Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 15 September 2025
Last Updated: 15 September 2025


1. Introduction

Welcome to Assam Editions (“we,” “us,” or “our”), operated by JIGYOVN108, based in India. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data when you use our website AssamEditions.com, and outlines your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and other applicable laws.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.


2. Data Controller

Business Name: JIGYOVN108
Website:
www.AssamEditions.com
Email:
Assameditions@gmail.com
Address: A-2, Shyamkunj Apartment, Lakhi Nagar, R G Baruah Road, Guwahati-781005, India


3. Data Collection

We collect the following categories of personal data:

A. Information You Provide

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Shipping and billing address
  • Phone number
  • Payment information (handled securely by third-party providers)
  • Communications (emails, messages, feedback)

B. Information We Collect Automatically

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Pages viewed, time spent on site, and interactions
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 9)

4. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We only process your personal data where we have a lawful basis:

Purpose

Legal Basis under GDPR

Process and fulfill orders

Performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b))

Customer service and communication

Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))

Send marketing communications (with consent)

Consent (Art. 6(1)(a))

Website analytics and improvement

Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))

Fraud prevention and legal compliance

Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c))


5. International Data Transfers

As we are based in India, personal data may be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

We ensure your data is protected by:

  • Using Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
  • Implementing additional safeguards (encryption, access controls)
  • Only working with data processors who comply with GDPR

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary:

Data Type

Retention Period

Order and transaction records

6 years (legal obligation)

Marketing data

Until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent

Contact forms and messages

Up to 24 months

Website logs and analytics

12–18 months

Data no longer needed is securely deleted or anonymized.


7. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We share it only when necessary, with:

  • Payment processors (e.g., Razorpay, Stripe, PayPal)
  • Shipping partners (for order fulfillment)
  • IT service providers and hosting platforms
  • Email marketing platforms (with your consent)
  • Legal or governmental authorities, when required

All third-party processors are bound by GDPR-compliant contracts.


8. Your Rights (EU Residents)

If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the following rights under the GDPR:

  • Right of Access – Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Erasure – Ask us to delete your data (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to Restriction – Limit how we use your data
  • Right to Data Portability – Receive your data in a portable format
  • Right to Object – Object to processing based on legitimate interest
  • Right to Withdraw Consent – At any time, for processing based on consent
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint – With your local Data Protection Authority (DPA)

To exercise your rights, email us at: Assameditions@gmail.com
We will respond within 30 days.


9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience. These include:

  • Essential Cookies – Required for site functionality
  • Analytics Cookies – Help us understand user behavior
  • Marketing Cookies – (only with your consent)

You can control cookies through your browser settings or via our cookie banner when visiting the site.


10. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • SSL encryption
  • Secure third-party payment processing
  • Access control and staff training
  • Regular website security monitoring

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We encourage you to protect your own devices and passwords.


11. Children’s Privacy

Our site is not intended for use by children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we may have collected data from a child, please contact us to have it deleted.


12. EU Representative (if applicable)

Under Article 27 of the GDPR, non-EU businesses that target EU customers must appoint an EU-based representative.

Do you have an EU representative?
If no, consider appointing one to ensure compliance. I can assist you with template contracts and selecting providers.
If yes, include:

EU Representative:
[Representative Name / Company]
[Address in EU]
[Email Contact]


13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page, and if significant, we may notify you via email.


14. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, contact:

JIGYOVN108
A-2, Shyamkunj Apartment
Lakhi Nagar, R G Baruah Road
Guwahati-781005, India
📧 Email:
Assameditions@gmail.com


By using AssamEditions.com, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.


✅ Additional Recommendations:

  1. EU Representative: If you don’t already have one, you may be legally required to appoint an EU-based representative if you monitor behavior or offer goods/services to EU individuals.
  2. Cookie Banner: Use a GDPR-compliant cookie consent banner with granular opt-in controls.
  3. Email Marketing Consent: Use clear, affirmative opt-in forms. No pre-checked boxes.

Would you like me to help you with:

  • Drafting a GDPR cookie banner?
  • Finding an EU Representative provider?
  • Creating a Terms & Conditions document?

Let me know.