Genius IT Systems

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01-Oct-2025
Last Updated: 01-Oct-2025

Welcome to Genius IT Systems. Your privacy is extremely important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or use our software products, including Elite Data Backup.

By using our website or software, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

When you contact us, register your product, or request support, we may collect details such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Contact number
• Company name (if applicable)

b. System & Usage Information

When using Elite Data Backup, we may collect non-personal data related to:

• Software usage statistics (e.g., version, update frequency)
• Backup success/failure logs (for diagnostics only)
• Device information such as operating system, configuration, or IP address

Note:We do not access, read, or store the actual contents of your files or folders being backed up. Your data remains private and is uploaded directly to your chosen cloud storage service (Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our software and services
• Offer technical support and resolve issues
• Communicate important updates or security notices
• Enhance user experience and software reliability
• Comply with legal obligations

We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3. Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

All file transfers performed by Elite Data Backup use secure API connections directly with Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive, ensuring end-to-end protection.

4. Data Storage & Retention

We retain your contact and registration information only as long as necessary to provide support or comply with legal requirements.

Backup data is stored on your own linked cloud storage account — we do not store or manage your files on our servers.

We do not store or have access to your backed-up files.

5. Third-Party Services

Our software integrates with trusted external platforms such as:

• Google Drive (Google LLC)
• Microsoft OneDrive (Microsoft Corporation)

Your use of these services is governed by their respective privacy policies.

6. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access or update your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent from communications
• Lodge concerns regarding data handling

You may exercise these rights by contacting us (see Section 9).

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and software are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If such data is detected, it will be removed promptly.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, practices, or legal requirements. Revised versions will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to privacy, please contact:

Genius IT Systems
Email: info@geniusitsystems.com

10. Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India. Any legal disputes shall fall under the jurisdiction of the courts in Pune, Maharashtra.