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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 28 April 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Freelancing Marval ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you visit freelancingmarval.com or contact us via any channel including WhatsApp, email, or our contact form.

1. Who We Are

Freelancing Marval is a web development and digital marketing agency registered under the MSME (Udyam) scheme, Government of India. Our registered address is Alwar, Rajasthan, India 301001.

  • Business Name: Freelancing Marval
  • Owner / Proprietor: Kartik Sharma
  • GST Number: 08MFNPS4582R1ZW
  • Udyam Registration No.: UDYAM-RJ-02-0149723
  • Email: freelancingmarval@gmail.com
  • Phone / WhatsApp: +91 93092 91947
  • Address: Alwar, Rajasthan, India

2. What Information We Collect

We collect information you voluntarily provide and data automatically generated by your visit:

Information You Provide

  • Name, email address, phone/WhatsApp number
  • Website URL or business details shared during enquiry
  • Project requirements and messages sent via our contact form or WhatsApp
  • Payment-related information (invoiced separately; we do not store card data)

Automatically Collected Data

  • IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent, referring URL
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Respond to your enquiry and provide the services you requested
  • Send project updates, invoices, and related business communications
  • Send WhatsApp messages about our services (only if you have opted in — see Section 7)
  • Improve our website, services, and marketing
  • Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
  • Send occasional newsletters or promotional offers (you can unsubscribe at any time)

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR / Indian IT Act)

We process your data on the following legal bases:

  • Contract: Processing necessary to fulfil a service contract with you
  • Legitimate Interest: Responding to your enquiries and improving our services
  • Consent: WhatsApp messaging, newsletters, and marketing (you may withdraw consent at any time)
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with Indian tax laws, GST requirements, and other applicable regulations

5. Data Sharing

We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers solely to operate our business:

  • Google Analytics / Search Console — website analytics (anonymised)
  • Meta (Facebook/Instagram) — advertising pixel data if you interact with our ads
  • WhatsApp Business (Meta) — for business communications you have opted into
  • Email service providers — for sending transactional and marketing emails
  • Hosting providers — your data is stored on secure servers

All third-party providers are required to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

6. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Types of cookies used:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the website to function correctly
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads via Google and Meta platforms

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

7. WhatsApp Messaging

If you share your WhatsApp number with us via our contact form, chat button, or any other means, you expressly consent to receive WhatsApp messages from Freelancing Marval. These messages may include:

  • Project updates and communications
  • Service information and proposals
  • Promotional and marketing content about our services

Opt-Out: You may opt out of WhatsApp messages at any time by replying STOP to any message or by emailing us at freelancingmarval@gmail.com. We will remove you from our messaging list within 24 hours.

We use WhatsApp Business API in compliance with Meta's WhatsApp Business Policy.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law:

  • Contact enquiry data: up to 2 years
  • Client project data: up to 5 years (for tax and legal compliance)
  • Marketing consent records: until you withdraw consent + 1 year

9. Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, email us at freelancingmarval@gmail.com.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. This includes SSL encryption on our website, secure password practices, and restricted access to client data.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. Continued use of our website or services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns: