Privacy Policy
Hindustan Zinc Limited (“HZL,” “we,” “us,” “our”) develops and operates the following mobile applications (“Apps”):
- HZL One
- HZL Canteen
- HZL Truck
- V Safe
- HZL mAttendance
- HZL Security Patrolling
- HZL Whistle Blower
- HZL Emergency Response Alert
- HZL CGP
- AAF Volunteers
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use any of these Apps. Please read this policy carefully. By using our Apps, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Depending on the App’s functionality and your usage, we may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
- Name, Employee ID, or other identifiers
- Contact information (email address, phone number)
- Profile photos
b. Device and Usage Information
- Device model, OS version, unique device identifiers
- Log information such as app usage logs, crash logs, and performance data
- Location data, if the App uses location-based services
c. Content Provided by You
- Forms, feedback, or reports you submit through the Apps
- Photographs or documents you voluntarily upload
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for purposes including:
- Operating, maintaining, and improving the Apps
- Facilitating workplace operations
- Responding to your queries or requests
- Enhancing security, incident response, and safety monitoring
- Fulfilling legal and regulatory requirements
- Internal analytics to improve services
- Investigating and addressing reports under ethical compliance
3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We may share your information:
- Within HZL Group: With authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis
- Service Providers: Under confidentiality agreements
- Legal or Regulatory Authorities: Where required by law or regulation
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security audits and monitoring
However, no system can be completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for:
- The purpose for which it was collected
- Legal and regulatory obligations
- Internal policies and compliance requirements
Information submitted via the Whistle Blower App may be stored longer to comply with investigative or legal processes.
6. Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to certain data processing activities
- Withdraw your consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Apps are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the “Effective Date” and providing in-app notifications or other methods.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact:
Data Protection Officer
Hindustan Zinc Limited
Yashad Bhawan, Udaipur – 313004, Rajasthan, India
Email: hzlone@vedanta.co.in