Privacy policy

1. Introduction

Ankit Bhardwaj (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ankitbhardwaj.in, use our services, or submit inquiries through our contact forms or lead forms.

By using this website and our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information we collect

2.1 Personal information

When you contact us or submit a lead form, we may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Company name
• Service interest/requirements
• Project details and budget information (if provided)

2.2 Automatically collected information

When you visit this website, we automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• Geographic location

3. How we use your information

We use the collected information for:

• Service delivery: To respond to your inquiries and provide requested services
• Communication: To contact you regarding your project, consultation, or service requests
• Improvement: To improve this website, our services, and user experience
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use this website
• Marketing: To send promotional materials (with your consent)
• Legal compliance: To comply with legal obligations

4. Third-party services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

4.2 Google Ads

We use Google Ads for advertising and lead generation. When you submit a lead form through Google Ads, Google may collect information according to their privacy policy.

4.3 Web3Forms

Our contact forms are powered by Web3Forms. Form submissions are processed securely and sent to our email. Web3Forms does not store your data permanently.

4.4 WhatsApp

When you use our WhatsApp contact option, your communication is subject to WhatsApp's privacy policy and terms of service.

4.5 Payment processors

For transactions, we use third-party payment processors including PayPal, Wise, and bank transfers. We do not store complete payment card details on our servers.

5. Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Data retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Lead form submissions are typically retained for up to 2 years.

7. Your rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Object: Object to processing of your personal data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

8. Cookies

This website uses cookies to improve user experience and analytics. You can control cookie settings in your browser preferences.

• Essential cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand website usage (Google Analytics)
• Advertising cookies: Used for Google Ads remarketing

9. Children's privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. International data transfers

We operate internationally and serve clients across multiple regions. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with GDPR and CCPA where applicable.

11. Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

12. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: