Privacy Policy
Last Updated: August 22, 2025
Effective Date: August 22, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Gandhar Mengle (gandharmengle.com) (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of individuals (“you,” “your,” or “user”) who access or use our website.
We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with applicable data protection and privacy regulations worldwide, including but not limited to the Information Technology Act (India), GDPR (European Union), CCPA (California, USA), UK Data Protection Act, and other relevant global frameworks.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following personal information when you interact with our website:
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First Name and Last Name (for personalization and identification)
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Email Address (for newsletters, product access, community updates, and communication)
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Consent Information (confirmation of age above 13, acceptance of terms, and subscription preferences)
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health data, financial data, political opinions).
2. How We Collect Your Information
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When you subscribe to our mailing list or newsletters.
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When you apply for early product access or community participation.
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When you contact us via forms or communication channels.
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Through cookies and similar technologies (handled via WIX, our hosting platform).
3. Why We Collect Your Information
We collect information for:
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Sending newsletters, updates, and community insights.
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Providing early access to products and testing opportunities.
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Improving the Website’s functionality and user experience.
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Fulfilling legal and compliance obligations.
4. Hosting and Data Storage
Our website is hosted on WIX. Your personal information is stored on secure WIX servers, protected by industry-standard security protocols (encryption, firewalls, SSL). WIX may store data in multiple jurisdictions worldwide. For more details, please refer to WIX’s Privacy Policy.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share information with:
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Service providers (e.g., WIX, email delivery platforms).
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Regulatory authorities (if legally required).
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Collaborators or team members (only when necessary, and under strict confidentiality).
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated:
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Until you unsubscribe from our mailing list.
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Until you request deletion of your personal data.
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As required by law.
7. User Rights
You have the right to:
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Access, update, or correct your data.
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Request deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”).
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Opt out of marketing communications.
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Request a copy of your personal data.
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Withdraw consent at any time.
Users in the EU/EEA (GDPR) and California (CCPA) have additional rights, including data portability and restrictions on processing.
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies (via WIX) to:
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Improve site performance and security.
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Analyze site traffic and user behavior.
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Customize content and communications.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some Website features may not function correctly.
9. Protection of Minors
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age.
By subscribing, you confirm that you are 13 years or older.
If we discover that a minor’s data has been collected without parental consent, we will delete it immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be stored and processed outside your country of residence (including in the United States, EU, or other jurisdictions). We ensure compliance with cross-border data transfer laws by relying on secure hosting providers and industry standards.
11. Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption, SSL certificates, and secure access protocols.
12. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
📧 mengle.gandhar@gmail.com