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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 5, 2026

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

This document forms part of the Yanegi Legal Framework. By using the Yanegi application, you

agree to the terms and policies set forth herein.

Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Yanegi ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, stores, shares, and

protects your personal data when you use the Yanegi mobile application (launched April

2026) and related services (collectively, the "Platform"). This Policy complies with the Digital

Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 ("DPDP Act") of India and reflects global best practices

including GDPR-aligned standards.

By accessing or using Yanegi, you consent to the collection and use of your information as

described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Platform.

Information We Collect

1 Personal Information

When you register and use Yanegi, we collect:

• Full name and display username
• Email address and phone number
• Date of birth (to verify you meet our minimum age requirement)
• Profile photograph and bio
• Gender (optional, self-declared)

2 Location Data

Location data is classified as sensitive personal data under the DPDP Act, 2023. We collect it

only with your explicit consent and for defined purposes.

• Precise GPS location (collected in real-time when you use the Discover Nearby

Events feature)

• Approximate location derived from IP address (used for general region -based event

recommendations)

• Saved locations (e.g., home city or preferred areas, if you choose to set them)

3 Event Data

• Events you create: title, description, date, time, location, photos, and tags
• Events you join or express interest in
• Your attendance history and event participation records

4 Chat and Communication Data

• Messages sent and received in event-specific group chats
• Reports submitted against other users or events

5 Device and Technical Data

• Device type, operating system, and version
• App version and unique device identifiers

• IP address, network type, crash logs, and performance data

6 Usage Data

• Features you interact with and how you navigate the Platform
• Search queries entered within the app
• Timestamps of logins, event interactions, and in-app actions

7 Payment Data (Future Feature)

If payment features are introduced, processing will be handled by certified third -party

payment gateways (e.g., Razorpay, Stripe). Yanegi will not store full card details. We will

only retain transaction reference IDs and amounts for our records.

Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process your personal data solely for the following purposes:

Account Creation and Authentication: To create, manage, and secure your Yanegi

account.

Age Verification: To ensure all users meet the minimum age requirement under

applicable law.

Event Discovery and Hosting: To show you nearby events, allow any user to create

and host events, and manage event participation.

Location-Based Services: To display relevant events near your location. Location

data is processed only when you actively use location-dependent features.

In-App Communications: To enable event group chats between users.

Safety and Trust: To investigate reports of abuse, illegal content, or policy violations,

and to enforce our Community Guidelines.

Platform Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, and improve app

performance.

Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable Indian laws, court orders, and

regulatory requirements including the DPDP Act, 2023.

Customer Support: To respond to your queries, complaints, or requests.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for their marketing or

commercial purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing (DPDP Act Compliance)

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, we process your personal data on the

following grounds:

• Consent: For collection of location data, optional profile information, and

communications.

• Contractual Necessity: To provide the services you have signed up for.

• Legitimate Interest: For fraud prevention, platform safety, and internal analytics.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with requests from law enforcement or government

authorities as required by law.

Sharing of Personal Data

1 With Other Users

• Your display name and profile photo are visible to other users.
• Events you host are publicly visible to all users within the Platform.
• Messages sent in event chats are visible to all participants of that event.
• Your exact location is never shared with other users. Only the general area of events

you host is visible.

2 With Third-Party Service Providers

• Mapping Services (e.g., Google Maps API): To display event locations and nearby

events.

• Analytics Providers (e.g., Firebase Analytics): To understand app usage patterns.

Data is anonymised where possible.

• Cloud Infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud): To host and store app data securely.
• Payment Gateway (future): A certified PCI-DSS compliant payment processor.
• Customer Support Tools: To manage support tickets.

3 With Law Enforcement and Authorities

We may disclose your personal data to government authorities or courts where required

by law, including under the DPDP Act, 2023, and the Information Technology Act, 2000.

Data Retention

• Active Account Data: Retained for as long as your account is active.
• Event Data: Retained for 2 years after event conclusion, then deleted or anonymised.
• Chat Messages: Retained for 1 year from the date of the message, then permanently

deleted.

• Location Data: Real-time location is not stored persistently.
• Deleted Account Data: Personal data deleted within 30 days of account deletion,

except where legally required.

• Safety Records: Reports, bans, and moderation decisions may be retained for up to 5

years to prevent policy evasion.

• Transaction Records: Retained for up to 7 years for financial and tax compliance.

Your Rights Under the DPDP Act, 2023

As a Data Principal, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention

obligations.

Right to Grievance Redressal: Raise a complaint regarding the processing of your

personal data.

Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent for data processing

at any time.

Right to Nominate: Nominate another individual to exercise your rights on your

behalf.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: supportyanegi@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

Security Practices

• All data transmissions are encrypted using TLS (Transport Layer Security) protocols.
• Sensitive data is stored in encrypted form using AES-256 or equivalent encryption.
• Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel on a need -to-know

basis.

• We conduct periodic security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users and the Data Protection

Board of India within prescribed timelines.

Minors' Privacy

Yanegi requires all users to meet the minimum age requirement. We do not knowingly

collect personal data from individuals who do not meet this requirement. If we become

aware that such a user has registered, we will immediately delete that account and

associated data. Please report concerns to supportyanegi@gmail.com.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material

changes through the app or via email at least 15 days before the changes take effect.

Contact and Grievance Officer

• Response Time: Within 30 days of receipt

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may escalate your complaint to the Data

Protection Board of India once operational under the DPDP Act, 2023.

Please Read Carefully Before Using Yanegi

Terms of Service

Effective Date: April 5, 2026

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

This document forms part of the Yanegi Legal Framework. By using the Yanegi application, you

agree to the terms and policies set forth herein.

Terms of Service

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you

("User") and Yanegi ("Platform," "we," "us," or "our") governing your access to and use of the

Yanegi mobile application, launched in April 2026. By creating an account or using any

part of the Platform, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound

by these Terms.

Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, registering, or using the Yanegi application, you agree to these

Terms in full. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you must immediately stop

using the Platform and delete your account.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material

changes at least 15 days before they take effect. Your continued use of the Platform after

that date constitutes acceptance.

Eligibility

You must be of legal age to enter into a binding contract under the laws of India

(Indian Contract Act, 1872).

By registering, you confirm that you meet all eligibility requirements applicable in

your jurisdiction.

You must have the authority and legal capacity to agree to these Terms.

If we discover that a user does not meet eligibility requirements, we reserve the right

to terminate the account.

Nature of the Platform — Intermediary Status

Yanegi is a technology platform and intermediary as defined under the Information

Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and

Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. Yanegi facilitates event discovery, event hosting by

any user, and communication between users.

• Yanegi does not organize, plan, manage, or supervise any events listed on the

Platform.

• Yanegi does not verify, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy, legality, safety, or

authenticity of any event, user, or content.

• All events are entirely created, managed, and conducted by users acting

independently.

• Any registered user may create and host events on the Platform.

Yanegi is not responsible for any incident, injury, loss, damage, dispute, or legal violation arising

from real-world events organized through the Platform. Users participate in events entirely at

their own risk.

User Accounts

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

You are solely responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.

You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.

You may not share, transfer, or sell your account to any other person.

One user may hold only one active account.

Notify us immediately at supportyanegi@gmail.com if you suspect unauthorized access to

your account.

Event Hosting — Rights and Responsibilities

1 Any User Can Host

Any registered user on Yanegi may create and host events. As a host, you agree that you:

Are solely responsible for the planning, organization, safety, and conduct of your

event.

Will ensure your event complies with all applicable local, state, and national laws.

Will provide accurate and truthful information about your event.

Will not host events that involve or promote illegal activities or behaviors.

Will take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of attendees.

Acknowledge that Yanegi assumes no liability for the conduct or outcome of your

event.

2 Prohibited Events

• Events involving or promoting illegal drugs or controlled substances
• Events involving prostitution, sexual solicitation, or any form of trafficking
• Events promoting violence, terrorism, or extremist ideology
• Events designed to facilitate fraud, scams, or financial exploitation
• Events targeting or intended to harm specific individuals or groups
• Events with false, misleading, or deceptive descriptions
• Events that violate any applicable law

User Conduct

You will not use the Platform for any unlawful purpose.

You will not harass, threaten, intimidate, stalk, or abuse any other user.

You will not impersonate any person or entity.

You will not post content that is defamatory, obscene, hateful, or otherwise

objectionable.

You will not upload or distribute malware or harmful code.

You will not attempt unauthorized access to any part of the Platform.

You will not engage in spamming, commercial solicitation, or unsolicited

promotions.

User-Generated Content

You retain ownership of all content you post on the Platform ("User Content"). By posting

User Content, you grant Yanegi a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, sublicensable

license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute such content solely for the purpose of

operating and improving the Platform.

You represent and warrant that your User Content does not violate any third -party rights

or applicable law. Yanegi reserves the right, but is not obligated, to review, modify, or

remove any User Content that violates these Terms.

Yanegi is not responsible for User Content posted by users. The posting user bears full legal

responsibility for their content.

