Privacy Policy
Legal Intel owns and operates the website www.legalintel.in and its other digital platforms (the "Platform"). We value your privacy and take our responsibilities regarding your data seriously.
This Privacy Policy (the "Policy") is published in compliance with:
Section 43A of the Information Technology Act, 2000 ("IT Act");
Rule 4 of the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 ("SPDI Rules");
Rule 3(1) of the Information Technology (Intermediaries Guidelines) Rules, 2011.
This Policy addresses the information we collect in relation to our Platform and outlines:
The types of information we collect;
How we collect and use that information;
How you can provide information selectively, access, and update this information;
How we process, share, and protect your information.
General Information
1.1 The Platform is owned and managed by Legal Intel ("We" or "Us" or "Our"), a legal intelligence consultancy firm engaged in providing legal services ("Services"), with offices located at [Pune], India. This Privacy Policy applies to all current and former users who access or use our Platform or otherwise engage with us via email or other means (collectively, "You" or "Your").
1.2 The collection and processing of information during the delivery of our Services or any contractual or commercial engagements will be governed by the specific terms applicable, separate from this Privacy Policy.
1.3 By accessing or using the Platform, or by otherwise providing Us with your information, you confirm that you have the capacity to enter into a legally binding contract and have read, understood, and agreed to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1.4 You consent to the collection, use, sharing, and disclosure of your information as described in this Policy.
1.5 We may modify, add, or remove parts of this Privacy Policy from time to time. Your continued access to or use of the Platform will constitute your acceptance of such changes. If you disagree with this Policy, either partially or entirely, do not access/use the Platform or provide us with any of your information.
1.6 If you are accessing or using the Platform from outside India, you do so at your own risk and will be solely responsible for complying with any local laws that may apply.
Information Collected and Method of Collection
2.1 We collect various types of information about you, both directly through offline documentation and when you use our Platform: User Information, Demographic Information, Behavioral Information, and Indirect Information (each defined below, collectively referred to as "Information").
2.2 We collect this information either directly from you or indirectly through the use of different technologies.
User Information
2.3 To access our Platform, you may be required to provide information such as your name, email address, mobile number, the company/organization you work for, title, designation, and physical addresses (collectively, "User Information").
2.4 We may also collect User Information when you visit our offices to inquire about or avail our Services, or attend seminars, webinars, conferences, or events organized by us. Additionally, User Information may be collected for attending meetings at our offices, including accessibility or dietary requirements. This may include Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI). You acknowledge that such information is collected temporarily for limited purposes, and you consent to its collection.
Demographic Information
2.5 We may collect non-unique information that relates to selected population characteristics ("Demographic Information"), such as age, gender, and location.
Behavioral Information
2.6 We may collect information regarding how you use the Platform, and details about your device and software, including usage statistics, traffic data, IP address, browser type, operating system, domain names, access times, locations, and information about the parts of the Platform you access ("Behavioral Information").
Indirect Information
2.7 Your use of third-party services on the Platform may require us to collect additional information necessary for those services ("Indirect Information").
2.8 While Demographic Information, Behavioral Information, and Indirect Information are collected when you use the Platform, User Information is only collected with your prior consent unless there are other legal grounds for doing so, as further described in this Privacy Policy. If you provide User Information for third parties, we assume you have obtained their consent and have the necessary rights to provide their information.
2.9 Under the IT Act and SPDI Rules, personal information refers to any data that identifies a natural person, either directly or indirectly, when combined with other available information. Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI) includes details like passwords, financial data, health information, medical records, and biometric data.
2.10 Some of the information collected may qualify as Personal Information.
2.11 All Personal Information provided to us is voluntary. Collection, use, and disclosure of such information require your explicit consent unless other legal grounds exist.
2.12 You consent to the collection, use, storage, and transfer of your Personal Information as described in this Policy. If there are changes in data protection laws, we may reach out for additional consent and approvals.
2.13 You may choose not to provide certain Personal Information, but in such cases, you may be unable to access the Platform or avail services.
Use of Information
3.1 We use your information for the following purposes:
To operate and improve the Platform and provide a positive user experience.
For analysis, building algorithms, and creating databases for various purposes.
For research, audits, quality assessment, and troubleshooting.
To enhance the use of our resources and improve the platform.
3.2 We also use your information, including Personal Information, for:
Internal purposes such as record-keeping, accounting, and compliance with tax laws.
To deliver relevant information based on usage data and improve your experience.
To invite you for events, workshops, and seminars.
To comply with applicable laws.
To address queries and communicate updates.
To obtain feedback for improving our services.
3.3 You can opt out of receiving communications from us by emailing us at legal.intel.india@gmail.com.
3.4 We may engage with social media platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Any engagement with us through these platforms is subject to the respective platform's terms and privacy policy.
3.5 Our processing of your Personal Information is based on our legitimate interests in running a website, optimizing it, and offering business development activities.
Disclosure of Information
4.1 We may disclose your information, including Personal Information, to third parties in the following situations:
To consultants, advisors, and counterparties related to the Platform.
To third-party service providers authorized to perform functions related to the Platform.
For improvement purposes, we may share aggregated information with partners or users.
We may transfer your information to third parties, including international transfers, in accordance with the purposes above.
We may disclose your information if legally required, such as to comply with legal processes, protect our rights, or prevent fraud.
Third-Party Links
5.1 The Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We have no control over these external services and are not responsible for how they collect or disclose your information.
5.2 We are not liable for any loss or damage resulting from interactions with third-party services.
5.3 Third-party services may have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them before engaging with those services.
Changes to Your Information
6.1 You may review, correct, update, or change your Personal Information by emailing us at legal.intel.india@gmail.com.
6.2 You may request the deletion of your Personal Information, and we will comply unless retention is required by law.
6.3 Modifications to your Personal Information may affect your access to the Platform or services.
Security of Your Information
7.1 We implement physical, technical, and procedural safeguards to protect your information. These include regular reviews of information storage practices and restricting access to authorized personnel only.
7.2 However, we cannot guarantee complete security against breaches, as external factors beyond our control may lead to unauthorized access.
Retention of Information
8.1 We will retain your Personal Information for no longer than necessary, typically no more than five years, or as required by law.
8.2 You may request the deletion of your Personal Information.
8.3 We reserve the right to retain anonymized data for business purposes.
Disclaimer and Indemnity
We do not promise that your information will always remain private and are not responsible for any breaches that may occur due to third-party actions. By using the Platform, you agree to indemnify us for any disputes arising from the disclosure of information.
Grievance Officer
In accordance with the IT Act and related rules, the Grievance Officer's contact details are as follows:
Legal Intel
Email: support@legalintel.com
Please ensure you are familiar with and understand this Privacy Policy before using the Platform.