Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Atharv Kotekar ("Service Provider", "I", "me") collects, uses, and protects personal information provided by clients and website visitors ("you"). I am committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with applicable Indian data protection laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and associated rules.

2. Information I Collect

I may collect the following categories of personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, and phone number provided during initial enquiries or via the Contact page.
• Project Details: Information you share about your business, project requirements, technical specifications, and timelines.
• Payment Information: Payment is processed through third-party payment gateways (e.g., Razorpay). I do not store or have access to your full card or bank account details.
• Communications: Records of email correspondence and messages for the purpose of managing service delivery.
• Usage Data: Basic analytics data (page visits, browser type, device type) may be collected by the hosting provider or third-party analytics tools. This data is aggregated and not personally identifiable.

3. How I Use Your Information

Your personal information is used solely for the following purposes:

• To respond to your enquiries and provide the requested Services.
• To manage project delivery, invoicing, and client communication.
• To comply with legal obligations.
• To improve the quality of Services offered.

I will never sell, rent, or lease your personal information to any third party.

4. Data Sharing

I do not share your personal information with any third party except where strictly necessary (e.g., sharing project-relevant information with a contracted sub-contractor who is bound by equivalent confidentiality obligations, or disclosing information as required by law).

5. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Project records and invoicing data are retained for a minimum of seven (7) years for accounting and tax compliance purposes.

6. Cookies

This website may use essential cookies to ensure proper functioning. No tracking or advertising cookies are used. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, this may affect certain site features.

7. Data Security

I take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and I cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information I hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention obligations.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at hello@atharvkotekar.com.

9. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

10. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The current version will always be available on this page with the updated date. Continued use of this website or my Services after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

11. Contact

For any privacy-related queries or requests, please contact:
Atharv Kotekar
Plot No. 289, Shivganga Colony, Salokhenagar Road, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India — 416012
hello@atharvkotekar.com