Privacy Policy

Your Privacy Matters

At Nuqta, we believe you should always know what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights. This policy explains our practices in plain language.

Last updated: February 10, 2026

Quick Summary

We collect only what's needed to provide our services

We never sell your personal information

You can access, export, or delete your data anytime

Your data is encrypted and securely stored

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account information (name, email, phone number)
  • Payment information (securely processed through our payment partners)
  • Receipt images you upload for cashback verification
  • Profile preferences and settings
  • Communications with our support team

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device information (device type, operating system, unique identifiers)
  • Location data (with your permission, to show nearby deals)
  • Usage data (app features used, pages visited, time spent)
  • Transaction history within the Nuqta platform

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process cashback and rewards for your purchases
  • Show you personalized deals and offers near you
  • Verify receipts and prevent fraud
  • Improve our services and develop new features
  • Communicate with you about your account and updates
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Partner merchants (anonymized transaction data for reward processing)
  • Payment processors (to process transactions securely)
  • Service providers (hosting, analytics, customer support)
  • Legal authorities (when required by law or to protect rights)

We DO NOT:

  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Share your receipt images with merchants
  • Provide your contact information to advertisers

4. Data Security

We protect your data through:

  • Industry-standard encryption (TLS 1.3) for data in transit
  • AES-256 encryption for data at rest
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Strict access controls and employee training
  • Secure data centers with SOC 2 compliance

5. Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data we hold
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Export your data in a portable format
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent for location tracking

To exercise these rights:

  • Use the privacy settings in your Nuqta app
  • Email us at privacy@nuqta.com
  • Contact our Data Protection Officer

6. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you logged in to your account
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze how our services are used
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security

You can control cookies through:

  • Your browser settings
  • Our cookie preference center
  • Mobile device settings for app tracking

7. Data Retention

We retain your data:

  • Account data: Until you delete your account, plus 30 days
  • Transaction history: 7 years (for legal/tax compliance)
  • Receipt images: 90 days after processing
  • Analytics data: 24 months (anonymized)
  • Support communications: 3 years

8. Children's Privacy

  • Nuqta is not intended for users under 18 years of age
  • We do not knowingly collect data from children
  • If we learn we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly
  • Parents/guardians can contact us to request deletion of any such data

9. International Data Transfers

  • Your data may be processed in the UAE and other countries
  • We ensure appropriate safeguards for international transfers
  • We comply with UAE data protection laws and GDPR where applicable
  • Our cloud infrastructure uses UAE-based data centers where possible

10. Changes to This Policy

  • We may update this policy from time to time
  • We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification
  • Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
  • Previous versions are available upon request

Questions About Your Privacy?

We're here to help. Contact our privacy team for any questions or concerns.