1. Introduction

My Desi Connect (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number)
• Demographic information
• Account login credentials
• Usage data and interaction history with our platform
• Device and browser information

3. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

• Providing and maintaining our service
• Personalizing user experience
• Communicating with you about our services
• Improving our platform and user experience
• Detecting and preventing fraudulent activities
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

• Consent you provide
• Contractual necessity
• Legitimate business interests
• Compliance with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal data with:

• Service providers and technology partners
• Legal and regulatory authorities
• Professional advisors
• Potential business merger or acquisition partners

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular security audits
• Access controls
• Secure data transmission protocols

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request data correction
• Request data deletion
• Object to data processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, typically:

• Active user accounts: Data maintained throughout account lifecycle
• Inactive accounts: Data retained for 2 years after last interaction
• Legal and compliance requirements: Data kept as required by law

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Enhance user experience
• Analyze site traffic
• Personalize content
• Implement security features

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. International Data Transfers

While primarily operating in the UK, we may transfer data to countries outside the UK. We ensure such transfers comply with UK GDPR requirements and implement appropriate safeguards.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or platform notification.

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact:

My Desi Connect Privacy Team

Admin@mydesiconnect.com

Last Updated: [21/Nov/2024]

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