Privacy Policy

Startup Dangal, an initiative of All India Council for Robotics & Automation under IndiaFirst Startup Mission, is committed to protecting the privacy of the users of its website and services. This privacy statement describes how AICRA collects and uses the personal information you provide on our public websites and the choices available to you regarding our use of your personal information.

By accessing or using the Site, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, as well as data collected automatically through your use of the Site. This may include:

• Personal Information: When you register, apply, or interact with us on the Site, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, company name, and other information related to your business or investment interests.
• Usage Data: We may automatically collect information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited on the Site. This helps us understand how users engage with our Site and improve user experience.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site, analyze trends, track users’ movements around the Site, and gather demographic information. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but doing so may limit some functionalities of the Site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To Provide Services: To respond to your inquiries, process applications, provide relevant information about Startup Dangal, and facilitate interactions between startups, investors, and other participants.
• To Improve Our Site: To analyze how users interact with the Site, helping us improve functionality, design, and content.
• To Communicate with You: To send you updates, newsletters, promotional materials, or other communications related to Startup Dangal that you have opted to receive.
• To Comply with Legal Requirements: To fulfill any legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following situations:

• With Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors and service providers who assist with the operation of the Site, such as web hosting, analytics, and customer support. These service providers are obligated to use your information solely for the purpose of providing services to us and are bound by confidentiality agreements.
• With Legal Authorities: We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal processes, such as a court order or subpoena.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you if such a transfer occurs.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. While we implement security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Correction: You may request that we correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
• Opt-out: You may choose to opt-out of receiving marketing emails by following the unsubscribe link in the email or contacting us directly.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Children's Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised date. We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy for any updates.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: info@aicra.org

Address: 225, US Complex, Jasola, New Delhi - 110076

By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.