Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01 - July - 2025

At Aligned by Anandagouda ("we", "us", or "our"), accessible from https://alignedbyanandagouda.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share your information, and your rights regarding that data.

If you have any questions, please contact us at hello@alignedbyanandagouda.com.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

When you interact with us (e.g., via forms, subscriptions, consultations, or purchases), we may collect:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Billing and shipping address
Payment information (handled securely via Paypal or other service providers)
Any other information you voluntarily provide

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent
Referring site
Device information

This data is collected through tools like Google Analytics and cookies to improve user experience and performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your data to:

Provide services or information you request
Process payments and send receipts
Schedule meetings via Calendly
Send email updates or marketing messages (via Mailchimp, only if you opt in)
Improve our website, content, and offerings
Analyze trends and user behavior
Comply with legal obligations

We will never sell your data.

3. Third-Party Tools & Services

We use trusted third-party platforms, including:

Google Analytics (user behavior tracking)
Calendly (appointment scheduling)
Typeform (form submissions)
Stripe (payment processing)
Mailchimp (email newsletters and updates)

These providers may collect and store data according to their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies if you have concerns.

4. Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us improve your browsing experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly.

5. Data Storage & Security

We store your data on secure servers and take reasonable steps to protect it from loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent at any time
Object to or restrict processing
Receive your data in a portable format
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at hello@alignedbyanandagouda.com

7. GDPR Notice (for EU Residents)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The legal basis for collecting your data may include your consent, our contractual obligations, or legitimate interests.

8. CCPA Notice (for California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you are entitled to rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

Know what personal data we collect
Request deletion of your personal information
Opt-out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell your data)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@alignedbyanandagouda.com

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

11. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your data, contact:

Email: hello@alignedbyanandagouda.com
Website: https://alignedbyanandagouda.com