievance Officer.
Security and Data Retention
We implement reasonable security practices and procedures as required under the IT Act and IT Rules 2011 to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, or destruction. We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy, where permitted by law.
Applicable Law
This policy is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising in connection with this policy or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of India.