Privacy Policy

This privacy policy (“Policy”) describes how The Desi Andaz (“Digital Media & Social Media”) collects, uses, and shares personal information of users of this website, thedesiandaz.in (the “Website”). Please read the terms of this Policy carefully before using the Website or accessing any information, content, or services through it. Your use of our Website or services signifies your acceptance of this Policy and your agreement to be bound by its terms. Unless otherwise defined in this Policy, terms used herein have the same meanings as in our Terms of Use (the “Terms”).

If you do not agree with the terms of this Policy, please refrain from using this Website or availing of the services provided by it.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information about you when you register on the Website, interact with it, or choose to share information. This includes:

Information You Provide

When you sign up, we collect your name, age, gender, postal address, email address, phone number, username, password, and other details you provide directly on the Website.

Additionally, we receive information when you interact with, use, or access the Website. This includes your IP address, device details, operating system, browser type, and interactions such as page views, session details, and click events. When you post or share content on the Website, you grant us consent to track and use this information as necessary.

The collected information falls under the following categories:

(A) Personal Information: Defined under the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 (“Data Protection Rules”), Personal Information refers to any data that can identify an individual, such as names, addresses, and phone numbers.

(B) Sensitive Personal Information: As per Rule 3 of the Data Protection Rules, Sensitive Personal Information includes details related to passwords, financial data, health records, sexual orientation, biometric information, and other personally sensitive details. However, publicly available information or data disclosed under legal obligations is not considered Sensitive Personal Information.

(C) Associated Information: When you use the Website, we may collect associated metadata such as the time, date, and location of uploaded information, along with details about your internet service, browser type, and visited pages.

Information We Receive from Others: We may receive additional data when you visit third-party links via our Website or through cookies, including the date and time of visit, web addresses, technical details about your IP address, and device-related information.

Automatically Collected Information: When you visit the Website, we automatically log information such as your IP address, browser type, and interactions with the Website.

Cookies & Web Beacons: We use cookies to track user behavior, optimize content, and count visits. Web beacons (also known as clear gifs or pixel tags) are used alongside cookies to personalize the Website and track user engagement.

2. Use of Information

We may collect, use, or share your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and manage our services, verify identity, and contact users.
• To conduct promotions, events, and marketing campaigns.
• To distribute newsletters and other communications.
• To offer customer support and troubleshoot technical issues.
• To analyze Website performance and conduct research.
• To enhance user experience and provide personalized content.
• To ensure security and prevent fraudulent activities.
• To comply with legal obligations.

At the time of collecting Sensitive Personal Information, we will provide details about its intended use and recipients. For example, payment-related data may be shared with trusted payment gateway providers.

We retain Sensitive Personal Information only for as long as necessary to provide services or as required by law. Typically, information associated with your account is stored until account deletion.

3. Usage by Children

We do not knowingly collect or process data related to individuals under 18 years of age. Minors should seek parental or legal guardian consent before providing any personal details on the Website.

4. Links to Third-Party Websites

This Website may contain links to third-party sites. The Desi Andaz does not control or endorse these external sites and is not responsible for their privacy policies or practices. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

5. Security

We implement administrative, physical, and electronic measures to safeguard user data. User accounts are secured by passwords, and we advise users to keep their passwords confidential. While we take reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security due to potential unauthorized access, software failures, or other factors.

6. Sharing & Disclosure of Information

Disclosure by Law: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or legal process, or if necessary to protect rights, enforce our Terms, or ensure public safety.

Third-Party Disclosure: We engage trusted third parties for hosting, maintenance, marketing, and database management. Occasionally, we share user data with selected third parties offering products or services that may interest users. Users can opt out of receiving such offers at any time.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred to the acquiring entity. Users will be notified of any significant changes to data handling practices.

7. Opt-Out Options

Users may request access to their stored information or opt out of receiving communications. You can also withdraw previously provided consent by contacting us at thedesiandaz@gmail.com. However, withdrawing consent may restrict access to our services.

8. Contact Information

For any grievances, queries, or requests, please contact our Grievance Officer at:

Email: thedesiandaz@gmail.com

We will make reasonable efforts to address your concerns within one (1) month of receiving your request.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may modify this Policy periodically. Updates will be reflected in the “Last Updated” date below. Continued use of the Website after any modifications constitutes agreement to the revised Policy. If the changes are unacceptable, you should cease using the Website.

By selecting ‘I agree’, you confirm that you have read and understood this Policy and consent to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of your information as outlined.

Last Updated: 27 Feb. 2025