Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 10, 2026

1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how AMEESHI GOENKA and its affiliates (collectively “AMEESHI GOENKA, we, our, us”) collect, use, share, protect, or otherwise process your information through our website https://aroundbigcities.com/ (hereinafter referred to as “Platform”). We operate primarily in India. By visiting this Platform or availing our services (trips, treks, events), you agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect
We collect personal data when you register, book a trip, or interact with us. This includes:

• Personal Information: Name, date of birth, address, mobile number, email ID, and government ID proof (Aadhar/Passport for bookings).
• Travel Specific Data: Emergency contact details, next-of-kin information, and dietary preferences.
• Sensitive Personal Data: Health/fitness declarations (e.g., allergies, medical conditions) required for safety during treks and active trips.
• Payment Information: Bank account or card details (processed securely by our payment partners; we do not store full card data).

3. Photography & Media Policy (Travel Community Clause)

• Content Creation: As a community platform, we document our trips. By participating in an event, you acknowledge that photographs and videos may be taken of you.
• Usage: You grant us permission to use this media on our website, social media, and marketing materials.
• Opt-Out: If you prefer not to be photographed, you must explicitly inform the Trip Lead at the start of the event. We will make reasonable efforts to exclude you from close-up shots.

4. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:

• Fulfill Services: Book hotels, transport, and issue permits for your trips.
• Safety: Manage medical emergencies and contact next-of-kin if necessary.
• Marketing: Inform you about upcoming trips, offers, and updates (you can opt-out at any time).
• Improvement: Analyze user behavior to enhance our trip offerings.

5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your data. We share it only when necessary:

• Service Providers: With hotels, resorts, transport operators, and trek guides strictly for booking and safety purposes.
• Legal: With government agencies if required by law or for permits.
• Internal: With our affiliates to provide related services.

6. Data Security
We adopt reasonable security practices to protect your data from unauthorized access. However, no data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Users are responsible for protecting their account login details.

7. Data Retention & Deletion

• Retention: We retain your data as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected or as required by law (e.g., tax records).
• Deletion: You may delete your account via your profile settings. Note that we may retain certain data if required for pending claims, fraud prevention, or legal compliance.

8. Grievance Officer
In accordance with the Information Technology Act 2000 and rules made there under, the contact details of the Grievance Officer are provided below:
Name: Ameeshi Goenka
Address: Ali Asker Road, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560052
Email: aroundbigcities@gmail.com