VootHolidays (hereinafter “VootHolidays”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) values the privacy of its customers and undertakes all necessary measures to protect and maintain the personal information shared with us. This Privacy Policy applies to any User who inquiries about, intends to purchase, or purchases the product(s) or service(s) offered by VootHolidays through any of its online channels, including its website, mobile site, and mobile app, as well as offline channels, including call centres and offices (collectively referred to herein as "Sales Channels").
For the purpose of this Privacy Policy, “Website” shall mean the website(s), mobile site(s), and mobile app(s) owned and operated by VootHolidays. By using or accessing the Website or other Sales Channels, the User hereby agrees to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use or access our Website or Sales Channels.
This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, mobile sites, or apps, even if they are linked to our Website. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of such third parties as their practices may differ significantly from ours.
1. Personal Information We Collect & How We Use It
VootHolidays collects personal information from Users to provide travel and related services, fulfill legal obligations, and improve user experience.
1.1. Registration Information
When you register or subscribe on our Website, we may collect details including but not limited to:
- Name, gender, marital status, date of birth, and other identity information
- Contact details (email address, postal address, mobile number, etc.)
- Banking/payment details (credit/debit card, UPI, net banking)
- Frequent flyer numbers, billing details, and payment history
1.2. Other Information
We may also collect:
- Transaction history, booking behavior, and preferences
- Login credentials, security-related information
- Data uploaded by the User (images, documents, etc.)
- Publicly available data or information received from third parties, including social media channels (subject to your account settings)
- Information of other travellers for whom bookings are made (User must ensure consent from such individuals)
- Identity documents for visa/foreign travel services (passport, bank statements, visa forms, etc.)
- PAN or passport details as required under Indian laws for international bookings (including RBI’s Liberalized Remittance Scheme)
- Hotel check-in details such as Aadhaar, driving license, election card, or other government ID
- Covid-19 vaccination status/certificates, where required for bookings or travel purposes
Note: Sensitive data such as PAN, Aadhaar, bank statements, or vaccination IDs will only be collected and used as required for lawful purposes and will never be shared without User consent unless mandated by law enforcement or legal order.
2. Use of Collected Information
VootHolidays uses the information collected to:
- Process and confirm bookings with airlines, hotels, car rentals, etc.
- Communicate with Users about their reservations, cancellations, or modifications
- Send promotional offers, discounts, or surveys (User may opt out anytime)
- Provide personalized services and enhance customer experience
- Conduct market research and gather customer feedback
- Comply with regulatory requirements and legal obligations
3. Cookies & Session Data
Cookies: We use cookies to personalize User experience, simplify logins, and display relevant advertisements/offers. Users may block cookies in their browser settings, but doing so may limit certain features of our Website.
Session Data: We log session data such as IP address, operating system, browser type, and usage patterns. This is used to analyze user behavior and improve services, without personally identifying the User.
4. User-Generated Content
Users may post reviews, ratings, photos, or feedback on our Website. Such content may be visible to other Users. Participation is optional, but VootHolidays may send reminders/notifications inviting feedback.
5. Sharing of Personal Information
5.1 With Service Providers
Your details are shared with airlines, hotels, bus operators, car rentals, railways, or other suppliers solely for fulfilling your booking. These providers act as independent data controllers, and their privacy practices are beyond our control.
5.2 With Affiliates
We may share limited data with our group companies/affiliates to enhance personalization and improve services.
5.3 With Business Partners
We may share filtered personal information with trusted partners (e.g., banks, insurance providers, co-branded card issuers) to provide you with relevant offers and services.
5.4 With Vendors
Third-party vendors engaged for payment processing, hosting, or surveys may receive necessary data under strict confidentiality obligations.
5.5 Legal Disclosures
We may disclose information if required:
- By law, regulation, court order, or government authority
- To enforce our rights or defend against legal claims
- To prevent fraud, security breaches, or potential harm to others
6. Data Protection & Security
All payments on our Website are processed through secure channels. We follow industry-standard security practices to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, misuse, or alteration. However, no online transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure.
7. Withdrawal of Consent
Users may withdraw consent to share personal information or request deletion of stored data. However, this may restrict access to certain services, including bookings.
8. User Rights
Users may:
- Access their personal data stored with VootHolidays
- Correct or update inaccurate details via their account
- Request deletion of non-mandatory data (subject to legal obligations)
- Opt out of marketing communications
9. Updates to Privacy Policy
VootHolidays may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be effective upon posting on our Website. Users are encouraged to review the policy regularly.
10. Contact Us
For any queries, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
VootHolidays – Privacy Office
⚖️ This Privacy Policy ensures VootHolidays complies with Indian IT Act, 2000 and applicable data protection regulations.
User Agreement – VootHolidays
This User Agreement (“Agreement”) governs the terms and conditions under which VootHolidays and its affiliate companies (hereinafter referred to as “VootHolidays”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) provide services to individuals or entities (hereinafter referred to as “User”, “you”, or “your”).
VootHolidays and the User are individually referred to as a “Party” and collectively as the “Parties”.
By accessing, browsing, or using the VootHolidays website, mobile application, customer support center, agents, or any other communication channels, or by availing any services offered by VootHolidays, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement, including any supplementary guidelines and subsequent modifications.
1. User’s Liability for Awareness of this Agreement
- By accessing or using any part of our website, mobile app, or services, the User acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to abide by the terms of this Agreement.
- VootHolidays reserves the right to change, modify, amend, or remove any portion of these Terms and Conditions at its sole discretion, without prior notice. The User is responsible for regularly reviewing these Terms
- All rights and obligations of the User and/or VootHolidays with respect to any services shall be limited to the scope of this Agreement.
- VootHolidays may terminate or restrict access to its services at any time, without prior notice, for any reason deemed appropriate by VootHolidays.
- Certain products or services are offered by third-party suppliers (such as airlines, hotels, car rental companies, or travel insurance providers). In addition to this Agreement, the User must agree to and comply with the Terms of Service (TOS) of such suppliers these third-party TOS, as updated from time to time, shall form an integral part of this Agreement. The User is solely responsible for reviewing and accepting such TOS before availing the relevant services/Products.
- Services of VootHolidays are provided strictly on the condition that the User accepts them without any modification to the stated terms. Availing the services shall constitute acceptance of this Agreement and applicable TOS. If the User does not agree with any part of this Agreement, they should not use VootHolidays’ services.
2. Third-Party Account Information
- By using VootHolidays’ services, the User authorizes VootHolidays to access third-party accounts, including but not limited to airline frequent flyer programs, travel booking platforms, and payment gateways, solely for the purpose of fulfilling the User’s service request.
- The User is solely responsible for the accuracy and legality of the information provided for such third-party accounts.
- VootHolidays shall not be held liable for:
- Any errors, omissions, or delays by third-party service providers.
- Suspension, modification, or termination of third-party accounts.
- Unauthorized access to such accounts due to inaccurate credentials provided by the User.
- The User agrees that the use of third-party accounts or services is entirely at their own risk, and VootHolidays shall not be responsible for any loss, damage, or liability arising therefrom.