1. Introduction

At Samvida Law Associates (“we”, “us”, or “our”), we value your trust and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard the data you provide when you visit our website. This policy complies with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Rules made thereunder, and is designed with due regard to the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (yet to be notified).

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily:
– Contact Forms: Name, email address, phone number, and message content.
– Comment Sections: Name, email, and any information shared in comments.
– Newsletter Sign-Up (Planned): Email address (once active).

B. Information Collected Automatically:
– IP address, browser type, device type, referring website, and page interaction (collected via Google Analytics).
– Cookie data for session tracking and performance optimization.

3. How We Use Your Information

– Respond to your inquiries and legal service requests.
– Improve the functionality and content of our website.
– Analyze website usage to better serve our readers.
– Send newsletters or legal updates (once you opt in).
– Display advertisements and sponsored content (via AdSense and similar platforms).

4. Use of Cookies

Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use cookies to:
– Analyze traffic and visitor behavior.
– Customize your browsing experience.
– Enable ad delivery and content personalization.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers, such as:
– Google Analytics (and similar platforms in future)
– Google AdSense (or similar ad networks)
– Email newsletter tools (e.g., Mailchimp, once enabled)

These services may collect anonymized usage data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

6. Information Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information to anyone.

We may share limited information with:
– Authorized service providers for analytics, hosting, or marketing.
– Legal authorities if required by law or court order.

7. Data Security

We maintain administrative and technical safeguards to protect your data. Website access is limited to authorized administrators and authors only.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:
– Request access to your personal data.
– Ask for correction or deletion of your data.
– Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from newsletters once active).

Please email us at samvidalaw@gmail.com to exercise your rights.

9. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

10. External Links

Our blog posts may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please contact:

Samvida Law Associates
202, Savitri Apartment, A N Path, Boring Road, Patna – 800013
Email: samvidalaw@gmail.com
Phone: +91-9439474248

13. Grievance Redressal

In accordance with Rule 5(9) of the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, any grievances or discrepancies relating to your data can be addressed to:

Grievance Officer: Abhishek Kumar
Designation: Advocate & Managing Partner
Email: samvidalaw@gmail.com
Phone: +91-9439474248

We shall endeavour to respond within 15 days from the date of receipt of your grievance.