A V P A & CO (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and intellectual property associated with our website and its users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and restrict the use of information and content available on our website. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. ________________________________________ 1. Information We Collect We may collect the following information when you visit or interact with our website: • Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details submitted through forms • Professional or business-related information voluntarily shared • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns • Cookies and similar tracking technologies for performance and security purposes We do not collect sensitive personal data unless expressly required and voluntarily provided. ________________________________________ 2. Use of Information The information collected is used strictly for: • Providing professional services and responding to inquiries • Improving website functionality and user experience • Compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements • Internal records, security, and administrative purposes We do not sell, rent, trade, or commercially exploit user data. ________________________________________ 3. Confidentiality & Data Protection • All reasonable technical and organizational safeguards are implemented to protect data. • Access to information is restricted on a need-to-know basis. • Information shared with us is treated as confidential unless disclosure is required by law. ________________________________________ 4. Intellectual Property & Content Protection (STRICT) All content available on this website, including but not limited to: • Text, articles, blogs, templates, formats • Logos, brand names, designs, graphics • Policies, professional material, and layouts is the exclusive intellectual property of A V P A & CO, unless stated otherwise. STRICT PROHIBITION: • No content may be copied, reproduced, downloaded, modified, republished, scraped, transmitted, distributed, or used in any form or manner. • No content may be used for commercial, professional, educational, or derivative purposes without prior written consent. • Automated tools, bots, scraping software, or AI-based extraction of content is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized use shall be treated as a violation of intellectual property rights, attracting legal action under applicable laws including but not limited to the Copyright Act, 1957 and Information Technology Act, 2000. ________________________________________ 5. Cookies Policy Our website may use cookies to enhance performance and security. Users may disable cookies via browser settings; however, some features may not function properly. ________________________________________ 6. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, content, or policies. Users are advised to review the privacy policies of such external websites independently. ________________________________________ 7. No Professional Relationship Accessing or using this website does not create a client-professional relationship unless expressly agreed in writing. Information on the website is for general informational purposes only. ________________________________________ 8. Legal Compliance & Disclosure We may disclose information if required to do so under: • Applicable laws, regulations, court orders, or government authorities • Professional or regulatory obligations ________________________________________ 9. Limitation of Liability We shall not be liable for: • Unauthorized access or misuse of information beyond reasonable control • Loss arising from reliance on website content • Technical disruptions or security breaches not attributable to gross negligence ________________________________________ 10. Changes to Privacy Policy We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Updated versions will be posted on this page with the revised date. ________________________________________ 11. Governing Law & Jurisdiction This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. All disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in India.