Data Privacy Policy

**Last Updated: [14 March 2025]**

1. Introduction

At Gpounj Consulting, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, process, and store your information when you visit our website, contact us, or use our services.

2. Who We Are

Gpounj Consulting operates globally with offices in:

- Mexico: Gutenberg 60A, Veronica Anzures, Cd Mexico, 11300

- USA: 7778 Rolling Ridge Drive, Manlius, 13104, NY

- India: SCO 34, Sector 33D, 160031, Chandigarh

For privacy matters, you can contact us at: info@gpounj.com

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide to Us

- Contact information (name, email address, phone number)

- Business information (company name, job title)

- Project requirements and budget details from our contact forms

- Communications and correspondence with us

3.2 Information We Automatically Collect

- Usage data (pages visited, time spent on our website)

- IP address and device information

- Browser type and version

- Operating system

- Referral source

- Cookies and similar tracking technologies

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for purposes including:

- Providing and improving our services

- Responding to your inquiries and requests

- Communicating with you about our services

- Analyzing website performance and user experience

- Fulfilling our contractual obligations

- Complying with legal requirements

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your information based on:

- Your consent

- Performance of a contract with you

- Our legitimate business interests

- Compliance with legal obligations

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

- Our affiliated companies (Grupo Pounj Sa de Cv Mexico, Pfds Mexico, Grupo Pounj Inc. USA, Grupo Pounj Software Exports India)

- Service providers and business partners who help deliver our services

- Legal and regulatory authorities when required by law

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

7. International Data Transfers

As a global company with offices in Mexico, the USA, and India, your information may be transferred across borders. We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information during such transfers, complying with applicable data protection laws.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

- Encryption of sensitive data

- Regular security assessments

- Access controls and authentication procedures

- Staff training on data protection

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

- Providing our services

- Meeting legal, regulatory, or accounting requirements

- Resolving disputes

- Enforcing our agreements

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

- Right to access your information

- Right to correct inaccurate information

- Right to delete your information

- Right to restrict or object to processing

- Right to data portability

- Right to withdraw consent

- Right to file a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@gpounj.com.

11. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Types of Cookies We Use:

- Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality

- Analytical cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website

- Functional cookies: Remember your preferences for enhanced experience

- Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant content and advertisements

12. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

13. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites and encourage you to read their privacy policies.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date.

15. Specific Regional Provisions

15.1 European Economic Area (GDPR)

For individuals in the EEA, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). In addition to the rights outlined above, you may also lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.

15.2 United States (CCPA/CPRA)

For California residents, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). You have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, opt-out of sales, and not be discriminated against for exercising these rights.

15.3 Mexico

We comply with the Federal Law on Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties (LFPDPPP) for data processing in Mexico.

15.4 India

We comply with the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, for data processing in India.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: info@gpounj.com