Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Boots & Crampons Pvt. Ltd. (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding how your personal information is collected, used, stored, and safeguarded.

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the website https://bootsandcrampons.com/ and to all participants registering for treks, expeditions, mountaineering programs, training courses, rentals, or purchasing any products/services offered by the Company.

By accessing our website or registering for any service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.


2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Information

Including but not limited to:

  • Full name

  • Phone number

  • Email address

  • Residential address

  • Date of birth

  • Nationality

  • Government-issued identification documents (Aadhaar, Passport, Visa, etc.)


B. Sensitive Personal Information

For operational and safety purposes, especially during high-altitude activities, we may collect:

  • Medical history

  • Existing health conditions

  • Allergies

  • Fitness and physical readiness information

  • Blood group

  • Emergency contact information

  • Insurance details (where applicable)

Such information is collected strictly for participant safety, emergency response, and expedition management.


C. Payment Information

We may collect:

  • Billing details

  • Transaction references

  • Payment confirmations

Payments are processed through secure third-party payment gateways. The Company does not store complete debit/credit card information on its servers.


D. Technical & Website Usage Information

When you access our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Access times

  • Referral sources

  • Cookies and analytics data


3. Purpose of Data Collection

Your information may be used for the following purposes:

  • Processing registrations and bookings

  • Managing treks, expeditions, and logistics

  • Obtaining permits and complying with legal/government requirements

  • Coordinating transportation and accommodation

  • Ensuring participant safety and emergency preparedness

  • Communicating updates, schedules, and operational notices

  • Providing customer support

  • Improving website functionality and user experience

  • Internal record keeping and administration

  • Sending promotional or marketing communication (only where consent is provided)


4. Sharing of Information

We may share necessary information with trusted third parties strictly for operational, legal, or safety purposes, including:

  • Trek leaders and expedition staff

  • Local operators and guides

  • Government authorities for permits and compliance

  • Insurance providers

  • Emergency rescue and evacuation agencies

  • Transportation and accommodation partners

  • Payment gateway providers

  • Technical and website service providers

We take reasonable measures to ensure such third parties handle data responsibly; however, we are not responsible for actions beyond our reasonable control.


5. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal information against:

  • Unauthorized access

  • Loss or theft

  • Misuse

  • Disclosure or alteration

However, no online transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure. Accordingly, the Company cannot guarantee absolute security of information.


6. Consent

By registering for any trek, expedition, training program, or service, you:

  • Consent to the collection and processing of your personal information

  • Consent to the use of sensitive medical information for safety purposes

  • Acknowledge that necessary data may be shared with operational and emergency partners

  • Consent to communication through email, phone calls, SMS, or messaging applications such as WhatsApp


7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as reasonably necessary for:

  • Operational purposes

  • Safety and emergency records

  • Legal and regulatory compliance

  • Accounting and taxation requirements

  • Resolving disputes and enforcing agreements

The retention period may vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal obligations.


8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality

  • Enhance user experience

  • Analyze website traffic and usage trends

  • Store user preferences

Users may disable cookies through browser settings; however, some website functionality may be affected.


9. Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, users may:

  • Request access to their personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Withdraw consent for promotional communications

  • Request deletion of certain personal information where legally permissible

To exercise these rights, users may contact the Company using the contact details provided below.


10. Third-Party Links

The website may contain links to third-party websites or services.

The Company is not responsible for:

  • Privacy practices of external websites

  • Content hosted on third-party platforms

  • Security or handling of information by external services

Users are advised to review the privacy policies of such third-party websites independently.


11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Company shall not be liable for:

  • Unauthorized access caused by circumstances beyond its control

  • Cyberattacks or data breaches affecting third-party providers

  • Loss of data due to technical failures

  • Misuse of information not resulting from the Company’s negligence


12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children without parental or guardian consent.

Where participation involves minors, consent from a parent or legal guardian may be required.


13. International Data Transfers

For international expeditions or operations involving overseas service providers, personal information may be processed or shared outside India where reasonably necessary for expedition management and logistics.

By using our services, you consent to such transfers where applicable.


14. Updates to This Privacy Policy

The Company reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time.

Updated versions shall be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

Continued use of the website or services after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.


15. Contact Information

Boots & Crampons Pvt. Ltd.
Website: https://bootsandcrampons.com/
Email: mailbootscrampons@gmail.com
Phone: +91 9000 603 444


Last Updated: 5th May 2026