Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 26, 2025

Geek Circuit (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website https://www.geekcircuit.com and associated sub-sites. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly and transparently.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

Name
Email address
Password
IP address (for security and abuse prevention)
Other information you voluntarily provide (e.g., during profile setup, feedback forms).

2. How We Collect Information

Your information is collected through:

Signup forms and account registration on our main site and sub-sites.
Cookies and similar tracking technologies.
Our custom analytics platform monitoring website traffic and usage.

3. Purpose of Information Collection

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

To create and manage your account.
To provide and improve our services.
To personalize your experience on our website.
To monitor website usage and performance.
To communicate with you if you have opted-in to receive newsletters or promotional content.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

For users within jurisdictions requiring legal justification (e.g., GDPR-like compliance), we process your data based on:

Your consent (e.g., newsletter signups),
Performance of a contract (e.g., account services),
Legitimate interests (e.g., securing our platform, improving services).

5. Children’s Privacy

Our services are available to users aged 13 years or older.
If you are under the age of 18, you may use our site only with the involvement and consent of a parent or guardian.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us at [email protected], and we will take prompt action.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Authenticate users,
Remember preferences,
Analyze traffic patterns and site performance.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

A cookie consent banner is displayed on our website in compliance with applicable laws.

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data with any third parties.
We may share your data with service providers who assist us with hosting, analytics, or email delivery, under strict confidentiality agreements.

8. International Data Transfers

Since our website is hosted on servers located in the United States, your data may be transferred and stored outside your home country.
We take reasonable measures to ensure your data is protected according to applicable Indian laws and recognized international standards.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal data:

As long as your account remains active,
Or until you choose to delete your account through the profile section,
Or until you request deletion by contacting us.

Backups and logs may retain residual copies for a limited time for legal compliance and security purposes.

10. User Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Delete your account through the profile settings or request data deletion.
Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw consent to data usage for marketing at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

11. Email Communications

We may occasionally send you newsletters, updates, or promotional content if you opt-in.
You may opt out of such communications at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us.

12. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or destruction.

Despite our best efforts, no internet transmission is ever completely secure. We encourage you to take personal measures to protect your information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
We will post the revised version with an updated effective date.
We encourage you to review this policy regularly.