Platform Rights — Suspension and Termination

Yanegi reserves the right to:

Warn, suspend, or permanently ban any user for violations of these Terms or

Community Guidelines.

Remove any event listing, message, or content that violates our policies.

Terminate your account without prior notice for severe or repeated violations.

Report illegal activity to relevant law enforcement authorities.

Appeal a ban or suspension by contacting: supportyanegi@gmail.com. We will review appeals

within 14 business days.

Limitation of Liability

Please read this section carefully. It significantly affects your legal rights.

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable Indian law:

Yanegi shall not be liable for any injury, death, property damage, financial loss, or

any other harm arising from real-world events organized through the Platform.

Yanegi shall not be liable for any harm arising from interactions between users.

Yanegi's total aggregate liability for any claim shall not exceed INR 1,000 or the

amount you paid to Yanegi in the 3 months preceding the claim, whichever is higher.

Yanegi is not liable for indirect, consequential, incidental, special, or punitive

damages of any kind.

Nothing in this clause limits liability for personal injury or death caused by our gross negligence

or fraud, as required by Indian law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Yanegi, its affiliates, officers, employees, and

agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out

of or related to: your use of the Platform, events you host or attend, cont ent you post, or

your violation of these Terms.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India. Disputes shall be subject to the

exclusive jurisdiction of courts in India. Before initiating legal proceedings, contact us at

supportyanegi@gmail.com to attempt informal resolution within 30 days.

Building a Safe, Respectful, and Genuine Community

Community Guidelines

Effective Date: April 5, 2026

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

This document forms part of the Yanegi Legal Framework. By using the Yanegi application, you

agree to the terms and policies set forth herein.

Community Guidelines

These Community Guidelines ensure that Yanegi remains a safe, inclusive, and authentic

platform for everyone. All users — whether hosting, attending, or browsing events — are

expected to follow these guidelines at all times. Violations may result in conten t removal,

account suspension, or permanent banning.

Event Creation Rules

1 Anyone Can Create an Event

Yanegi is an open platform where any registered user can create and host events — from

casual hangouts, dog walks, and sports meetups to parties, networking events, and

community gatherings. We encourage creativity and community. With that freedom

comes responsibility.

2 What Makes a Good Event

• Clear, accurate title and description
• Real, accessible event location truthfully stated
• Accurate dates, times, and capacity limits
• Upfront disclosure of any entry fee or participation cost
• Clear communication of the intended audience and nature of the event

3 Prohibited Events

• Events involving or encouraging illegal drugs or controlled substances
• Events promoting sexual solicitation, prostitution, or human trafficking
• Events glorifying or facilitating violence, terrorism, or extremist ideologies
• Events designed to scam, defraud, or exploit attendees
• Events intentionally fake, misleading, or designed to lure people under false

pretenses

• Events violating local laws regarding public gatherings, fire safety, or venue licensing

4 Sensitive Events

• Late-night parties and rave events must clearly state the nature of the event and

must not promote illegal substance use.

• Events involving alcohol must comply with local liquor licensing laws and must

disclose alcohol in the event description.

• Events at private residences must have a legitimate hosting purpose and not be

used as cover for illegal activity.

Chat and Messaging Rules

1 Prohibited Chat Behavior

• No harassment, threats, bullying, or intimidation
• No hate speech, slurs, or discriminatory language targeting any person's race,

religion, gender, sexual orientation, caste, nationality, or disability

• No sexual solicitation or unsolicited explicit content
• No spam, repetitive messages, or commercial solicitation
• No sharing of another user's personal information without their consent (doxxing)
• No links to malware, phishing sites, or illegal content
• No coordination or planning of illegal activity
• No impersonation of other users or official figures

Authenticity and Honesty

• Use a consistent identity. Impersonation of others is strictly prohibited.
• Profile photos must be genuine and not use images of others without consent.
• Do not create fake events or misleading attendee information.
• Do not engage in coordinated inauthentic behavior.

Respect for Privacy

• Do not photograph or film attendees at events without their consent.
• Do not share photos or videos of identifiable individuals without their permission.
• Do not share another user's contact details or private information obtained through

the Platform.

Consequences for Violations

Minor Violations: Warning issued, content removed or edited.

Moderate Violations (e.g., repeated offences, harassment, misleading events): Temporary

account suspension (3–30 days), event removal, restrictions on hosting privileges.

Severe Violations (e.g., illegal events, serious harassment, fraud): Immediate and

permanent account ban, reporting to law enforcement, prohibition on creating new

accounts.

Moderators evaluate each case on its merits. Consequences may be escalated based on

severity, pattern of behavior, and harm caused.

Enforcement and Appeals

Our Trust and Safety team reviews reports and enforces these Guidelines. Users who

believe their content was removed or account suspended in error may appeal by

contacting supportyanegi@gmail.com within 14 days. Appeals are reviewed within 14 business

days.

Your Safety is Our Priority

Safety & Reporting Policy

Effective Date: April 5, 2026

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

This document forms part of the Yanegi Legal Framework. By using the Yanegi application, you

agree to the terms and policies set forth herein.

Safety & Reporting Policy

Yanegi is committed to creating a platform where users can discover and attend events

safely. This policy explains how you can report unsafe content or behavior, how we

respond, and what steps you can take to protect yourself when meeting others in person.

How to Report

Navigate to the event listing or user profile you wish to report.

Tap the three-dot menu or flag icon.

Select "Report" and choose a reason from the list.

Add additional details or evidence (screenshots, description).

Submit your report.

You may also report by email at supportyanegi@gmail.com.

What You Can Report

• Fake, misleading, or dangerous events
• Events promoting illegal activities
• Harassment, threats, or abusive messages
• Users who do not meet eligibility requirements
• Impersonation or identity fraud
• Non-consensual sharing of images or personal data
• Scams or financial fraud

Moderation Process

Response Timelines

• Urgent threats (physical danger, violence): Within 1 hour (24/7)
• Serious violations (illegal events, severe harassment): Within 24 hours
• Standard violations (spam, misleading events): Within 72 hours
• Low-severity concerns: Within 7 days

Moderation Actions

• No action (report determined unfounded)
• Warning issued to the reported user
• Removal of reported event listing or chat message
• Temporary account suspension
• Permanent account ban
• Report to law enforcement authorities

Reports are anonymous by default. The reported user will not be told who filed the report.

Emergency Situations

If you or someone else is in immediate physical danger, call emergency services FIRST. Police:

100 | Ambulance: 108. Do not wait for a response from Yanegi.

Personal Safety Recommendations

Before the Event

• Research the event — review the host's profile, number of attendees, and description.
• Check if the event location is a known public space.
• Tell a trusted friend or family member where you are going and when you expect to

return.

• Share your location with a trusted contact using your phone's location -sharing

feature.

• Do not prepay for events you have not thoroughly researched.

During the Event

• Meet in public places, especially for your first time at a new event.
• Keep your phone charged and accessible.
• Trust your instincts — if something feels wrong, leave immediately.
• Do not accept food or drinks from strangers if you cannot verify their safety.

After the Event

• Report any concerning behavior using the in-app report function.
• If you experienced or witnessed a crime, file an FIR with your local police station.

Our Commitment to Safety

• We maintain a dedicated Trust and Safety team.
• We proactively monitor the Platform for high-risk content and patterns.
• We cooperate fully with law enforcement in investigations involving Platform activity.

You Are in Control of Your Data

Account & Data Deletion Policy

Effective Date: April 5, 2026

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

This document forms part of the Yanegi Legal Framework. By using the Yanegi application, you

agree to the terms and policies set forth herein.

Account & Data Deletion Policy

This policy explains how you can delete your Yanegi account and personal data, what

happens after deletion, and what data may be retained for legal reasons. We are

committed to honoring your data rights under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act,

How to Delete Your Account

Open the Yanegi app and go to your Profile.

Tap "Settings" (gear icon).

Select "Account" and then "Delete Account."

Read the information about what will be deleted.

Confirm your decision by entering your password and tapping "Permanently

Delete."

Alternatively, email supportyanegi@gmail.com from your registered email address. We will process

your request within 30 days and send a confirmation email once deletion is complete.

Account deletion is permanent and irreversible. You will not be able to recover your account,

events, messages, or any associated data after deletion is confirmed.

What Gets Deleted

Upon confirmation of account deletion, the following data will be permanently deleted

within 30 days:

• Your profile information (name, bio, photo, email, phone number)
• Events you created (listings removed from the Platform)
• Your attendance and participation records
• Your chat messages
• Your saved locations and location history
• Your app preferences and settings

What May Be Retained

• Records of events you hosted where a legal complaint or law enforcement request is

pending (up to 5 years or until legal proceedings conclude)

• Moderation records: Reports filed against your account and enforcement actions

taken (up to 5 years to prevent policy evasion)

• Transaction records: Retained up to 7 years for tax and financial compliance
• Law enforcement hold: If your data is subject to a court order at the time of deletion,

it will be retained until the legal obligation is resolved

• Anonymised or aggregated data that cannot be linked back to you

Timeline Summary

• Account deletion confirmed: personal data deleted within 30 days
• Transaction records: retained up to 7 years
• Moderation and safety records: retained up to 5 years
• Law enforcement holds: retained until legal obligation resolves

Important Notices Regarding Platform Use and Liability

Disclaimer

Effective Date: April 5, 2026

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

This document forms part of the Yanegi Legal Framework. By using the Yanegi application, you

agree to the terms and policies set forth herein.

