Privacy Policy

The Meteorological and Disaster Analysis Space India (MDSI) ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website www.metdisasterindia.space or interact with our services. By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

• Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, or postal address when you voluntarily provide them (e.g., through contact forms, subscriptions, or inquiries).

• Account Information: Username, password, or other details if you create an account on our website.

• User-Submitted Data: Information you provide in feedback, comments, or uploads (e.g., text, images, or files related to meteorological or disaster analysis).

1.2 Non-Personal Information

• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on the website, and referring URLs collected automatically via cookies or similar technologies.

• Location Data: Approximate location based on your IP address or specific location if you enable location services (e.g., for weather updates).

1.3 Third-Party Data

• Information collected from third-party services (e.g., social media platforms) if you interact with us through those channels.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

• Direct Input: When you fill out forms, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us via email at web@metdisasterindia.space (mailto:web@metdisasterindia.space).

• Automated Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to track website usage.

• Third Parties: Partners, service providers, or public sources providing aggregated or anonymized data for meteorological or disaster analysis.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide meteorological data, disaster analysis, and related services.

• Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send updates, or notify you about changes to our services or policies.

• Improvement: To analyze website usage and enhance user experience.

• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes in India.

• Marketing: To send promotional content or newsletters (with your consent, where required).

4. Sharing Your Information

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

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors (e.g., hosting providers, analytics tools) who assist us in operating the website, subject to confidentiality obligations.

• Legal Authorities: If required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

• We use cookies to improve website functionality and track usage patterns. Cookies may include:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for website operation.

  • Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors use the site.

  • Preference Cookies: To remember your settings.

• You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on the website.

6. Data Security

• We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

• Despite our efforts, no online system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Your Rights

Under applicable Indian laws (e.g., DPDP Act, 2023, if in force), you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request details of the personal information we hold about you.

• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.

• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications by clicking "unsubscribe" in emails or contacting us.

• To exercise these rights, contact us at help@metdisasterindia.space (mailto:help@metdisasterindia.space).

8. Data Retention

• We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

• Non-personal or anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for research or statistical purposes.

9. Third-Party Links

• Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Please review their policies before providing personal information.

10. Children’s Privacy

• Our website is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us to have it removed.

11. International Data Transfers

• If you access our website from outside India, your data may be transferred to and processed in India. By using our website, you consent to such transfers, subject to applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us at:

Email: web@metdisasterindia.space
Address: Plot No-40, Sudarshanpura, Bais Godam, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302006, India

Thank you for trusting The Meteorological and Disaster Analysis Space India (MDSI). We value your privacy and strive to handle your information responsibly.