Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 2025

1. Introduction

GCC Forum ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website gccforum.ai (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect the following information when you:

• Submit an enquiry: Name, email address, phone number, company name, and enquiry details
• Subscribe to communications: Email address and communication preferences
• Contact us: Information you voluntarily provide in communications

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website addresses

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to your enquiries and provide requested information
• Schedule and conduct discovery sessions
• Send relevant communications (with your consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (DPDP Act)

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

• Consent: Where you voluntarily provide information and agree to processing
• Legitimate Use: For reasonable purposes connected with our services
• Compliance: Where required by law

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

• Service providers: Companies that assist us in operating our Site (e.g., hosting, email delivery)
• Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our Site uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. For detailed information about our cookie practices, please see our Cookie Policy.

8. Your Rights Under DPDP Act

Under India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate personal information
• Request erasure of your personal information
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
• Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

• Email: info@gccforum.ai
• Address: 22nd Floor, World Trade Center, Bengaluru - 560055, India