International Data Protection & GDPR Notice

This notice explains how Startkare handles personal data in accordance with generally accepted data protection principles, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), for users accessing our services from outside India.

Effective Date: 28th December, 2025

1. Scope of This Notice

Startkare is primarily designed for businesses operating in India. However, users from other regions, including the European Union, may access our website or services.

This notice applies to such users and outlines how we process personal data in a transparent and responsible manner.

2. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• User consent provided during signup or form submission
• Performance of a contract to deliver our services
• Legitimate business interests related to operating the platform

By using Startkare, you consent to the collection and processing of data as described in our Privacy Policy.

3. Types of Personal Data Processed

Depending on usage, we may process:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Business-related information
• Customer enquiry details submitted through forms
• Technical data such as IP address and browser type

We collect only the minimum data necessary to operate the service.

4. Data Transfers Outside the EU

Startkare operates infrastructure primarily in India and may use third-party service providers located in other regions.

By using our services, you acknowledge that your data may be transferred and processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

We take reasonable measures to ensure that such transfers are protected using appropriate safeguards.

5. Use of Third-Party Platforms

Startkare relies on third-party platforms such as Telegram and WhatsApp to deliver notifications and enable communication.

These platforms operate under their own privacy policies and data protection standards. Startkare does not control how these third parties process data once information is transmitted to them.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our services or to comply with legal obligations.

Users may request deletion of their data, subject to applicable laws and operational requirements.

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to certain processing activities
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

Requests can be made using the contact details provided on our website.

8. Automated Decision-Making

Startkare does not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects on users.

9. Updates to This Notice

This notice may be updated periodically to reflect changes in laws or operational practices. Updates will be posted on this page.

Continued use of the service after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised notice.

10. Contact

For questions related to international data protection or GDPR, please contact us using the details available on our website.