Privacy Policy
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains what we collect, why, and how it is used.
Summary in plain English: We collect only what we need to deliver products and improve your experience. We do not sell your data. Ever. You can request deletion of your data at any time by emailing connect@sandeepanand.in.
About This Website
This privacy policy applies to sandeepanand.in and all associated digital products, coaching services, and communications operated by Sandeep Anand — Global Leaders Hub, based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
For any privacy-related questions, you can reach us directly at: connect@sandeepanand.in
What Data We Collect
We collect personal data only when you actively provide it or when it is automatically generated by your use of this website. We do not collect sensitive personal data.
| Data Type | When Collected | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Name & Email address | When you purchase a product, book a session, or subscribe to our newsletter | To deliver your product, send receipts, and communicate with you |
| Payment information | At checkout via Topmate or Razorpay | Processed by payment processors — we never store card details |
| IP address & device info | Automatically when you visit the website | Security, analytics, and fraud prevention |
| Usage data | Automatically via cookies and analytics tools | To understand how visitors use the site and improve it |
| Form submissions | When you submit a contact or newsletter form | To respond to your enquiry or send you requested content |
| Session recordings | Only if you book a 1:1 coaching session and consent | For your reference and quality improvement |
How Your Data Is Used
- Product delivery: sending you your purchased digital guides, course access links, and receipts
- Session management: booking confirmations, reminders, and follow-up resources for coaching sessions
- Email communications: newsletters, product updates, and career content — only if you opted in
- Customer support: responding to your questions, refund requests, and technical issues
- Analytics: understanding how our website is used to improve content and user experience
- Legal compliance: maintaining records required by Indian tax and business law
- Fraud prevention: detecting and preventing unauthorised access or transactions
We do not use your data for automated decision-making, profiling, or any purpose not listed above.
Cookies & Tracking
This website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your experience and understand how the site is used.
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential cookies | Required for the website to function — session management, security | Session |
| Analytics cookies | Google Analytics — anonymous usage data to improve the site | Up to 2 years |
| Marketing cookies | Google Ads remarketing — only if you clicked an ad or gave consent | Up to 90 days |
| Preference cookies | Remembering your currency or language preference | 30 days |
You can disable non-essential cookies at any time through your browser settings. Disabling analytics cookies does not affect your ability to purchase or access products.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to operate this website and deliver our products. Each has its own privacy policy:
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Topmate | Product delivery, session booking, payments | Name, email, payment details |
| HubSpot | Email marketing and CRM | Name, email address |
| Razorpay | Payment processing (India) | Payment details — stored by Razorpay only |
| Google Analytics | Website usage analytics | Anonymous IP, device type, page views |
| Google Ads | Advertising and remarketing | Cookie-based audience data only |
| Cloudflare | Security, CDN, and performance | IP address, request data |
| WordPress / WP Engine | Website hosting and CMS | Server logs, IP addresses |
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to any third party for marketing purposes. Ever.
How Long We Keep Your Data
- Purchase records: 7 years (required by Indian GST and accounting regulations)
- Email subscribers: Until you unsubscribe — then removed within 30 days
- Coaching session records: 2 years after the session date
- Website analytics: 26 months (Google Analytics default, anonymised)
- Support emails: 3 years from the date of last communication
After the applicable retention period, your personal data is securely deleted or anonymised.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to access: request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to rectification: request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to erasure: request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restriction: request that we limit how we process your data
- Right to portability: receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to object: object to processing for marketing purposes at any time
- Right to withdraw consent: withdraw consent for email communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, email connect@sandeepanand.in. We will respond within 30 days. You will never need to pay a fee to exercise your rights.
To unsubscribe from emails: click the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email from us, or email connect@sandeepanand.in with the subject line “Unsubscribe” and we will remove you immediately.
Children’s Privacy
Our products and services are designed for working professionals aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please email connect@sandeepanand.in and we will delete it immediately.
Data Security
We take reasonable and appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- HTTPS encryption on all pages and data transmissions
- Secure, reputable third-party payment processors (Topmate, Razorpay) — we never store card data
- Cloudflare protection against DDoS, bots, and malicious traffic
- Access controls limiting who can view customer data within our team
No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. In the event of a data breach that affects your rights and freedoms, we will notify you as required by applicable law.
International Data Transfers
Our primary operations are based in India. Some of our third-party service providers (such as HubSpot, Google, and Cloudflare) are based in the United States or European Union and may process your data in those jurisdictions.
When data is transferred outside India, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including standard contractual clauses where required.
Links to Other Websites
This website contains links to third-party websites including Topmate, LinkedIn, Amazon, and others. Once you leave our website, this privacy policy no longer applies. We encourage you to read the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit.
Policy Updates
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after a policy change constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Governing Law
This privacy policy is governed by the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Amendment) Act, 2008 of India, along with the applicable rules thereunder including the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.
For users in the European Union, this policy is also designed to be compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For users in the United Kingdom, it aligns with the UK GDPR.
Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Privacy questions or data requests
Email us and we will respond within 30 days.
Global Leaders Hub — Sandeep Anand
Hyderabad, Telangana, India