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Privacy Policy

How we protect your personal data and respect your privacy

🛡️ DPDP 2023 Compliant - Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023

Privacy Policy Overview

Gujarat Epilepsy & Neuro Clinic respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDP 2023) and applicable Indian data protection laws.

Last Updated: February 2026

Data Controller Information

Data Controller: Gujarat Epilepsy & Neuro Clinic

Address: 1st Floor, 112-114, Elite Magnum, Near Solaris, Bhuyangdev Cross, Sola Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380061

Contact Email: epilepsyassociates@gmail.com

Phone: +91 87809 66624

Information We Collect

Website Analytics (Privacy-Friendly)

We use Umami, a privacy-focused analytics tool that collects anonymous usage statistics. No cookies are set, no personal data is collected. Umami helps us understand website performance and user behavior without compromising your privacy.

Data collected by Umami includes:

  • Page views and website traffic patterns
  • Anonymized browser and device information
  • Referring websites (if any)
  • Geographic information (country level only)

No personally identifiable information, IP addresses, or tracking cookies are used.

Contact Information (When You Provide It)

When you contact us through our website, phone, or email, we may collect:

  • Name and contact details
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Medical inquiry details (if provided voluntarily)
  • Appointment scheduling information

Third-Party Appointment Booking

We use eka.care for online appointment booking. When you book an appointment through eka.care, their privacy policy governs the data collection and use. We recommend reviewing eka.care's privacy policy before booking.

What We Do NOT Collect

  • Cookies (except essential technical cookies if required)
  • Personal data through analytics
  • Tracking across websites
  • WhatsApp conversation content (we don't store messages)
  • Phone call recordings (unless explicitly consented)
  • Unnecessary personal information

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Healthcare Services: To respond to your medical inquiries and provide healthcare information
  • Appointment Scheduling: To facilitate appointment bookings and consultations
  • Communication: To respond to your queries and provide requested information
  • Website Improvement: To analyze website performance and improve user experience (through anonymized Umami analytics)
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable Indian healthcare and data protection regulations

Legal Basis for Processing (DPDP 2023)

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, we process your personal data based on:

  • Consent: When you voluntarily provide information through contact forms or communication
  • Legitimate Interest: For providing healthcare information and services
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with Indian healthcare regulations and record-keeping requirements
  • Vital Interest: In case of medical emergencies requiring immediate response

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We Do NOT Share Your Data

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

Limited Disclosure

We may disclose information only in the following circumstances:

  • With your explicit consent
  • When required by Indian law or legal process
  • To protect our legal rights or safety
  • With trusted service providers who assist in website operations (subject to strict data protection agreements)

Third-Party Services

  • eka.care: Appointment booking platform (governed by their privacy policy)
  • Umami Analytics: Privacy-focused website analytics (no personal data collected)

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy:

  • Contact Inquiries: 3 years from last contact (unless longer retention required for medical records)
  • Website Analytics: Anonymized data retained for 2 years maximum
  • Medical Communications: Retained as per Indian medical record-keeping requirements
  • Email Communications: Retained until you request deletion or withdraw consent

Your Rights Under DPDP 2023

As a data principal under DPDP 2023, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Information: Know what personal data we have about you
  • Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time (where consent is the legal basis)
  • Right to Grievance Redressal: Lodge complaints regarding data processing

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at epilepsyassociates@gmail.com with the subject line "Data Privacy Request" and provide:

  • Your full name
  • Contact information used with our clinic
  • Specific request details
  • Verification of identity (for security purposes)

Data Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:

  • Encryption: Data transmitted to/from our website uses SSL/TLS encryption
  • Access Control: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Security Updates: Our systems are regularly updated with security patches
  • Staff Training: Our team is trained on data protection and privacy practices
  • Secure Storage: Personal data is stored in secure, access-controlled environments

Cross-Border Data Transfer

Your personal data is primarily processed and stored within India. If data needs to be transferred outside India, we ensure:

  • Appropriate safeguards are in place
  • Compliance with DPDP 2023 requirements for cross-border transfers
  • Explicit consent where required
  • Adequate level of data protection in the destination country

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without verified parental consent. If you are a parent and believe your child has provided personal data, please contact us immediately.

Communication Preferences

WhatsApp Communications

If you contact us via WhatsApp:

  • We do not store conversation content on our servers
  • WhatsApp's privacy policy governs the messaging service
  • You can stop WhatsApp communication at any time

Email Communications

You can opt out of non-essential email communications at any time by:

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses minimal cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality (session management, security)
  • No Tracking Cookies: We do not use advertising or tracking cookies
  • Analytics: Umami analytics does not use cookies or track personal data

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in our data processing practices
  • Updates to DPDP 2023 or other applicable laws
  • New features or services
  • Feedback from users or regulatory guidance

We will post the updated policy on this page and indicate the revision date. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice.

Jurisdiction and Applicable Law

This privacy policy is governed by:

  • Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDP 2023)
  • Information Technology Act, 2000 and its amendments
  • Indian Contract Act, 1872
  • Other applicable Indian data protection and privacy laws

Jurisdiction: Courts in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes related to this privacy policy.

Contact Information for Privacy Matters

For all privacy-related queries, concerns, or requests:

Privacy Officer: Gujarat Epilepsy & Neuro Clinic
Email: epilepsyassociates@gmail.com
Subject Line: "Privacy Policy Query" or "Data Privacy Request"
Phone: +91 87809 66624
Address: 1st Floor, 112-114, Elite Magnum, Near Solaris, Bhuyangdev Cross, Sola Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380061

Response Time: We aim to respond to privacy queries within 30 days as required by DPDP 2023.