Privacy Policy

Thank you for visiting Fork13 (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a design studio based in India. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data, in line with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India) and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for visitors from the European Union.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following: Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, company name, mailing address, and project details you provide when you contact us, request a proposal, or subscribe to updates. Usage Information: Data on how you use our website, including pages viewed, time spent, and interactions. Device and Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system. Cookies and Tracking Tools: We may use cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience and understand how our site is used.

2. Legal Basis for Processing (Under GDPR)If you are in the European Union, we process your personal data based on: Your consent (e.g., when you subscribe to a newsletter). Contractual necessity (e.g., when you request our services). Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services). Legal obligations (if required by law).

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to: Provide, improve, and personalize our design services. Communicate with you about your inquiries, projects, or proposals. Send newsletters, updates, or marketing materials (if you’ve opted in). Analyze website usage and improve functionality. Comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it: With service providers or partners who assist us in delivering our services, under confidentiality. To comply with Indian laws, including the DPDP Act, or international legal requests. To protect the rights, safety, or property of Fork13, our clients, or the public.

5. Data Transfers (for EU Residents) If you are located in the EU, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EU, including India. We ensure such transfers comply with GDPR safeguards, such as using standard contractual clauses or other legal mechanisms.

6. Your Rights Under the DPDP Act and GDPR (if applicable), you have the right to: Access the personal data we hold about you. Request correction or deletion of your data. Withdraw consent (if processing is based on consent). Object to or restrict certain types of data processing. File a complaint with your local data protection authority (for EU residents). To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at design@fork13.com.

7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

8. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to safeguard your data. However, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

9. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content, so we encourage you to review their policies.

10. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we discover we have, we will take steps to delete the information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.