At Devasmriti Digital Services Private Limited (Devasmriti/Us/We/Our), we believe privacy is a fundamental right. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, and use your data when you use www.devasmriti.com (Devasmriti Website) and our services. We understand you care about how your information is used and shared, and we're committed to doing so responsibly.
This Privacy Policy is a legally binding agreement between you and us, effective upon your access or use of the Devasmriti Website. It should be read with our Terms of Use (available on our website). By using the Devasmriti Website, you unconditionally consent to this Privacy Policy as per Sections 43A and 72A of the Information Technology Act, 2000. If you don't agree or fully understand these terms, please don't use our platform.
While using our platform, we may collect various types of information, including personally identifiable information ("Personal Information") to provide and improve our services, process transactions, communicate with you, and prevent fraud. We may indicate which fields are required and which are optional.
Please note that we don't take responsibility for the genuineness of information provided by third parties or other users. While we strive to screen campaigns, this isn't error-free or a substitute for your independent investigation.
By using or continuing to use the Devasmriti Website, you consent to our use of your information (including sensitive personal information) as per this Privacy Policy. You also consent to us collecting, storing, processing, transferring, and sharing your information with third parties or service providers for the purposes outlined herein.
We do not collect any special category of personal data, such as race, religion, ethnicity, philosophical beliefs, sexual orientation, political opinions, trade union memberships, or criminal offenses/convictions.
Please be aware that not providing complete information or restricting displayed information might limit your access to the Devasmriti Website and our services.
How We Share Information (Authorized Third-Party Activities)
Devasmriti acts as a platform connecting users. We acquire, maintain, and process Personal Information for legitimate business interests, including establishing relationships, servicing needs, and for administrative purposes. We may use various contact management, analytics, and processing tools.
We may share personal data, including cookies, with service providers for web analytics, advertising, email distribution, and other contracted services. Their use of your data is limited to rendering these services. We may also share Personal Information with applicable trusts to comply with their legal obligations.
Your information may be shared with our group companies for business functions and internal analytics, even if they are in jurisdictions with different privacy standards. We have safeguards in place as per applicable law. In certain cases, we may process Personal Information based on your consent for specific purposes.
We do not control how unaffiliated third parties (providers of avenues, content, functionality, and services on our website and social media) collect or use your personal data. These third parties may use sophisticated technologies to collect, process, buy, and sell personal information. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. You can often manage some of these activities through your browser or app controls.
Links to Third-Party Websites
The Devasmriti Website may contain links to third-party websites or services not controlled by us. We are not responsible for transmissions received from them, their privacy practices, or their terms of use. We don't endorse or guarantee the accuracy of their content. Your interaction with linked websites is at your own risk, and you should review their privacy policies.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, small pieces of information stored on your device, to enhance your experience. Cookies help us recognize your browser, personalize your experience (including tailored advertisements), and store items in your cart. Some cookies are set by us, others by third parties providing services on our behalf.
You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or indicate when one is being sent. However, declining cookies may limit your ability to use some portions of the Devasmriti Website. If you keep cookies on, remember to sign off on shared computers.
Tailored Advertising
We may use third-party advertising technologies to deliver relevant content and ads on our platform and other websites. These ads can be based on your Browse activity, information you provide (e.g., age, gender), searches, demographic data, and user-generated content. We may provide hashed versions of your email addresses to service providers to target or retarget you with ads on other websites and mobile applications.
We do not have access to or control over the cookies or tracking technologies placed by non-affiliated third-party ad networks or servers. You can learn more about tailored browser advertising and opt out through industry programs like the Network Advertising Initiative's Consumer Opt-Out link or the Digital Advertising Alliance's Consumer Opt-Out link for US-based advertising, or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance Consumer Ad Choices link for EU-based advertising. You can also visit the Google Ads Settings page to opt out of Google Analytics for display advertising.
Even if you opt out, you may still see advertisements, but they won't be tailored to your interests. We don't control these opt-out links or their continued availability or accuracy.
By using our services, you explicitly consent to receiving SMS, messages, promotional material, or any other communication from us, including information and updates. You can opt out of these communications at any time by contacting our customer support.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. We consider the amount, nature, sensitivity, potential risk of harm from unauthorized use, processing purposes, and applicable legal requirements when determining retention periods. We may anonymize your data for research or statistical purposes and use it indefinitely without further notice.
Your Choices
You can choose not to provide certain information or opt out of specific features. We may automatically retain your preferences. To stop receiving updates, you can update your preferences or email us at support@devasmriti.com. Opting out of updates still means your use of the Devasmriti Website is governed by the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Your browser's "Help" menu can guide you on managing cookies.
Eligibility for Use
Use of the Devasmriti Website is available only to Indian passport holders capable of forming a legally binding contract under the Indian Contract Act, 1872. Minors (under 18) may only use it with parental or guardian involvement. We do not knowingly collect or store personal data of children unless legally permitted or provided where a child is a campaign beneficiary.
Grievances
Devasmriti aims to address donor concerns promptly. You can report grievances to our grievance officer, who will address them within one month of receipt.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time, so please review it periodically. Your continued use of our services after any modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and consent to the updated policy. We will notify you of material changes via email or a prominent notice on the Devasmriti Website.