Layered Privacy & Cookies Policy

This privacy policy applies to this website: https://privacybestpractices.com/ (https://privacybestpractices.com/)(hereinafter referred to as 'We') and governs the privacy of its users who choose to visit and use it. It explains how we comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) of 2023, ensuring your personal data is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. This policy outlines how we process, collect, manage, and store your personal information, as well as your rights under the applicable privacy and data protection laws.

We don't collect any direct information about you when you interact with this website (except for the necessary cookies placed to ensure the website functions smoothly and provides a better user experience). You will be asked to use the provided tabs (available on this website itself) to connect with us via LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy)or WhatsApp (https://www.whatsapp.com/legal/privacy-policy)if you wish to engage with us for the services or assistance we offer. You can click on the links in the above paragraph to access the privacy policies of the respective service providers directly, as well as on LinkedIn and WhatsApp. By clicking on either link, you will be redirected to the privacy policy page of the respective service provider for further reading and reference. This will help you understand how these platforms handle your data independently, should you decide to connect with us using either or both of these service providers. In case you wish to connect with us, the information you provide and/or that is displayed by the above-mentioned service provider(s) will be processed under the legal basis of consent (either implied or explicit)

To better understand your needs and provide effective assistance, you might be required to share basic information about yourself and the project for which you are seeking help. This ensures that our services are tailored to your specific requirements and allows us to determine how best to support you. Sharing information may include: • Name of the contacting party. • Contact details (such as email or phone number). • Type of assistance required. • Further details or information related to your ongoing or forthcoming project/venture. ​ Rest assured that any information you provide will be handled with the utmost care and in accordance with applicable data protection laws. However, it will also be subject to our Terms of Service. For more details, we encourage you to review the Terms of Service.(https://ankitbhargava490.wixsite.com/my-site-34/terms-of-service)

We generally do not share the data collected via this website with third parties. However, if sharing your data becomes necessary, it will be done in accordance with our legitimate business interests and solely for the purpose of facilitating or improving the provision of one of our products or services. Any such data sharing will comply with applicable data protection laws and be limited to what is necessary to achieve the specified purpose.

We respect and uphold all the rights granted to end users (data subjects) under the applicable Data Protection Acts, including the EU GDPR, UK GDPR, PDPA, and DPDPA 2023, as they relate to your interactions with our website. We observe and respect all the rights granted to end users (data subjects) who interact with our website, in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you wish to exercise your rights as a data subject, you are welcome to contact us using the details provided below. We are committed to addressing your requests promptly and in compliance with relevant regulations. Email: ankit [at] privacybestpractices [dot] com Name: Ankit Bhargava

This website uses Google Analytics to track visitor activity and gain insights into how users interact with the site. The data collected helps us improve website functionality, optimize content, and enhance the overall user experience. The tracking software may place a cookie on your computer’s hard drive to monitor your engagement and usage of the website. However, it does not store, save, or collect any personal information that can directly identify you. For more information on how tracking is used and how you can manage or disable cookies, please refer to the Use of Cookies section of this policy. If you have additional questions, feel free to contact us.

Our analytics tools, including Google Analytics, help us collect the following information to better understand and improve user interactions with our website: 1. Real-Time Visitors – The number of users currently active on the site. 2. Site Sessions – Total visits made to the website. 3. Unique Visitors – The number of distinct users visiting the site. 4. Clicks to Contact – The number of times users click on contact links or buttons. 5. Top Traffic Sources – The primary channels driving visitors to the site (e.g., search engines, social media). 6. Sessions by Location – Visitor activity categorized by country. The data collected is retained for up to 30 days on this website's dashboard and up to 60 days on the Google Analytics dashboard from the current date. This retention ensures relevance and accuracy. The information is used exclusively to enhance website performance and improve the user experience. If significant changes are made to our site’s Privacy Policy or Cookies Policy, we will request all visitors to provide their consent again. This ensures transparency and keeps you informed about how your data is used and protected. For any further query feel free to write at: ankit [at] privacybestpractices [dot] com

We have implemented IP masking to enhance your privacy and ensure compliance with applicable data protection regulations. This means that your IP address is anonymized and cannot be directly linked to your identity, providing an added layer of security for your online interactions.

To provide users with greater control over their data, Google offers the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This tool allows you to prevent your data from being collected and used by Google Analytics across all websites. By installing this add-on on your browser, you can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking without affecting the functionality of other website features. For more information and to download the add-on, visit the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on page. (https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/google-analytics-opt-out/fllaojicojecljbmefodhfapmkghcbnh?hl=en&pli=1)

Users who contact us through this website do so at their own discretion and provide any personal details at their own risk. Any personal information shared with us will be handled with care, kept private, and securely stored. Your information will only be retained for as long as it is necessary for the purposes for which it was provided, or until it is no longer required. Where we have clearly informed you of our intentions and you have provided your explicit consent, we may use your details to send you information about our products or services via a mailing list system. Any such communication will be conducted in compliance with the data protection regulations referenced in this policy, including the EU GDPR, UK GDPR, PDPA, and DPDPA 2023.If you wish to withdraw your consent or stop receiving communications, you can do so at any time by contacting us directly.

Our website may feature social sharing buttons that allow users to share web content directly from our pages to their respective social media profiles. Please note: • You use these social sharing buttons at your own discretion. • By using these buttons, you accept that content may be published on your social media feed or profile page. ​ For additional information about the privacy practices and usage policies of specific social media platforms, please refer to their respective privacy policies. Links to some of these policies may be available in the resources section of this policy page. If you have any concerns about social media interactions or need further clarification, please feel free to contact us. Email: ankit [at] privacybestpractices [dot] com

While we strive to include only quality, safe, and relevant external links on this website, users are advised to exercise caution before clicking on any external web links mentioned here. Despite our best efforts to verify and maintain the integrity of these links, we cannot guarantee or be held responsible for the content of any externally linked websites. Users should be aware that they click on external links at their own risk, and we are not liable for any damages, loss of data, or other implications arising from visiting these external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies and terms of use of any external website they visit to ensure their safety and privacy are maintained. Please contact us if you require any further information. Email: ankit [at] privacybestpractices [dot] com

In compliance with our privacy standards and applicable regulations, the following types of personal data must not be sent to us: Children’s Data: • Data collected from children for whom parental consent is required for its collection, use, or sharing. • Data from products specifically targeted at children under such circumstances. Payment and Financial Data: • Information related to payments, financial transactions, or credit history. • Includes credit card numbers, bank account details, or any similar financial information. Authentication Data: • Any information used for authentication purposes, such as passwords or security credentials. Sensitive Categories: • Data related to sensitive categories, including but not limited to: • Race, religion, or ethnicity. • Sexual orientation or political affiliation. • Trade union membership. Location Data: • Any precise location data or current location information requires platform permissions. Health, Genetic, or Biometric Data: • Data concerning the health, medical history, or genetic and biometric identifiers of individuals. • Includes uniquely identifying physical characteristics. Criminal History Data: • Information about an individual’s criminal background or history. Sexual History Data: • Data related to an individual’s sexual history or background. These restrictions are in place to ensure that our services maintain the highest standards of data privacy and security. Users are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with these guidelines. Any violation, whether intentional or unintentional, may result in service restrictions, termination, or other consequences as deemed necessary. By using our services, users acknowledge and agree to these terms. For any questions or clarifications, please get in touch with us through the provided channels.