Privacy Policy for Akruti Architects & Designers (AAD)
Effective Date: August 27, 2026
Last Updated: August 27, 2026
1. Introduction
Akruti Architects & Designers ("AAD", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data of visitors and clients who use our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, interact with our AI-powered consultation tools, or submit project inquiries.
2. Information We Collect
- Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, phone number, email address, postal/site address, and project requirements submitted via inquiry forms, appointment booking systems, or direct correspondence.
- Automated & Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and browsing behavior collected via standard cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Communication Logs: Chat transcripts and contact details shared during interactions with our website AI chatbot, WhatsApp redirection widget, or email communication.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following business purposes:
- To provide architectural, interior design, landscaping, and consulting services tailored to your project brief.
- To respond to inquiries, schedule consultations with our principal architects, and provide project estimates.
- To operate, maintain, and optimize website functionality and user experience.
- To comply with statutory and legal obligations under applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), 2023.
4. Data Sharing and Third-Party Disclosure
AAD does not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share necessary information with:
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who provide website hosting, analytics, communication webhooks, and IT infrastructure under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Authorities: Regulatory or law enforcement bodies when required by applicable law, court order, or governmental regulation.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance navigation, analyze site traffic, and understand user interactions. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some site features may not function optimally as a result.
6. Data Security and Retention
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational security measures (including SSL encryption and secure cloud environments) to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with statutory legal requirements.
7. User Rights
Subject to applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access, review, or request a copy of your personal data held by us.
- Request the correction or updating of inaccurate data.
- Request the erasure of your personal data, subject to ongoing contractual or legal obligations.
- Withdraw consent for promotional communications at any time.
8. Contact Information
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Firm Name: Akruti Architects & Designers
- Office Address: Mangalwadi, Bungalow No. 31 Outhouse, Senapati Bapat Road, Pune 411016, Maharashtra, India
- Email: akrutiarchitects1@gmail.com / sreeramtalasila@gmail.com
- Contact Numbers: +91 98230 95914 / +91 98226 72054
