Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 01.04.2025

1. Introduction
D Lahiri & Associates (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a Chartered Accountancy firm headquartered in Siliguri, West Bengal, India, is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act). By using our website (https://dlahiriassociates.com/) or engaging our services, you consent to the practices described herein.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, address, PAN, Aadhaar, and professional details provided via forms, emails, or consultations.
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and cookies (see Section 8).
• Payment Information: Bank details or transaction data for billing purposes.

3. Purpose of Data Collection
Your data is used to:

• Deliver CA, audit, tax, and advisory services.
• Communicate regarding inquiries, updates, or legal obligations.
• Improve website functionality and user experience.
• Comply with regulatory requirements and prevent fraud.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your data. Information may be disclosed to:

• Service Providers: Third parties assisting in operations (e.g., cloud storage, payment gateways), bound by confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Authorities: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulations.
• Consent-Based Sharing: With your explicit permission for specific purposes.

5. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as mandated by Indian laws.

6. Security Measures
We implement technical and organizational safeguards, including encryption, access controls, and secure networks, to protect your data. However, no online transmission is entirely risk-free.

7. Your Rights
Under applicable Indian laws, you may:

• Request access to, correction, or deletion of your data.
• Withdraw consent for data processing (note: this may affect service delivery).
• Raise grievances by contacting us (see Section 12).

8. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. You may disable cookies via browser settings, though this may limit site functionality.

9. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing data.

10. Updates to This Policy
We may revise this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
All legal matters related to this policy or our services shall be governed by Indian law and subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Siliguri, West Bengal, India.

12. Contact Us
For privacy-related queries or requests, contact:

D Lahiri & Associates
Address: 159, Nandalal Basu Sarani, adjacent to VI Mini Store, Ward 17, Hakim Para, Siliguri, West Bengal 734001
Email: contact@dlahiriassociates.com
Phone: +91-90644 13961

Note: This policy applies only to data collected through our website and services. Minors (under 18) are advised not to provide personal information without parental consent.