We collect only what we need to run the community, never sell your personal data, and you can download or delete it at any time.
Who we are
Digital Startup India (“we”) operates this platform and is the data fiduciary for the personal data described here, under India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
What we collect
- Account data: name, email, mobile, location and account type.
- Profile data: business, professional or CV details you choose to publish.
- Activity: enquiries, applications, registrations, messages and payments.
- Technical data: device, browser and essential cookies to keep you signed in.
How we use it
- To run your account and show your public profile.
- To deliver enquiries, applications and notifications you ask for.
- To process payments and issue GST invoices.
- To keep the platform safe and prevent fraud.
- To send newsletters — only if you subscribe.
What others can see
Your public profile shows what you publish. Contact details are shown according to your plan and privacy settings. Private documents are visible only to you and our verification team.
Sharing
We share data only with service providers who help us run the platform (hosting, email, SMS/WhatsApp, payments) under strict contracts, and when the law requires it. We never sell personal data.
Retention
We keep your data while your account is active and for as long as required by tax and legal obligations afterwards.
Your rights
You can access, correct, download and delete your data, withdraw consent and nominate someone to act for you, from Privacy & data in your account.
Security
We use encryption in transit, hashed passwords, access controls and audit logs to protect your data.
Grievance Officer & your rights
Digital Startup India Grievance Officer, Grievance Officer · admin@gmail.com
Download your data, withdraw consent, request corrections or delete your account any time from Privacy & data. Make a data request · How to raise a complaint. Policy version 1.0.
Our team usually replies within one working day.