Privacy Policy

At Himanshu Majithiya & Co., we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms on our website
• Schedule appointments or consultations
• Subscribe to our newsletter or updates
• Request our services
• Communicate with us via email or phone

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email, phone number, address)
• Company or business details
• Tax identification numbers (PAN, GST, etc.)
• Financial information relevant to services requested
• Any other information you choose to provide

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website or source
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide chartered accountancy services, tax filing, audits, and compliance assistance
• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send appointment confirmations, and provide updates
• Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards
• Marketing: To send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Security: To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security threats

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Email delivery and communication services
• Payment processing
• Website hosting and analytics
• Appointment scheduling (e.g., Calendly)

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to:

• Comply with legal processes
• Protect our rights and property
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Protect the safety of our users or the public

3.3 Professional Obligations

As chartered accountants, we may be required to share information with regulatory bodies such as ICAI (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India), tax authorities, or other government agencies as mandated by law.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission (SSL/HTTPS)
• Secure storage of client information
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve website functionality and performance
• Provide relevant content and features

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some website functionality. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your data in a machine-readable format
• Object: Object to certain processing of your personal information

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. As a professional services firm, we may be required to retain certain client information for statutory periods as mandated by tax laws, company laws, and professional regulations.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website or services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.