General
This document serves as an electronic record under the Information Technology Act, 2000, along with its implementing rules and amended provisions related to electronic records. It is generated by a computer system and does not necessitate physical or digital signatures.
As per Rule 3 (1) of the Information Technology (Intermediaries Guidelines) Rules, 2011, the rules, regulations, privacy policy, and terms of use for accessing or using FinTax24.in and its partner websites must be published.
The domain name www.FinTax24.in (“Website”) is owned and operated by FinTax24 LLP (“Company”), a Limited Liability Partnership incorporated under the LLP Act, 2008, with its registered office at Plot No.13, Poonam Park, Near Vanand Society, Behind Gayatri Nagar, Gariyadhar Road, Palitana, Bhavnagar, Gujarat 364270. The terms “You” and “User” refer to any legal person or entity accessing or using the services provided on this Website, capable of entering into legally binding contracts under the Indian Contract Act, 1872. “We,” “Us,” and “Our” refer to the Website and/or the Company, as applicable.
For the purposes of this Privacy Statement (“Policy”), the terms “Party” and “Parties” refer to the User and the Company, respectively. Section headings in this Policy serve solely to organize the provisions and hold no legal or contractual significance.
Your use of the Website is governed solely by this Policy, the Terms of Use of the Website (available at www.FinTax24.in), and any modifications or amendments made by the Company at its discretion. Your visit to the Website’s homepage or use of its services constitutes your unambiguous acceptance of this Policy and the Terms. The Terms and Policy are co-terminus, meaning the expiration or termination of one results in the termination of the other.
You acknowledge that no signature or express act is required to bind you to these Terms and the Policy, and your use of any portion of the Website constitutes your complete acceptance. The Company retains the exclusive right to amend or modify the Policy and Terms without your permission or prior notification, with such changes taking immediate effect. You must review the Policy and Terms regularly and comply with their provisions. Continued use of the Website after changes implies your agreement to any modifications. Your compliance grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable right to enter, access, and use the Website.
Personal and Other Information Collection
The User acknowledges and agrees to the following regarding the collection and storage of personal information by the Company/Website:
1. The Company collects and stores the User’s personal information provided periodically on the Website, including but not limited to username, passwords, email address, name, address, age, date of birth, sex, nationality, shopping preferences, browsing history, etc. This information is used to provide services and features tailored to the User’s needs and to enhance the Website’s user experience.
2. The User consents to the use of cookies or automatic tracking of certain information based on the User’s IP address and behavior on the Website. This information is used for internal research on user demographics, interests, and behavior to better cater to their needs.
3. If the User purchases products or services from the Website, the Company/Website may collect information about the User’s buying behavior and trends.
4. Any messages, reviews, or feedback posted by the User on the Website will be collected and stored indefinitely by the Company. This information may be used to resolve disputes, provide customer support, or be provided to appropriate governmental authorities if requested.
5. All information collected about the User may be compiled into a file or folder specifically created for or assigned to the User by the Company/Website.
6. Certain activities on the Website, such as placing an order, require the User to provide valid personal information. The contact information provided may be used to send the User offers and promotions, and the User consents to receiving such offers.
7. The User may be requested to complete voluntary online surveys, providing contact and demographic information. This information is used to customize the Website and provide products/services/content based on the User’s preferences.
8. The Company/Website may request reviews for products/services purchased/utilized by the User from the Website. The User’s reviews may be published on the Website along with certain contact information to benefit other Users.
9. The Website/Company is not compelled to store, upload, publish, or display content/reviews/surveys/feedback submitted by the User and may remove such content without notifying the User.
The User expressly acknowledges and agrees to these terms regarding the collection, storage, and use of personal information by the Company/Website.
Cookies
The User acknowledges and agrees to the following regarding cookies and data collection devices used by the Website:
1. A “Cookie” is a small piece of information stored by a web server on a web browser to later trace back to that browser. Cookies enable the browser to remember specific information about a user, including login identifiers and passwords.
2. The Website stores both permanent and temporary cookies on the hard drive and web browser of the User’s computer, and the User expressly consents to such placement.
