Privacy policy
Bhingarde respects your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our website and services. It is governed by Indian law, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
Information We Collect
- Contact details: name, address, phone number, email
- Order details: products viewed, purchased, returned, or cancelled
- Payment details: payment method and status. Card and UPI details are processed securely by our payment gateway; we do not store them.
- Communications: messages you send us by email, WhatsApp, or social media
- Device and usage data: IP address, browser, device type, pages visited
How We Use It
- To process and deliver your orders, returns, and refunds
- To send order updates and respond to your queries
- To improve our website and product recommendations
- To send offers, only with your consent
- To prevent fraud and meet legal obligations
Who We Share It With
We never sell your data. We share it only with:
- Our website hosting provider
- Our payment gateway
- Our courier partners
- Analytics and advertising tools, such as Google and Meta
- Government authorities, when required by law
Cookies
We use cookies to run the site, remember your cart, and understand how it’s used. You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work.
Data Security and Retention
We use reasonable safeguards to protect your data. We keep it only as long as needed for orders, your account, or legal and tax requirements, then delete it.
Children
Our services are meant for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.