Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 22, 2025

Welcome to Strategizer Franchise Consulting (“we”, “us”, or “our”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit https://strategizer.in or interact with our services.

1. Scope & Applicability

This Policy applies to visitors, users, and clients in India and internationally. We adhere to India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA), the Information Technology Act, 2000 & SPDI Rules 2011, and where relevant, to GDPR (for EU individuals) and CCPA (for California residents) principles, to the extent applicable.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Data You Provide

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you fill inquiry forms, subscribe to newsletters, or request consultations.
• Professional Details: Company name, role, industry information when relevant to franchise consulting services.
• Payment Details: If you purchase paid services, limited payment information may be processed via secure third-party gateways; we do not store full payment credentials on our servers.
• Communications: Messages, feedback, or other content you provide via email, chat, or forms.

2.2 Automatically Collected Data

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages visited, referral URLs, timestamps.
• Cookies & Tracking: We use cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to analyze site traffic and improve user experience. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.
• Usage Data: Interaction metrics, such as click paths, to optimize our website and services.

3. Legal Bases for Processing

• Consent: Where required (e.g., marketing communications), we obtain your explicit consent before processing.
• Contractual Necessity: To fulfil service agreements and deliver consultations or products you request.
• Legitimate Interests: For improving our website, security, and analytics, provided your rights do not override these interests.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

4. Use of Information

We use collected data to:

• Provide and personalize our franchise consulting services and respond to inquiries.
• Send updates, newsletters, promotional offers (only if you opt in).
• Improve our website, content, and service offerings.
• Analyze trends, monitor usage, and detect/security incidents.
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described or as required by law. For example, contact details may be kept for ongoing communications or statutory record-keeping, typically not exceeding 3 years unless extended by consent or legal requirement.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures (encryption, access controls, secure servers) to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method is 100% secure; if a breach occurs affecting your data, we will notify you as required by law.

7. Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties (e.g., analytics, hosting, payment processors) under confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Obligations: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality and user notice.

8. Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and analyze usage. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are sent. Note that blocking cookies may affect site functionality.

9. International Data Transfers

If we transfer personal data outside India (e.g., to cloud service providers), we ensure appropriate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses, equivalent protections) are in place to protect your information.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a minor provided personal data, please contact us to have it deleted.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights such as:

• Access: Request copy of personal data we hold about you.
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request erasure of data, subject to legal exceptions.
• Portability: Obtain and reuse your data across services.
• Withdrawal of Consent: Where processing is based on consent.
• Objection or Restriction: Object to or restrict certain processing.

To exercise these rights, contact us at the details below. We may require verification of identity before fulfilling requests.

12. Marketing Communications

If you opt in to receive marketing emails, you can unsubscribe at any time via the link in emails or by contacting us. After unsubscribing, we may still send you non-promotional communications (e.g., service-related updates).

13. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external sites not controlled by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their privacy policies when visiting.

14. Legal Disclaimers

The information on this site is for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal or professional advice. For specific legal guidance, consult a qualified attorney.

15. Grievance Officer

In accordance with the Information Technology Rules, 2011, we have appointed a Grievance Officer to address privacy-related concerns:

Name: Dinesh Kumar
Address: IInd Floor, Old No: 106, New No: 62, Chamiers Rd, Teynampet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600018
Email: Consuting@strategizer.in
Phone: +91-90941 42366

We will respond to your complaint within 30 days of receipt as per the Rules.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically (e.g., for legal or operational reasons). The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when changes were made. Significant changes will be notified via our website or email to subscribers.

17. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Strategizer Franchise Consulting
IInd Floor, Old No: 106, New No: 62, Chamiers Rd, Teynampet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600018
Email: Consuting@strategizer.in
Phone: +91-90941 42366