Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 07-April-2025
At Chinthan Books, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (https://chinthanbooks.store/) or make a purchase from our store.
By using our website or purchasing products from us, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Please read this policy carefully.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information from you:
Personal Information: This includes details you provide when creating an account or placing an order. This may include your name, email address, phone number, shipping address, billing address, and payment details.
Non-Personal Information: This includes information that is automatically collected when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, and browsing behavior (e.g., pages viewed, time spent on the website). We may use cookies to help enhance your browsing experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect from you for the following purposes:
To Process Orders: To complete your purchases and deliver the books you have ordered.
To Improve Our Services: To understand how users interact with our website, which helps us improve the functionality and content of our website.
To Communicate With You: To send you updates related to your order, promotional offers, newsletters, or other marketing materials, but only if you have opted-in to receive them.
To Prevent Fraud: To protect the security and integrity of our website and to prevent fraudulent activities.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We take the security of your personal information seriously. We employ a variety of security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and regular monitoring of our systems for potential vulnerabilities.
While we strive to protect your personal information, no data transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your personal information in the following cases:
With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors or service providers who assist us in processing payments, fulfilling orders, and providing customer service. These providers are required to keep your information confidential and are only allowed to use it for the specific services they are performing for us.
For Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, to comply with legal processes, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of Chinthan Books, our customers, or others.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Cookies are small files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us recognize you on return visits and personalize your browsing experience. Cookies also help us analyze site traffic and usage patterns.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website and limit some functionality.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Correction: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if it is inaccurate.
Opt-out of Marketing Communications: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails or newsletters by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the email or contacting us directly.
Request Deletion: In certain circumstances, you may request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal obligations.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience, but we do not control or endorse these external sites. Once you leave our website, we are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these third-party websites.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date" at the top of the policy. By continuing to use our website after such changes, you agree to be bound by the updated Privacy Policy.
9. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes relating to this policy will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [your jurisdiction].
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Email: chinthanbooks@gmail.com
Phone: +91 9677075947
Address: 327/1 Dewan Sahib Garden, TT Krishnamachari Rd, Royapettah, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600014
Thank you for trusting Chinthan Books with your personal information. Your privacy is important to us!