3. Data collection devices such as cookies are used on certain Website pages to analyze web page flow, measure promotional effectiveness, and promote trust and safety. Some Website features may only be accessible using such cookies.
4. While the User is free to decline the Website’s cookies if the browser permits, certain Website features may become unavailable as a result of declining cookies.
5. Certain pages of the Website may contain cookies or similar devices placed by third parties or affiliates. The User acknowledges that the Company/Website has no control over the use of such cookies by third parties, and the Company/Website is not liable for their use. The User assumes all risks associated with third-party cookies or similar devices.
By using the Website, the User acknowledges and agrees to these terms regarding cookies and data collection devices.
Divulging/Sharing of Personal Information
The User acknowledges and agrees to the following regarding the sharing and disclosure of personal information by the Company and the Website:
1. Personal information may be shared with other corporate entities and affiliates to detect and prevent identity theft, fraud, and other potentially illegal acts; correlate related or multiple accounts to prevent abuse of the Website’s services; and facilitate joint or co-branded services provided by more than one corporate entity.
2. Personal information may be disclosed if required by law or if the Company/Website believes, in good faith, that such disclosure is reasonably necessary to respond to subpoenas, court orders, or other legal processes. This may include disclosing personal information to law enforcement agencies, third-party rights holders, or other third parties to enforce the Terms or Policy; respond to claims of violations of third-party rights; or protect the rights, property, or personal safety of users or the general public.
3. The Company/Website and its affiliates may share or sell some or all of the User’s personal information with other business entities in the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, amalgamation, or restructuring of the Company’s business. The new entity will remain subject to the Terms and Policy, as amended from time to time.
By using the Website, the User acknowledges and agrees to these terms regarding the sharing and disclosure of personal information by the Company and the Website.
Security
The Website ensures the safety and protection of all transactions through the following measures:
1. Encryption: Any information entered by the User during a transaction is encrypted to protect against unintended disclosure to third parties. This encryption helps safeguard sensitive data during transmission.
2. Credit and Debit Card Information: The User’s credit and debit card information are not received, stored, or retained by the Company/Website. Instead, the User provides this information directly to the relevant payment gateway. The payment gateway is authorized to handle such information and complies with regulations and requirements set forth by banks, institutions, and payment franchisees with which it is affiliated.
These measures aim to provide users with a secure transactional experience on the Website, minimizing the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Third Party Advertisements / Promotions
The User is informed that the Website utilizes third-party advertising companies to display advertisements to users. These advertising entities may gather information regarding the User’s visits to the Website as well as other websites to customize the advertisements displayed to the User. Additionally, the Website may include links to third-party websites that could collect personally identifiable information about the User.
It’s important to note that the Company/Website bears no responsibility for the privacy practices or the content of these linked websites. The User explicitly acknowledges this and agrees to accept all associated risks when accessing third-party websites linked from the Website.
Consent of User
By utilizing the Website or disclosing information to the Company through the Website, the User grants consent to the collection and utilization of the disclosed information by the User on the Website in alignment with this Policy. This includes the User’s agreement to share or disseminate the User’s information as outlined in Section 4 of this Policy.
Grievance Officer
As per the Information Technology Act of 2000 and its implementing regulations, the Grievance Officer’s details are provided below:
Name: Mohnish Ratnani
Email Address: mohnish@fintax24.in
Dispute Resolution and Jurisdiction
The parties agree that any disputes arising from this Policy or any other agreements between them shall be resolved through a two-step Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism.
Mediation: If a dispute arises, the parties will attempt to resolve it amicably through mediation. If they fail to reach a resolution within thirty (30) days of one party notifying the other of the dispute, the matter shall proceed to arbitration.
Arbitration: If mediation fails, the dispute shall be referred to arbitration by a sole arbitrator appointed by the Company. The arbitrator’s decision will be binding on both parties. Each party will bear its own costs unless the arbitrator decides otherwise. The arbitration will be conducted in English, with Palitana, Gujarat, serving as the seat of arbitration.
The parties acknowledge that the terms of this ADR mechanism will survive the termination or expiration of the Policy and/or Terms.
Furthermore, the parties agree that the Terms, Policy, and any other agreements between them will be governed by the laws of India. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Palitana, Gujarat.