Disclaimer

Please read this Disclaimer carefully. It defines the limits of Yanegi's responsibility and your

acceptance of risk in using the Platform.

Platform as Intermediary

Yanegi is an online technology platform that enables users to create, discover, and join

events. Yanegi acts solely as an intermediary between event hosts and event attendees.

Any registered user may create and host events. Yanegi does not organize, operat e,

manage, oversee, or participate in any event listed on the Platform.

No Guarantee of Safety

Yanegi makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind regarding the safety

of events listed on the Platform. Real-world events involve inherent and unpredictable

risks, including but not limited to:

• Physical injury or death
• Sexual assault or harassment
• Robbery, theft, or other crimes
• Property damage
• Health and medical emergencies
• Psychological harm

Users who attend events do so entirely at their own risk.

No Guarantee of Accuracy or Authenticity

Yanegi does not verify or validate the accuracy, completeness, or authenticity of event

descriptions, user profiles, identities, photos, or any claims made by users. Users are

responsible for independently verifying the legitimacy and suitability of any ev ent they

choose to attend.

No Responsibility for User Behavior

Yanegi is not responsible for the actions, omissions, conduct, or behavior of any user,

whether online or in person. Yanegi is not liable for:

• Harassment, abuse, threats, or assault by one user toward another
• Fraudulent behavior or financial scams carried out by users
• Illegal activities conducted at or around events

• Any harm resulting from content shared in event chats
• Any dispute arising between users, hosts, or event attendees

User Participation at Own Risk

By using the Yanegi Platform to host, discover, join, or attend any event, you expressly

acknowledge and accept that:

• You participate in events voluntarily and at your own risk.
• You have independently assessed the risks associated with attending any particular

event.

• Yanegi is not your guardian, insurer, or safety provider.
• Yanegi bears no responsibility for outcomes resulting from your decision to attend

an event.

Technical Availability

Yanegi does not warrant that the Platform will be available at all times, free of errors, or

uninterrupted. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate the Platform at any time

without notice.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable Indian law, Yanegi, its founders, employees,

agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential,

special, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Platform,

attendance at events, or interactions with other users.

This Disclaimer forms part of the overall Yanegi Legal Framework and should be read in

conjunction with the Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and Community Guidelines.

Applicable When Payment Features Are Enabled

Refund Policy

Effective Date: April 5, 2026

Last Updated: April 5, 2026

This document forms part of the Yanegi Legal Framework. By using the Yanegi application, you

agree to the terms and policies set forth herein.

Refund Policy

This Refund Policy will apply only when Yanegi introduces paid event features or in-app

purchases. Until payment functionality is launched, this policy is published for transparency

and advance notice.

Scope

This Refund Policy applies to any monetary transactions made through the Yanegi

Platform, including:

• Event entry fees collected by hosts through the Platform's payment infrastructure
• Premium subscription fees for Yanegi Pro features (if introduced)
• Any in-app purchases of virtual items, boosts, or features

Event Ticket Refunds

Cancelled Events

If an event host cancels a paid event, all attendees who paid an entry fee will receive a full

refund within 7–10 business days, processed to the original payment method.

Attendee-Initiated Cancellations

• More than 48 hours before event: Full refund minus a platform processing fee of up

to 5%

• 24–48 hours before event: 50% refund
• Less than 24 hours before event: No refund, unless the event is cancelled by the host

Events Removed by Yanegi

If Yanegi removes an event for violating our Terms or Community Guidelines, all attendees

who paid an entry fee are entitled to a full refund.

Subscription Refunds

• Monthly subscriptions: Refunds will not be issued for partially used subscription

periods, except in cases of technical error or duplicate charge.

• Annual subscriptions: A pro-rated refund may be issued for unused months if you

cancel within 14 days of purchase.

Non-Refundable Items

• Platform processing fees on completed transactions

• Subscriptions cancelled after the refund window
• Virtual items or boosts already applied or consumed
• Transactions where fraud or policy violation is reasonably suspected

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