Data Protection Policy

Effective Date: 01/04/2024
Last Updated: 01/01/2025

At BBNG (Brahman Business Network Global), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal and business information shared with us. This Data Protection Policy outlines how we handle, store, and safeguard your data in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

1. Scope

This policy applies to all personal and business data collected by BBNG through its website, mobile app, and other interactions, including membership registrations, events, and communications.

2. Types of Data Collected

We collect and process the following categories of data:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and identity verification details.
• Business Information: Company name, industry, turnover, size, and professional roles.
• Usage Data: Information on how you use our website, app, and services.
• Financial Information: Payment details for membership fees and event registrations.

3. Purpose of Data Collection

The data collected is used for:

• Managing memberships and providing services.
• Facilitating networking opportunities and professional growth.
• Organizing events, programs, and chapter activities.
• Processing payments and issuing invoices, including GST compliance.
• Improving user experience through analytics and feedback.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. However, your information may be shared in the following scenarios:

• Internal Operations: Shared with relevant chapters or committees for operational purposes.
• Premium Members and Partnered Organizations:
  Your business and contact information may be shared with premium members of the community and partnered organizations to enable better business networking and reference sharing.
  By joining BBNG, you provide us with sole and unquestionable consent to share such information for these purposes.
  No legal claims may arise from this data-sharing practice as all members explicitly agree to this policy upon registration.
• Third-Party Service Providers: To process payments, host the website, or analyze data.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or in response to legal requests.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. If you wish to delete your data, you may contact us at info@bbnglobal.net

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights concerning your data:

• Access and Rectification: Request access to your data and correct inaccuracies.
• Data Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a standard format.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal requirements.
• Objection: Opt-out of data processing for specific purposes (except where sharing with premium members and partnered organizations is essential to your membership).

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@bbnglobal.net

7. Compliance with Laws

BBNG complies with data protection laws, including but not limited to:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union.
• Information Technology Act, 2000 and related rules for users in India.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Data Protection Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be effective as of the "Last Updated" date.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Data Protection Policy, please contact:
Brahman Business Network Global (BBNG)
Address: H-166/167/168,MIDC Ambad, Off. Garware Road, Ambad, Nashik, Maharashtra, India- 422010
Email: info@bbnglobal.net
Phone: +91 75582 08309

By using our services, you acknowledge and agree to this Data Protection Policy, including the sharing of your data as described above. Please review it periodically for any updates.