Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At PCA Legal (“we”, “our”, or “us”), we value your trust and are committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, who we share it with,
how long we retain it, and the rights you have regarding that data.

By using our website
pcalegal.com
or communicating with PCA Legal, you acknowledge, understand and agree to the practices described below.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal data in the following ways:

1. Directly from you when you fill out contact forms, subscribe to our newsletter, or correspond with us.
   • Name
   • Email address
   • Phone number
   • Any other information voluntarily provided by you to us
2. Automatically through our website via cookies and analytics tools:
   • IP address
   • Browser type
   • Device information
   • Pages visited
   • Date and time of access and time spent on site
3. From third-party services such as analytics, hosting, or IT providers who assist us in website operation.

We collect only the data necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy.

3. Grounds for Processing Personal Data

We process your personal data on one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent: Where you have voluntarily provided information or opted-in to communications.
• Legal compliance: Where processing is required by law or professional-regulatory obligations.
• Legitimate interest: For website security and legitimate business purposes permitted under applicable law.

4. How We Use Your Information

Your data may be used for:

• Responding to inquiries or requests for information submitted via our website.
• Maintaining client files and legitimate business records.
• Sending updates or legal insights (if you have consented to receive them).
• Improving our website and services through aggregated analytics.
• Complying with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

5. Sharing and Disclosure

We may share data only when reasonably necessary:

• With trusted third-party service providers under confidentiality and data-protection obligations.
• For legal reasons, if required by law, court order, or regulatory authority.
• During business transitions such as mergers or restructuring.
• When using cloud or communication tools located outside India.

In such cases, we take reasonable measures to ensure that such transfers are subject to appropriate confidentiality and security safeguards in accordance with applicable law.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfil the purpose for which it was collected
• Comply with legal, accounting, and regulatory obligations

Once data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data held by us.
• Request correction or updating of inaccurate information.
• Withdraw consent for processing by emailing us at
  contactus@pcalegal.com
• Request erasure of personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time.

Withdrawal of consent will not affect processing done lawfully before such withdrawal.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website uses cookies to improve performance and tailor your browsing experience.

• Essential cookies help our site function securely.
• Analytical cookies help track use patterns without identifying users personally.

You can disable or manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

9. Third Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms and/or services for convenience or informational purposes.
PCA Legal does not control and is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, availability, or security of such third-party websites.

10. Children’s Privacy

This website and its services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

11. Data Security

We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access,
alteration, disclosure, or misuse.

However, no method of data protection is absolutely safe, and we cannot guarantee complete security.

12. No Attorney-Client Relationship

Submission of information through this website does not by itself create an attorney-client relationship between you and PCA Legal.

13. Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in regulations or our practices.
All updates will appear on this page with the revised Effective Date.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data,
please contact us at:

contactus@pcalegal.com

15. Governing Law

This policy is governed by applicable laws of India and disputes will be referred to courts at Mumbai.