Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Global Edge Consultancy (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website globaledgeindia.in or engage our professional services.

We comply with applicable data protection laws in India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (as applicable).

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

a) Information You Provide
  • Identity Data: Full name, date of birth, father’s/spouse’s name, gender, nationality
  • Contact Data: Email address, phone number, postal address
  • Business Data: Company name, designation, business type, industry, GSTIN, PAN, CIN
  • Financial Data: Bank account details, payment information (for invoicing and service delivery)
  • Document Data: Copies of PAN card, Aadhaar card, passport, address proofs, incorporation certificates, and other documents required for specific services
  • Communication Data: Emails, messages, and records of conversations with our team
b) Information Collected Automatically
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device information
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clickstream data, referring URLs
  • Cookie Data: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To provide, manage, and complete the consultancy services you have engaged us for
  • Communication: To respond to inquiries, send service updates, and provide support
  • Legal Compliance: To file applications, returns, and documents with government authorities on your behalf
  • Billing: To process payments, generate invoices, and manage accounts
  • Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve our services and user experience
  • Marketing: To send relevant updates, newsletters, and service information (with your consent)
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

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

  • Government Authorities: As required for registration, filing, and compliance services (e.g., MCA, GST portal, Income Tax department)
  • Professional Partners: Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, or legal professionals engaged for specific services, under strict confidentiality agreements
  • Payment Processors: Secure third-party payment gateways for processing transactions
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with prior notice)

5. Data Security

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

  • Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS) on our website
  • Secure storage of physical and digital documents
  • Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Confidentiality agreements with all staff and partners handling personal data

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will notify you of any breach that may affect your rights.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

  • Active engagement period plus 7 years (for financial and tax records as per Indian law)
  • As required by regulatory and statutory obligations
  • Until you request deletion (subject to legal retention requirements)

7. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw your consent for marketing communications at any time
  • Grievance Redressal: Lodge a complaint with us or with the relevant data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand site usage patterns. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionalities.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., government portals, payment gateways). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact & Grievance Officer

For privacy-related queries or to exercise your rights, contact our Grievance Officer:

  • Name: Global Edge Consultancy Private Limited.
  • Address: TA-15, First Floor, Near Sadbhawna Nursing Home, Ashiyana Colony, Moradabad, UP – 244001
  • Phone: +91 9927385125, 7895056171
  • Email: support@globaledgeindia.in