AI ALIGN
Privacy Policy
- Effective Date: April 2026
- Version 1.0
- aialign.co
Important Notice: This Privacy Policy has been prepared to comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA), the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the IT (SPDI) Rules, 2011. This document should be reviewed by a qualified legal professional before publication. AI Align is not liable for any legal interpretations arising from reliance on this policy without independent legal review.
1. About This Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how AI Align (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data when you visit aialign.co, subscribe to our content, or interact with us on social
media platforms.
AI Align is operated by Digital Factory, a digital marketing agency based in Pondicherry, India. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with transparency, care, and
full compliance with applicable Indian laws.
By using our website or subscribing to our content, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If
you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website immediately.
2. Data Fiduciary Details
Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, AI Align acts as the “Data Fiduciary” — the
entity that determines the purpose and means of processing your personal data.
| Legal Entity | Digital Factory |
| Brand Name | AI Align |
| Registered Address | Pondicherry, India |
| Website | aialign.co |
| Primary Email | connect@aialign.co |
| Grievance Officer | Rahul M, Founder |
| Grievance Email | connect@aialign.co |
| Response Time | Within 48 hours of receiving a complaint |
3. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect only the minimum personal data necessary to provide our services. We do not collect sensitive personal data as defined under the IT (SPDI) Rules, 2011 — including passwords, financial information, health data, biometric data, or government identification numbers.
3.1 Data You Provide Directly
- Email address — when you sign up to receive our free guide or newsletter
- Name — if you choose to provide it when contacting us
- Messages or enquiries — when you contact us via email or social media
3.2 Data Collected Automatically
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
- Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
- Cookie identifiers and session data
3.3 Data from Third-Party Platforms
When you interact with AI Align on Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), YouTube, or WhatsApp, those platforms collect data according to their own privacy policies. We do not control or receive that data directly, but may receive aggregated, non-identifiable analytics from those platforms.
4. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your personal data only for the purposes for which it was collected. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party for commercial purposes.
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Sending the free starter guide | Email address | Consent |
| Sending AI lessons and updates | Email address | Consent |
| Responding to enquiries | Name, email, message | Consent |
| Improving website performance | IP, browser, page data | Legitimate interest |
| Website analytics and usage | Cookies, IP, device data | Legitimate interest |
| Legal compliance | Any relevant data | Legal obligation |
5. Consent and Withdrawal of Consent
In accordance with the DPDPA 2023, we process your personal data only with your free, informed, specific, and unambiguous consent, except where processing is required by law.
You give consent when you:
- Submit your email address through our website signup form
- Tick a consent checkbox where provided
- Contact us voluntarily via email or social media
You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. To do so:
- Click the “Unsubscribe” link in any email we send you
- Email us at connect@aialign.co with the subject: “Withdraw Consent”
We will action your withdrawal request within 48 hours. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our site.
6.1 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies — required for the website to function correctly. Cannot be disabled.
- Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors interact with the site. We use this to improve our content.
- Preference cookies — remember your settings and preferences for future visits.
6.2 Third-Party Cookies
Our website uses Google Analytics to collect anonymised usage data. Google Analytics sets its own cookies governed by Google’s Privacy Policy. We have configured Google Analytics to anonymise IP addresses before storage.
6.3 Managing Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties for commercial purposes. We may share your data only in the following limited circumstances:
7.1 Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and communicating with you. These include:
- Email service providers — for sending our newsletter and free guide
- Web hosting provider — Hostinger, for website infrastructure
- Analytics providers — Google Analytics, for website usage data (anonymised)
- Social media platforms — Meta (Instagram, Facebook), X, YouTube, for content distribution
All service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality of your data and are prohibited from using it for any purpose other than providing services to us
7.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your personal data if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority in India, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to comply with legal obligations or prevent harm.
7.3 Business Transfers
In the unlikely event that AI Align or Digital Factory undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email before your data is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy
8. Cross-Border Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers are located outside India. When we transfer your personal data to countries outside India, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with the DPDPA 2023 and applicable rules notified by the Government of India.
Countries to which data may be transferred include the United States and European Union member states, where our email and analytics service providers may operate servers. These transfers are made only to entities that maintain comparable standards of data protection.
9. Your Rights as a Data Principal
Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, you have the following rights as a “Data Principal”:
9.1 Right to Access
You have the right to obtain a summary of your personal data that we process and information about the processing activities. Email us at connect@aialign.co to exercise this right.
9.2 Right to Correction and Erasure
You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data and to request erasure of your personal data that is no longer necessary. We will action such requests within 30 days.
9.3 Right to Grievance Redressal
You have the right to have your grievances addressed by our Grievance Officer. If unsatisfied with our response, you may approach the Data Protection Board of India once it is constituted under the DPDPA 2023.
9.4 Right to Nominate
You have the right to nominate another individual to exercise your rights in the event of your death or incapacity.
9.5 Right to Withdraw Consent
You may withdraw your consent to processing at any time as described in Section 5.
9.6 How to Exercise Your Rights
- Email: connect@aialign.co
- Subject line: “Data Rights Request — [your specific request]”
- Response time: Within 48 hours of receipt
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Email address (newsletter) | Until you unsubscribe or request deletion |
| Email address (free guide) | Until you request deletion or 3 years, whichever is earlier |
| Website analytics data | 26 months (Google Analytics, anonymised) |
| Enquiry messages | 2 years from date of last contact |
| Legal compliance records | As required by applicable Indian law |
11. Data Security
We implement reasonable security practices and procedures as required under the IT (SPDI) Rules, 2011 to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Our security measures include:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our website
- Secure hosting infrastructure through Hostinger
- Access controls limiting who within our organisation can access personal data
- Regular security updates to our website platform (WordPress)
- Password protection and two-factor authentication for all administrative accounts
While we take all reasonable steps to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. In the event of a data breach likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant authorities as required under applicable Indian law.
12. Children’s Privacy
AI Align’s content and services are intended for individuals aged 13 years and above. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children below the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent, in accordance with the DPDPA 2023.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child under 13 has provided us with personal data without your consent, please contact us immediately at connect@aialign.co. We will delete such data promptly upon verification.
13. Third-Party Websites and Social Media
Our website and communications may contain links to third-party websites including Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), YouTube, and WhatsApp. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these platforms.
We encourage you to read the privacy policies of every website you visit. The inclusion of a link to a third-party website does not constitute our endorsement of that website’s privacy practices.
14. Grievance Redressal
In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the DPDPA 2023, a Grievance Officer
has been designated to address complaints and concerns regarding the processing of personal data.
| Name | Rahul M |
| Designation | Founder, AI Align · Digital Factory |
| connect@aialign.co | |
| Response Time | Within 48 hours of receiving a complaint |
| Resolution Time | Within 30 days of receiving a complaint |
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal
requirements, or business operations. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the “Effective Date” at the top of this document
- Post the updated policy at aialign.co/privacy-policy
- Notify subscribers via email at least 14 days before the changes take effect
Your continued use of our website after the effective date of any changes constitutes your
acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, including:
- The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
- The Information Technology Act, 2000 and IT (Amendment) Act, 2008
- The IT (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011
- Any other applicable laws, rules, and regulations of India
Any disputes arising in connection with this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive
jurisdiction of the courts of Pondicherry (Puducherry), India.
17. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal data, please contact us:
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