Privacy Policy
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how Digital Shark Technology Pvt Ltd collects, uses, and safeguards your data.
01 — Overview
Who We Are & What This Policy Covers
Digital Shark Technology Pvt Ltd is a company in embedded systems, hardware design, firmware development, IoT solutions, and cloud-integrated platforms, supporting engineering teams with scalable and reliable product development services across medical, automotive, and industrial applications, headquartered in Bengaluru, India.
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our website at www.digitalshark.in, our contact forms, career applications, product inquiries, and any services provided to our clients and partners. By accessing our website or submitting information to us, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Our Commitment: We do not sell your personal information to any third party. Your data is used solely to provide services, respond to enquiries, and improve your experience with Digital Shark Technology.
02 — Data Collection
Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways — information you provide to us directly, and information collected automatically when you use our website.
- Personal Identifiers: Full name, email address, phone number, and company/organisation name submitted via contact or enquiry forms.
- Career Applications: Resumes, cover letters, educational qualifications, and professional experience submitted through our Careers page.
- Communications: Messages, project requirements, or feedback sent via email, WhatsApp, or contact forms.
- Usage Data: Browser type, pages visited, time spent, IP address, and device information collected automatically during site visits.
03 — Data Usage
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following legitimate business purposes:
- To respond to your enquiries, project proposals, and business requests.
- To process career applications and evaluate candidates for open positions.
- To provide, maintain, and improve our technology services and products.
- To send relevant technical updates, newsletters, or information about new services — only where you have opted in.
- To analyse website traffic and user behaviour to improve site performance and content.
- To comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations under Indian law.
- To protect the security and integrity of our systems and services.
- To facilitate business communications with existing clients and partners.
We will never use your data for automated decision-making or profiling in a manner that produces legal effects concerning you.
05 — Security
How We Protect Your Data
As a technology company with expertise in IoT and embedded systems security, we apply industry-standard measures to protect your information. Our security practices include:
- Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS/TLS across all website interactions.
- Restricted access to personal data — only authorised personnel with a need-to-know basis.
- Regular security assessments and monitoring of our web infrastructure.
- Cloud infrastructure hosted on reputable platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) with built-in compliance controls.
- Secure handling and disposal practices for data no longer required.
While we take all reasonable precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your rights or freedoms, we will notify you in accordance with applicable regulations.
06 — Retention
How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, or as required by law. Specific retention periods:
- Contact & Enquiry Data: Retained for up to 3 years to manage ongoing business relationships and follow-ups.
- Career Applications: Retained for 12 months following the conclusion of the recruitment process, unless you consent to a longer period.
- Client Project Data: Retained for the duration of the engagement and up to 7 years thereafter for contractual and compliance purposes.
- Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymised data may be retained indefinitely for business analysis purposes.
Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
07 — Your Rights
Your Rights Over Your Personal Data
Under the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA), and applicable data protection principles, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: Request that inaccurate or incomplete data be corrected.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time, without affecting prior processing.
- Right to Grievance Redressal: Lodge a complaint with our Data Protection Officer if you believe your data rights have been violated.
- Right to Nominate: Nominate another individual to exercise your rights in the event of your death or incapacity, as provided under DPDPA 2023.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided in Section 12.
08 — Third-Party Links
Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites including our design partners (NXP, SiMa.ai), social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube), and client references. These websites operate under their own privacy policies, which we do not control.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external website before submitting personal information.
09 — Children
Children's Privacy
Our website and services are directed at businesses and professionals and are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a minor has submitted personal data to us, please contact us immediately and we will take prompt action to delete such information.
10 — Policy Updates
Changes to This PolicyWe may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business practices, legal requirements, or technology landscape. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website or services after changes become effective constitutes your acknowledgement and acceptance of the updated policy.