INTRODUCTION
This privacy policy governs the relationship between you, the User of this Website, and the owner and provider of this Website, who prioritizes the confidentiality of your information.
We acknowledge the significance of your privacy and comprehend the critical nature of how the information you provide is managed, stored, and shared online. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us, and safeguarding the personal data of all visitors to Our Site is our primary commitment. The Policy encapsulates vital details regarding our identity, as well as the methodologies and rationales behind the collection, storage, utilization, and sharing of your personal information. It further delineates your rights concerning your personal information and provides guidance on how to contact us or relevant supervisory authorities in the event of grievances.
This Policy elucidates how we handle your personal data when you visit our website, irrespective of your location, and delineates your privacy rights alongside our obligations under the law in safeguarding your privacy. Please ensure thorough comprehension of our Privacy Policy, as your acceptance is implicit upon your initial use of Our Site.
You may not transfer any of your rights under this privacy policy to any other individual. We reserve the right to transfer our rights under this privacy policy provided we reasonably ascertain that your rights will remain unaffected.
In the event that any provision of this privacy policy (or part thereof) is deemed invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by any court or competent authority, said provision or part-provision shall be considered deleted to the extent necessary, without compromising the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions of this privacy policy.
Unless otherwise stipulated, no delay, act, or omission by either party in exercising any right or remedy shall be construed as a waiver of that, or any other, right or remedy.
This privacy policy extends to our utilization of any Dr. Soumya and all Data collected by us or provided by you in connection with your use of the Website.
We urge you to peruse this privacy policy meticulously.
1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND WHO WE ARE
- Purpose of this Privacy Policy
This privacy policy is designed to inform you about how we collect and process your personal data through your use of Our Site. The data you may provide through Our Site may include, but is not limited to, completing our contact form, signing up for our newsletter, purchasing a product or service, or participating in any promotions we may offer. It is imperative that you read this privacy policy in conjunction with any other privacy policy or fair processing policy we may provide on specific occasions when we collect or process personal data about you. This ensures that you are fully informed about how and why we are using your data. This privacy notice complements the other policies and is not intended to supersede them.
This website is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect data relating to children.
- Controller
Dr. Soumya acts as the controller and is responsible for your personal data (referred to collectively as “we,” “us,” or “our” in this privacy notice).
If you have any questions regarding this privacy notice, including any requests to exercise your legal rights, please contact us using the details provided below:
- Contact Details
Name or Title of Person to Contact: Dr. Soumya
Email Address: soumyays@yahoo.com
Registered Address: 104, Poornapragna Residency, 381&395, 11th main 15th cross Poornapragna Layout Uttarahalli, Bangalore, 560061
If you are dissatisfied with the manner in which we handle a complaint you make in relation to your Data, you may have the option to refer your complaint to the relevant data protection authority.
We prioritize the protection of your data rights on Our Site and kindly request that if you wish to lodge a complaint, you afford us the opportunity to address your concerns by contacting us using the above details before escalating the matter to the authorities.
- Your Duty to Inform Us of Changes
It is crucial that the personal data we hold about you remains accurate and up-to-date. Therefore, please inform us promptly if your personal data changes during your engagement with us.
- Links to Other Third-Party Websites, Plug-ins, and Applications
From time to time, this website may provide links to other websites, plug-ins, and applications. Clicking on these links or enabling these connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. Our Site has no control over such websites, plug-ins, and applications and accepts no responsibility for their content. This Privacy Policy does not extend to your use of such websites, plug-ins, or applications. It is advisable to review the privacy policy or statement of other websites, plug-ins, or applications before using them, as we are not liable for their privacy statements.
2) DATA COLLECTION PROCEDURES
At our organization, we adhere to a structured approach in collecting, utilizing, storing, and transferring data, inclusive of personal data or information concerning individuals, provided that explicit consent has been granted, or in cases where a lawful basis exists, such as legal obligations. These activities are conducted in strict compliance with our established privacy policy. It’s important to note that the data collected excludes instances where identities have been anonymized.
The scope of data collection on Our Site encompasses, but is not limited to, the following domains:
- Identity Data: Comprising first and last names, usernames, titles, dates of birth, genders, professions, and job titles.
- Contact and Profile Data: Encompassing billing addresses, delivery or postal addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, preferences, interests, usernames, passwords, purchase histories, feedback, and survey responses.
- Financial and Transaction Data: Encompassing bank account details, payment card information (e.g., credit/debit card numbers), transaction specifics, and details pertaining to products and services procured.
- Technical and Usage Data: Encompassing internet protocol (IP) addresses, login credentials, web browser specifications, time zone configurations, browser plug-in details, operating system particulars, device technologies used for accessing Our Site, URLs of referring sites, user activities and interactions within the website, products and services accessed, and the sites exited to.
- Marketing and Communications Data: Covering preferences regarding marketing communications from our organization and third-party entities, as well as communication preferences.
Furthermore, we engage in the collection, utilization, and dissemination of Aggregated Data, which encompasses statistical or demographic data. This data, though derived from personal data, does not disclose the identity of individuals directly or indirectly under legal frameworks.
- METHODS OF PERSONAL DATA ACQUISITION
Aligned with our privacy policy, personal Data is acquired through various methodologies, including but not limited to:
- Direct Provision: Data is furnished to us by individuals themselves.
- External Sources: Data is received from third-party sources.
- Automated Collection: Data is gathered automatically.
Individuals may provide their Data by completing forms, corresponding via postal mail, telephone, email, or other communication channels. This encompasses scenarios such as registration for accounts, participation in surveys, competitions, promotions, application for products/services, consent for marketing communications, utilization of our services/publications, and providing feedback.
