LegalOnlineHub Privacy Policy
Your Data Protection Rights Under Indian Law
Effective Date: 31/05/2025 | Last Updated: 31/05/2025
📜 Introduction
This LegalOnlineHub Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to safeguarding the privacy, security, and lawful use of personal data for all users of LegalOnlineHub.com ("we", "our platform", "website"). We are dedicated to transparency and compliance with India's key data protection laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how you can manage your data and exercise your rights. Understanding this policy is crucial for using our platform securely and confidently.
📖 Key Definitions
Personal Information
Any information that identifies a person (e.g., name, email, phone).
Sensitive Information
Passwords, financial data, Aadhaar/PAN numbers, health-related information.
Data Controller
The entity that determines the purpose and means of processing personal data (in this case, LegalOnlineHub.com).
Data Processor
An entity or individual that processes personal data on behalf of the controller.
📥 Data We Collect
To provide and improve our services, we collect information in two main ways. The legal basis for this collection, as per Section 4 of the DPDP Act, is your explicit consent.
Directly Provided by You
This is information you actively give us, such as:
- Name
- Email Address
- Contact Number
- State/Location
- Details submitted via contact forms
Automatically Collected
This information is gathered automatically as you use our site:
- IP Address
- Device ID
- Cookies and tracking data
- Browser type and version
- Browse behavior on our platform
⚙️ Processing & Purpose
We process your data lawfully and for specific, clear purposes, in line with Section 43A of the IT Act and Section 7 of the DPDP Act. Your information is used for:
Providing Services
To deliver free legal advice, content, and respond to your queries.
Service Improvement
To analyze usage patterns and improve the quality of our services and user experience.
Security & Verification
To verify user identity and prevent fraudulent activities or platform abuse.
Our processing grounds include explicit user consent, fulfillment of contractual obligations, legal compliance, and the legitimate interests of our platform.
📤 Information Disclosure
We value your trust and do not sell your personal information. Disclosure to third parties occurs only under strict, lawful conditions:
- ✔ Legal Obligations: To comply with laws or regulations.
- ✔ Judicial Orders: In response to court orders or government directions.
- ✔ Emergencies: To address threats to safety, life, or public order.
- ✔ Service Providers: On a need-to-know basis for platform operations.
This is governed by our LegalOnlineHub Privacy Policy and relevant acts like the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Emergency Disclosures
In cases involving public safety or national security, data may be shared with lawful authorities without prior consent, as permitted under Indian law.
🔒 Data Security Measures
We employ robust technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information, compliant with Schedule II of IT Rules, 2011, and global best practices.
Technical Measures
- SSL/TLS Encryption
- Firewalls & Intrusion Detection
- Secure Access Controls
Administrative Measures
- Limited Data Access Protocols
- User Activity Logging
- Staff Confidentiality Agreements
🙋 Your User Rights
Under Sections 11 to 15 of the DPDP Act, 2023, you have several rights concerning your data. Click on each right to learn more.
🧒 Children’s Privacy
Our services are not for individuals under 18. Any such data, if identified, will be deleted as per COPPA and IT Act obligations.
🔗 Third-Party Services
We may use tools like Google Analytics or WhatsApp. These services are governed by their own privacy policies.
⌛ Data Retention
Data is kept only as long as necessary for its original purpose and then securely deleted or anonymized, adhering to the Storage Limitation Principle.
⚖️ Legal & Liability
Legal Disclaimer & IPR
All content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. It is protected under the Copyright Act, 1957, and cannot be reused without permission. The website disclaims liability for user-generated content under Section 79 of the IT Act.
Dispute Resolution
All disputes will be governed by the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with legal jurisdiction in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Limitation of Liability & Force Majeure
The platform is not liable for indirect damages and use is at your own risk. We are not liable for breaches due to events beyond our control (e.g., natural disasters, cyberattacks).
Policy Updates
We reserve the right to modify this LegalOnlineHub Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of the platform after updates signifies your acceptance.
Contact Information
For any questions or concerns related to this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us.