Privacy Policy

Last updated: 24 October 2026 · Data Fiduciary: SARWATRDESIGN NETWORK LLP, Bengaluru

Introduction

Welcome to Architects In India ("we," "our," or "us"), operated by SARWATRDESIGN NETWORK LLP, Bengaluru, India. We are committed to protecting your privacy under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and the Information Technology Act, 2000 with the SPDI Rules. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, why, how long we keep it, your rights, and how to reach our Grievance Officer.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
Professional information (company, job title, specialization)
Location data (city, state, country)
Profile information and photographs
Project details and architectural work samples

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:

IP address and browser information
Pages visited and time spent on our platform
Search queries and preferences
Device type and operating system
Referral sources and exit pages

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To provide and maintain our services
To create and manage your user account
To display your architectural projects and professional profile
To facilitate connections between architects, clients, and vendors
To send newsletters and important updates
To improve our platform and user experience
To analyze usage patterns and optimize our services
To prevent fraud and ensure platform security
To comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Public Profile: Your professional profile and project information are publicly visible to other users
Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

Note: We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Access controls and authentication measures
Secure hosting infrastructure
Employee training on data protection

Your Rights

Under the DPDP Act, 2023 you (the Data Principal) have the right to access, correct, erase, nominate, and withdraw consent for your personal data. You may:

Access & portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a readable format
Correction & erasure: Correct inaccuracies or request deletion where retention is not legally required
Withdraw consent: Opt out of marketing, newsletters, and non-essential notifications at any time
Nominate: Nominate another person to exercise your rights in case of incapacity
Grievance redressal: Escalate unresolved complaints to the Grievance Officer below, then to the Data Protection Board of India

We respond to verified requests within 30 days. Public portfolio content you chose to publish (name, firm, project images) remains visible until you delete it or close your account.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@architectsinindia.in

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please see our Cookie Policy.

Third-Party Services

Our platform integrates with the following third-party services:

Supabase: For authentication and database services
Google Analytics: For website analytics (anonymized)
Email Service Providers: For sending newsletters and notifications
Cloud Storage: For storing project images and documents

Children's Privacy

Our services are for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect data of children. If you believe a minor has shared personal data with us, contact our Grievance Officer for prompt removal.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and with appropriate safeguards in place.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Grievance Officer (IT Act & DPDP Act): Sarwatr Design Network — respond within 30 days, acknowledge within 48 hours.

Grievance & privacy: privacy@architectsinindia.in · legal@architectsinindia.in

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