Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 1, 2025

At Atari Guwahati (“we,” “us,” or “our”), accessible via https://atariguwahati.in, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use and protect it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact details: name, email address, phone number when you submit forms or subscribe.
  • User Content: comments, feedback, questions, or forum posts.
  • Payment Data: only if you purchase premium content or services (e.g., billing address, last four digits of payment method; full payment data is handled by secure third‑party processors).

Information Automatically Collected

  • Log Data: your IP address, browser type/version, device type, operating system, and pages you view.
  • Usage Data: entry/exit pages, timestamps, click paths, scroll depth.
  • Cookies & Similar Tech: small data files stored on your device to remember preferences and track usage.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your data to:

  1. Deliver & improve our content, products, and services.
  2. Communicate with you: send newsletters, respond to inquiries, and notify you of policy updates.
  3. Personalize your experience: recommend articles, adjust site layout, and show relevant ads (if enabled).
  4. Ensure security: detect fraud, enforce our terms, and monitor for abuse.
  5. Analyze trends: measure site performance, user engagement, and traffic sources.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you’re in the European Economic Area (EEA), we rely on:

  • Consent: for newsletters and non‑essential cookies.
  • Contractual necessity: to deliver paid services.
  • Legitimate interests: for site security, analytics, and internal research.
  • Compliance with legal obligations: such as record‑keeping.

4. Data Retention

  • Account & Profile Data: retained as long as your account exists or for 3 years of inactivity.
  • Newsletter Records: retained until you unsubscribe plus 1 year for compliance.
  • Anonymous Analytics: logs and cookies purged or anonymized after 24 months.
  • Legal Holds: if required by law or dispute, data may be retained longer.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use:

  • Essential Cookies: enable core site functionality (e.g., login, form submissions).
  • Performance Cookies: gather anonymous analytics (page views, traffic sources).
  • Functional Cookies: remember your preferences (language, font size).
  • Advertising Cookies: provided by third‑party partners for interest‑based ads (only with consent).

You can manage preferences via our cookie banner or your browser settings, but disabling some cookies may degrade site functionality.

6. Disclosure to Third Parties

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: hosting, email delivery, analytics, and customer support (under strict NDA).
  • Payment Processors: for handling transactions (we never store full payment details).
  • Legal Authorities: when required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety.
  • Business Transfers: in the event of merger, acquisition, or asset sale—data remains subject to this policy.

7. International Data Transfers

Our servers and service providers may be located outside your country. When transferring data internationally, we ensure:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards.
  • Data adequacy decisions where applicable.
  • Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest.

8. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Delete your data (“right to be forgotten”), subject to legal exceptions.
  • Restrict or object to certain processing (e.g., marketing).
  • Data Portability: receive a copy of your data in a structured, machine‑readable format.
  • Withdraw Consent: for processing based solely on consent (e.g., cookies, newsletters).

To exercise any right, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our site is intended for a general audience and not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe we have unintentionally collected data from a child, please contact us to have it removed.

10. Data Security Measures

We implement industry‑standard measures including:

  • Encryption (TLS/HTTPS) for data in transit.
  • Access Controls: role‑based permissions for our staff.
  • Regular Audits: vulnerability scans and security reviews.
  • Incident Response: procedures to detect, contain, and notify you of any breach.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we will:

  • Post the revised policy here with a new “Last updated” date.
  • Notify subscribers via email if changes are material.
  • Obtain consent again if required by law.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out:

  • Address: House No. XX, Rehabari, Guwahati – 781008, Assam, India
  • Email: [email protected]

Thank you for trusting Atari Guwahati. We’re committed to protecting your privacy and providing valuable, reliable health content.