privacy policy

Privacy Policy and Data Processing Principles Last updated: Sep 27, 2024

At Databaseindia (“The Company”), the protection and security of your personal data are of paramount importance to us. We are committed to complying with applicable Indian data protection laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2024.

This Privacy Policy applies to all services, websites, apps, events, and other platforms owned and operated by the Company.

1. Data Processing Principles a. Information Automatically Collected

When you access our websites, we and our possible third-party partners may automatically collect certain information from your device, including IP addresses, browser types, internet service providers, and platform types, among others. This data helps us improve our services and is collected as part of standard website functionality.

b. Location Data

We do not collect your precise geolocation. However, IP addresses may be used to approximate your location for analytical purposes, which helps us tailor our services to your needs.

c. Information Provided by Others

We may combine personal data collected from you with publicly available data or information provided by third parties. This allows us to personalize your experience and improve our services.

d. Anonymization

We may anonymize personal data collected from users, allowing us to use this data for business purposes, including research, analytics, and service improvement. Anonymized data cannot be used to identify individuals.

2. How and What Personal Information We Collect and Use Personal Information We Collect

We collect and process the following types of data:

• Full Name
• Business Email Address
• Job Title
• Business Phone Numbers
• Business Office Address
• Public Social Link

How and Where We Collect Information

• Public sources authorized by you or third-party platforms
• Direct and indirect interactions on our website

Why We Use the Data

We use personal data to provide accurate business information for marketing purposes, improve user experience, enhance security, and develop new features. We do not collect additional categories of personal information without your consent or use it for purposes unrelated to our business objectives.

3. Consent Withdrawal and Data Deletion

For Indian Residents: You can withdraw your consent at any time or request deletion of your personal data by contacting us at data@bookyourdata.com.

4. Marketing Purposes and Newsletter

By subscribing to our newsletter, you provide explicit consent for us to use your email address for sending marketing communications. You can unsubscribe from these emails at any time using the "unsubscribe" link provided or by contacting us.

5. Disclosure of Your Information to Third Parties

We may disclose your personal information to third parties in specific circumstances, such as:

• Protecting abuse victims
• Complying with legal obligations
• Engaging technology service providers (cloud services, analytics, etc.)
• Participating in business transactions like mergers or acquisitions
• Cooperating with law enforcement or regulatory authorities

We ensure that any third parties we engage respect the security and privacy of your data.

6. International Data Transfers

For Indian residents, we may transfer your personal data to countries outside India, including the US or the EU. Such transfers are carried out with appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to protect your personal data.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security practices and procedures as required under Indian law, including encryption technologies such as Secure Socket Layer (SSL) to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute safety of data transmission.

8. Data Retention

Your personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable law. We consider the sensitivity of the data, the risk of harm, and any legal or regulatory requirements when determining retention periods.

9. Your Rights Under Indian Law

Rights under the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2024:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: You may request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to Erasure: You may request the deletion of your personal data if it is no longer needed for the purposes it was collected.
• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data under specific circumstances.
• Right to Data Portability: You may request the transfer of your personal data to another service provider.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at data@databaseindia.com.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to personalize your experience on our website. By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies. You may opt out of certain cookies by adjusting your browser settings.

11. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Policy for Minors

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will be modified accordingly.

14. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at data@databaseindia.com.

Do Not Sell My Personal Information and Remove Me

At DatabaseIndia.com, we respect your privacy and provide you with the right to request removal of your personal information from our database. You may exercise this right by contacting us directly through the provided channels.

As outlined in our Privacy Policy, we primarily collect and process business-related data, including information about professionals and companies. Our goal is to avoid collecting personal data beyond the business context.

If you wish to opt-out or request that your personal information be removed from our records, please email us at data@databaseindia.com. Kindly provide your full name and specify the information you would like to be deleted. We may request additional details to verify your identity and process your request accordingly.

Data Collection and Usage

We collect professional data that is publicly available or provided by you in a business context. This data may be shared with third parties solely for legitimate business purposes, such as helping you connect with potential clients or partners.

We have reviewed our privacy practices to ensure compliance with applicable data protection regulations in India and other relevant jurisdictions. Below are details on what we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

Personal Information We Collect

• Full Name
• Business Email Address
• Job Title
• Business Phone Numbers
• Business Office Address
• Public Social Media Links

How We Collect Information

• From publicly available sources, either posted by you or authorized by you.
• Directly or indirectly through your interactions with our website (e.g., browsing behavior, cookies, etc.).

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide accurate business contact information to our clients for marketing purposes.
• Enhance your professional presence in business networks.
• Improve user interaction on our platform, such as live chat features.
• Offer and update our services to better serve you.
• Improve our website functionality and user experience.

Your Rights Regarding Personal Information

As a user, you have the following rights:

1. Access and Data Portability: You can request information about the personal data we hold, including:

   • The categories of data we collect.
   • Sources of personal data.
   • Business purposes for collecting the data.
   • Any third parties with whom we may share your data.

2. Deletion of Personal Information: You may request that we delete your personal data from our systems, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., compliance with legal obligations, ongoing business transactions).

Requesting Removal of Your Information

To request the removal of your information, please email us at data@databaseindia.com with the subject line "Opt-Out Request" and include the details you wish to have removed.