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IndiaSpend Subscription Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how IndiaSpend (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal data when you subscribe to IndiaSpend’s digital products and services. By subscribing, you agree to the practices outlined below.

2. Data Collection

  • We collect personal information that you provide during subscription and registration, such as your name, email, contact details, and student ID for student plans.

  • Payment information is collected by secure third-party payment processors.

  • Usage data (such as article views, downloads, webinar participation) may be logged to improve our services.

3. Use of Information

  • Your personal information is used to manage your subscription, process payments, provide access to premium content, downloadable datasets, and support services.

  • We may use your information to analyze usage patterns, improve user experience, and communicate important updates.

  • Datasets downloaded are tracked for compliance and license protection.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

  • No sale or rent: We do not sell or rent your personal data.

  • Data may be shared:

    • With authorized third-party service providers strictly for fulfilling services (e.g. payment processing, support).

    • With editorial or legal teams for verification or compliance where needed.

    • With your consent or under legal obligation (e.g., responding to law enforcement or regulatory requests).

  • All sharing complies with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPPA), 2023, and relevant journalistic ethics.

5. Security Measures

  • Personal data is protected using encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

  • While we take reasonable steps to safeguard data, no system is 100% immune. Users are advised to use secure passwords and avoid sharing credentials.

6. Children’s Privacy

  • Our services are not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children below this age.

7. User Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information by contacting respond@indiaspend.org.

  • Withdraw consent or object to certain types of data use (subject to service limitations).

  • Write to us for privacy-related concerns or feedback.

8. Data Retention

  • We retain your data for as long as your subscription is active or as needed for legal, regulatory, or audit purposes.

  • Upon cancellation, data not required for compliance or dispute resolution will be deleted.

9. Updates to Policy

  • We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be posted with date updates. Continued use of our services implies acceptance of these changes.

10. Contact

For privacy questions, requests, or complaints, email: respond@indiaspend.org



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