Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 24, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Smart AI & ML Projects ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal data when you visit or interact with our website https://smartaimlprojects.in/ (the "Website") or use our services (collectively "Services"). It also explains your rights and choices regarding your personal data.

Quick summary: We collect information you provide (e.g., contact forms), technical data (cookies, device/browser), and usage analytics. We use this data to provide and improve Services, communicate with you, and comply with legal obligations. Where required by law, we rely on your consent or other lawful bases described below.

1. Controller & Contact

Data Controller: Smart AI & ML Projects (owner/operator of the Website).

Contact email: [email protected]

If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your data rights, contact us at the email above. If you are an EU/EEA resident and wish to contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO), please email the same address with the subject line "DPO Request".

2. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information depending on how you interact with our Website and Services:

3. How We Use Your Information (Purposes)

We use personal data for these legitimate purposes (and where required, based on your consent):

4. Lawful Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the EU/EEA, we process personal data under these lawful bases:

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to provide site functionality, analyze usage, and deliver/measure marketing. Cookies may be:

You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings and (where available) our cookie banner. Blocking essential cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Third-Party Services & Integrations

We use reputable third-party services to provide and improve the Website. These may collect and process your information under their own privacy policies. Key examples include:

Links to third-party policies: Google Privacy Policy, PayPal Privacy, Stripe Privacy, Google Ads.

7. How We Share Information

We may share personal data with:

8. Data Transfers & International Processing

Our servers and third-party providers may be located in different countries. When we transfer personal data across borders (for example, outside the EU/EEA), we rely on appropriate safeguards (standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions, or other legal mechanisms). Contact us for more details about international transfers.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described and to comply with legal obligations. Specific retention periods:

If you want data removed earlier, see "Your rights" below.

10. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your data (encryption, access controls, regular security reviews). However, no system is completely secure — we cannot guarantee absolute security. If a data breach affecting your personal data occurs, we will notify you and authorities as required by law.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under 13 (or higher age where required). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent. If you believe we have collected a child's data in violation of law, contact us and we will take prompt steps to remove it.

12. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

To exercise rights, contact [email protected]. We may require verification steps to protect privacy and security.

13. Special Notice for California Residents (CCPA & CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to:

To make a verifiable request, please email [email protected] with "California Privacy Request" in the subject line and include necessary verification information. We will respond within statutory timeframes.

14. How to Opt-Out of Marketing

If you receive marketing emails and wish to opt-out, use the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any marketing email or contact [email protected]. Opt-out requests do not apply to transactional/administrative messages (e.g., purchase receipts).

15. Data Processing Agreements & Subprocessors

Where required, we maintain Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with our subprocessors to ensure appropriate safeguards. A list of major subprocessors (analytics, hosting, email, payment processors) is available upon request — contact us.

16. Legal Basis for Retention & Law Enforcement

We may retain or disclose personal data to comply with legal obligations, respond to law enforcement requests, or protect our legal rights. We will push back on requests that are overly broad where permitted by law.

17. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes to our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date. For material changes, we may provide prominent notice (e.g., email or site banner).

18. Complaints & Supervisory Authority

If you are in the EU/EEA and believe we have not complied with applicable data protection laws, you may file a complaint with your local supervisory authority. For California residents, you can submit a complaint to the California Attorney General if you believe your rights under the CCPA/CPRA have been violated.

19. How to Contact Us

For privacy requests, questions, or to request data access or deletion, contact:

Email: [email protected]

When contacting us, please include sufficient detail to help us identify you and process your request (e.g., email address used on the account).

20. International Users

If you are visiting from outside India, please note that your personal information may be transferred to — and processed in — India or other countries. By using the Website or providing information to us, you consent to such transfers.

This policy is a general privacy statement. It is not legal advice. For site-specific compliance (GDPR, CCPA, ePrivacy), consult a qualified attorney to tailor the policy to your business and processing activities.