Additionally, upon accessing Our Site, Data is collected automatically, encompassing information related to the visit (e.g., IP address, date and time of access, frequency of visits, content interaction), as well as personal particulars pertaining to contact, financial transactions, deliveries, and providers of payment and delivery services.
4) UTILIZATION OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
The usage of your Data by our organization is governed by established principles and legal frameworks. We may employ your Data for the outlined purposes when deemed necessary for our legitimate interests. Should you hold reservations regarding this, you retain the right to object under specific circumstances, as delineated in the section titled “Your Rights” below. It’s imperative to highlight that we only utilize your personal data when permitted by law. Typically, the primary legal bases upon which we rely for the utilization of your personal data include:
4.1) Contract: In instances where the use of your personal information is requisite for fulfilling contractual obligations or pre-contractual measures initiated at your behest.
4.2) Consent: Clear consent provided by you for the processing of your personal information for specific purposes.
4.3) Legal and Regulatory Obligations: Necessitated utilization of your personal data for compliance with legal mandates.
4.4) Legitimate Interests: Utilization of your personal information deemed necessary for our legitimate interests or those of a third party, where such interests do not override your fundamental rights and interests.
4.5) Communication Updates: Provision of information pertaining to our products and services, contingent upon your consent. Such information dissemination may occur via email, direct messaging through social media platforms, or postal communication. You retain the right to withdraw consent for marketing activities at any time, accessible through avenues such as contacting us at soumyays@yahoo.com or utilizing the ‘unsubscribe’ functionality in our email communications.
The aforementioned Data may be periodically requisite by us to ensure optimal service provision and user experience on our Website, plugins, or applications. Specifically, Data may be utilized for the following purposes:
a) Internal Record Keeping.
b) Enhancement of our Products/Services.
c) Dissemination of Marketing Materials via Email.
d) In alignment with this privacy policy.
5) MARKETING AND PROMOTION
We strive to offer you choices concerning the utilization of certain personal data, particularly in the realm of marketing and advertising. Your personal Data may be utilized to formulate insights into your preferences and interests, thereby informing our decisions regarding product offerings, services, and promotional endeavors.
You will receive marketing communications from us if you have solicited information, procured goods or services, or voluntarily provided your Data during competition entries or promotional registrations, and have not opted out of receiving such communications.
6) THIRD-PARTY MARKETING
We shall seek your explicit opt-in consent before sharing your personal data with any third party.
7) OPTING OUT
You retain the option to request cessation of marketing communications from us or third parties at any time. This can be facilitated by following the opt-out instructions included in marketing messages or by contacting us directly at xxxxxxx.
Should you opt out of receiving marketing messages, please note that this does not affect the retention of personal data provided to us as a result of product/service transactions or engagements.
8) DISCLOSURES OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA
Your Data may be shared with the following entities for specified purposes:
a) Our Employees, Agents, and/or Professional Advisors: For consultation with professional advisers and regulatory compliance.
b) Third-Party Service Providers: Engaged in functions on our behalf that necessitate personal data processing to ensure smooth website operations.
c) Third Parties Involved in Business Transactions: In scenarios involving sale, transfer, or merger of business segments or assets.
d) Third-Party Payment Providers: Facilitating payment processing on the Website.
We mandate all third parties to uphold the security and confidentiality of your personal data, utilizing it solely for specified purposes and in compliance with legal directives.
9) DATA SECURITY
We have implemented rigorous security measures to safeguard against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or loss of your personal data. Access to your data is restricted to authorized personnel with a bona fide business need, subject to confidentiality obligations.
Furthermore, we have established protocols for addressing suspected data breaches, inclusive of notifying affected parties and pertinent regulators where legally mandated.
10) DATA RETENTION
Your personal data is retained only for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, inclusive of legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. Retention periods are determined based on factors such as data volume, sensitivity, risk assessment, and legal requirements.
Unless stipulated otherwise by law, your Data is retained on our systems solely for the duration requisite to achieve the purposes outlined in this privacy policy or until a request for deletion is received. Additionally, even after data deletion, residual copies may persist on backup or archival media for legal or regulatory compliance.
11) YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
Under applicable data protection laws, you possess the following rights concerning your personal data:
a) Right to Access: Entitlement to request access to, modification, update, or deletion of your personal data.
b) Right to Rectify: Ability to have inaccuracies or incompleteness in your Data corrected.
c) Right to Erasure: Right to request deletion or removal of your Data from our systems.
d) Right to Restrict Processing: Right to limit or block the processing of your Data.
e) Right to Object: Right to object to the processing of your Data, including cases where it’s processed for legitimate interests.
f) Right to Data Portability: Right to request transfer or copy of your Data.
g) Right to Withdraw Consent: Right to withdraw previously granted consent.
For inquiries, exercising rights, or withdrawing consent, please contact us via the provided email address. Ensuring the accuracy and currency of your Data is paramount, thus, please notify us of any changes.
No fees are typically charged for accessing personal data or exercising rights. However, charges may apply if requests are deemed unfounded, repetitive, or excessive.
12) CHANGES TO PRIVACY NOTICE
We reserve the right to amend this privacy policy as necessitated by circumstances or legal requirements. Any alterations will be promptly communicated through Our Site, with your continued use thereof deemed acceptance of the revised terms.
13) CONTACT US
For inquiries or assistance, please reach out via the provided email address. soumyays@yahoo.com
Thank you for your visit to our Site and for reviewing our Privacy Policy.
*Last updated: September 2024