1. Who we are
BusinessKart ("we", "us", "our") operates the website businezkart.com — a B2B marketplace that connects Indian buyers with verified service suppliers. This page is maintained by BusinessKart to answer common privacy questions.
2. Data we collect
- Account data: name, email, phone, password (hashed), company name and GSTIN when provided.
- Requirement data: the service category, description, budget, location and any attachments you submit.
- Usage data: pages visited, device and browser type, IP address, and referring source.
- Cookies & similar tech: session cookies, analytics identifiers — see our Cookie Policy.
We collect personal details like your name, email address, and phone number etc. By sharing your information, you authorize BusinessKart to contact you via SMS, RCS, WhatsApp, Email, and other communication channels. This consent overrides any NDNC/DND registration as per TRAI regulations.
3. How we use your data
- To route your requirement to up to 5 relevant verified suppliers.
- To create and secure your account, and to communicate transactional updates.
- To verify suppliers (GSTIN, Udyam, address checks).
- To improve the platform, prevent fraud and abuse, and meet legal obligations.
- With your consent, to send product updates and marketing communications.
4. Sharing with third parties
We share data only with:
- Verified suppliers matched to your requirement (name, contact, requirement details).
- Service providers we use for hosting, analytics, email, payments and customer support — bound by data-processing agreements.
- Authorities when required by Indian law or a valid legal request.
We never sell your personal data.
5. Cookies & analytics
We use first-party cookies for sessions and preferences, and limited third-party analytics (e.g. Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site. You can control cookies via your browser. Full detail is in our Cookie Policy.
6. Data retention
Account data is retained for as long as your account is active. Requirement data is retained for up to 24 months for dispute resolution and quality control. You can request earlier deletion at any time.
7. Your rights
Under applicable Indian data-protection law (including the DPDP Act, 2023), you can:
- Access a copy of your personal data.
- Correct inaccurate data.
- Withdraw consent or request deletion.
- Lodge a grievance with our Grievance Officer (see Contact).
8. Security
We use TLS encryption in transit, hashed passwords, role-based access controls and Row-Level Security on our database. No system is 100% secure — please use a strong, unique password.
9. Children
BusinessKart is intended for businesses and users 18 years and above. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
10. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified by email or a banner on the site.
11. Contact / Grievance Officer
Email: privacy@businezkart.com
For full address and phone, see our Contact page.
