1) Who this policy applies to
This policy applies to visitors, clients, and anyone who submits information through the website forms (e.g., Contact form, Free consult form) or communicates via embedded services like live chat.
2) Information I collect
A. Information you provide
- Contact details: name, email address, phone number (if provided)
- Message content: details you type in your inquiry (project needs, requirements, questions)
- Booking/consult info: email and any details you share for scheduling/consultation
B. Technical information (automatically collected)
- IP address, device type, browser type, approximate location (city/region level), and referral pages
- Basic usage information (pages visited, timestamps) through hosting logs or third-party tools
3) How I use your information
- To respond to your messages and inquiries
- To provide services: design, development, consulting, mentorship, and support
- To contact you regarding your request, proposal, or project updates
- To prevent spam/abuse and secure the website
- To improve website performance and user experience
4) Legal basis / consent
I process your information mainly based on: (a) your consent (when you submit forms), and (b) legitimate interest (responding to business inquiries and maintaining website security). If you do not want your data processed, please do not submit the forms.
5) Where your data is stored
Form submissions may be stored in Google Sheets using Google Apps Script. Hosting and website operations may involve providers such as Vercel.
Form storage
Google Sheets (via Apps Script Web App). Used to keep track of inquiries & consult requests.
Live chat
Tawk.to may process chat messages and technical identifiers as per their own privacy policy.
6) Sharing of information
I do not sell or rent your personal data. I may share limited data only in these cases:
- Service providers: tools needed to run the site and process forms (Google / hosting / chat)
- Legal requirements: if required to comply with law, court order, or lawful request
- Fraud & security: to investigate or prevent abuse, fraud, or technical attacks
7) Cookies
This website may use cookies or similar technologies for essential functionality and service integrations. You can control cookies from your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect some features.
8) Data retention
I keep submitted information only as long as needed for communication, service delivery, record-keeping, and reasonable follow-up. Typical retention ranges from 6 to 24 months.
9) Security
I take reasonable measures to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure. Please avoid sending sensitive information (passwords, OTPs, bank details) via forms or chat.
10) Your rights
- Request access to the information you submitted
- Request correction if something is inaccurate
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for future processing
11) Children’s privacy
This website is not intended for children under 13. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
12) International transfers
Third-party providers may process data on servers outside India depending on their infrastructure.
13) Updates to this policy
I may update this Privacy Policy. The “Last updated” date will reflect the latest revision.
14) Contact
- Name: Sujit Mahapatra
- Email:
sujitwork08@gmail.com - Website: sujitmahapatra.in