Privacy Policy

Website: www.investtradeindia.org
Contact Email: compliance@investtradeindia.org
Contact Number: +(91) 99997 60359

India Federation for Investors and Global Traders (hereinafter referred to as “IFIGT”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal data when you interact with us via our website, email, or during participation in our initiatives and programs.

1. Who We Are

IFIGT is a Section 8 Not-for-Profit Company registered under the Companies Act, 2013 (India), with the mission to empower investors, facilitate global trade, and build transparent, educational ecosystems for citizens, businesses, and government bodies. Our website, www.investtradeindia.org, serves as a portal for public communication, education, event participation, and stakeholder collaboration.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal and non-personal information:

2.1 Personal Information

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Organization/Company name
• Designation/Job title
• City, State, and Country
• PAN/Aadhaar (only if legally required for specific programs)
• Any other information voluntarily submitted through our forms or communication channels

2.2 Non-Personal Information

• IP Address
• Browser type and version
• Referring website
• Pages visited
• Time spent on the site
• Cookies and usage data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide access to our services, events, and knowledge sessions
• To send relevant updates, newsletters, and event invitations
• To respond to inquiries and feedback
• To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• To generate anonymized statistical reports
• To improve our website and digital offerings
• To create participant records for our Investor Awareness Programs, Trade Missions, Policy Consultations, etc.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We collect and process your data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent: When you voluntarily share your data via forms or communication
• Contractual necessity: When required to fulfill requests (e.g., event registration)
• Legal obligation: When mandated by government authorities or financial laws
• Legitimate interest: To improve our services and maintain operational security

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share data only under the following limited circumstances:

• With service providers, web hosts, and email providers (strictly under confidentiality)
• With regulatory authorities when legally mandated
• With partner organizations solely for jointly hosted programs/events (only if consented)
• Internally, within affiliated governance or program committees (on a need-to-know basis)

6. International Data Transfers

Our website may be hosted on international servers or use services (e.g., email platforms, analytics) that store data outside India. In such cases, we ensure data protection measures aligned with international standards such as GDPR, including data minimization and encryption.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above or as required by applicable law. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us at compliance@investtradeindia.org.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to correct inaccuracies
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to request deletion of data
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability (where applicable)
• Right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, write to compliance@investtradeindia.org.

9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to enhance user experience. You may disable cookies via browser settings. However, doing so may affect website functionality.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to secure your personal data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access.

Measures include:

• SSL encryption
• Role-based access control
• Regular data backups
• Security audits and firewall protection

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Users are advised to review the privacy policy of any third-party site they visit.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without parental or guardian consent.

13. Conflict of Interest & Transparency Clause

The directors of IFIGT, including Mr. Rajat Dhar and Rotarian Rohini Raina, are also associated with private, for-profit ventures such as Finogent Solutions LLP, Indian Investors Federation, and others. IFIGT is a separate, nonprofit entity, and its operations, policies, and initiatives are managed independently. All affiliations are transparently disclosed, and no commercial crossover is permitted without appropriate governance and disclosure.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any material changes will be notified via our website or email. Your continued use of the website constitutes your acknowledgment of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

For any questions, complaints, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

India Federation for Investors and Global Traders (IFIGT)
Website: www.investtradeindia.org
Email: compliance@investtradeindia.org
Phone: +91 99997 60359