🔒 Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GST Compliance Pro ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

2. Information We DO NOT Collect

We want to be crystal clear about what we DON'T collect:

• ❌ We do NOT collect personal information (name, email, phone) unless you voluntarily provide it
• ❌ We do NOT require user accounts or registration
• ❌ We do NOT store your calculations or tool inputs
• ❌ We do NOT track your GST numbers, business details, or financial data
• ❌ We do NOT sell your data to third parties
• ❌ We do NOT share data with GST authorities or government agencies

3. Information We Collect Automatically

Like most websites, we collect basic technical information:

3.1 Analytics Data (via Google Analytics)

• Pages visited
• Time spent on site
• Device type (mobile/desktop)
• Browser type
• Approximate location (city/state level, not GPS)
• Referral source (how you found us)

Purpose: To understand how people use our site and improve it.

Opt-out: Use browser extensions like uBlock Origin or disable cookies.

3.2 Usage Data

• Which tools you use (e.g., "GST Calculator")
• Buttons clicked
• Search queries within our site

Purpose: To know which tools are popular and prioritize improvements.

Data: All usage data is aggregated and anonymous.

4. Cookies

We use minimal cookies:

4.1 Essential Cookies

• Google Analytics cookies (track usage)
• Session cookies (remember preferences)

4.2 What We DON'T Use

• ❌ No third-party advertising cookies
• ❌ No tracking cookies for remarketing
• ❌ No social media tracking pixels

Control: You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

5. Email Newsletter (If You Subscribe)

If you voluntarily sign up for our newsletter:

• ✅ We collect: Your email address only
• ✅ We use: Mailchimp (third-party service)
• ✅ We send: Weekly GST updates, tips, and tool announcements
• ✅ You can: Unsubscribe anytime (link in every email)

We NEVER: Share your email with anyone or send spam.

6. Third-Party Services

We use these trusted services:

7. Your Calculator Inputs

• ✅ Calculations are processed locally (JavaScript in your browser)
• ✅ No data is transmitted to our servers
• ✅ No data is stored in databases
• ✅ When you close the page, your data is gone

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures:

• ✅ HTTPS encryption (SSL certificate)
• ✅ Secure hosting (GitHub Pages)
• ✅ No user database (nothing to hack!)
• ✅ Regular security updates

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Use our tools at your own risk.

9. Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. Your Rights

Since we collect minimal data, there's not much to request, but you can:

• Access: Request what data we have (likely nothing)
• Delete: Request deletion of your newsletter email
• Opt-out: Disable cookies or analytics
• Unsubscribe: Leave our newsletter anytime

Contact us: privacy@mygstindia.in

11. International Users

This website is hosted in the United States (GitHub Pages) but serves users worldwide. By using our site, you consent to data processing in accordance with this policy.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here with a new "Last Updated" date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

Questions about privacy? Contact us:

Email: privacy@mygstindia.in
Website: mygstindia.in