JSR Taxes Mentor (a brand of Ishika & Shaurya Associates Private Limited) the firm is committed to protecting the privacy of our clients, website visitors, and users of our services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.jstax.in or use our taxation, GST, company registration, and compliance services.

By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website or services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

In the course of providing tax, GST, company registration, and compliance services, we may collect:

• Full name, date of birth, and contact details (phone number, email address, postal address)
• PAN (Permanent Account Number), Aadhaar number, and other government-issued identification
• Financial information, including bank account details, income details, and transaction records
• Business information such as company name, incorporation documents, GSTIN, and director/partner details
• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) related information
• Documents submitted for registration, filing, or compliance purposes (invoices, financial statements, agreements, etc.)
• Login credentials for portals where we assist with filings on your behalfInformation Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address, browser type, and device information
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from government portals (such as the GST Network, Income Tax Department, or Ministry of Corporate Affairs) when acting on your behalf under a duly authorized mandate.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for purposes including:

• Preparing and filing GST returns, income tax returns, ROC filings, and other statutory compliances
• Facilitating company, LLP, partnership, and proprietorship registrations
• Processing trademark, FSSAI, ISO, IEC, MSME, ESIC/EPF, and DSC applications
• Communicating with you regarding the status of your filings, deadlines, and compliance requirements
• Responding to enquiries submitted through our website or contact channels
• Sending newsletters, updates, or promotional communications (only where you have opted in)
• Improving our website, services, and customer experience
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations under Indian law
• Preventing fraud and ensuring the security of our systems

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information on the following grounds:

• Consent — where you have voluntarily provided information or agreed to receive communications
• Contractual necessity — to perform the services you have engaged us for
• Legal obligation — to comply with applicable tax, corporate, and regulatory laws in India
• Legitimate interest — to operate, maintain, and improve our business and services

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Government authorities and portals, including the Income Tax Department, GST Network, Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), and other regulatory bodies, strictly for the purpose of completing your filings and registrations
• Third-party service providers who assist us with hosting, IT support, payment processing, or communication tools, under confidentiality obligations
• Professional associates, such as Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, or Advocates, where their expertise is required to complete your engagement
• Legal or regulatory bodies, when required by law, court order, or government request

We do not disclose your information to any party for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

5. Data Storage and Security

• We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures, including secure servers, restricted access, and confidentiality agreements with staff, to protect your personal and financial information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
• Documents and data submitted to us are retained only as long as necessary to complete your engagement and to comply with statutory record-keeping requirements under applicable Indian laws (such as the Income Tax Act, 1961, and the Companies Act, 2013).
• While we take precautions to protect your data, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance website functionality and user experience
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Remember your preferences

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website.

7. Your Rights

Subject to applicable Indian law (including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, where applicable), you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your information, subject to our legal retention obligations
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
• Raise a grievance regarding the handling of your personal data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 10.

8. Data Retention

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

• Fulfil the purpose for which it was collected
• Meet statutory retention requirements under tax, corporate, and other applicable laws
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

Once the retention period lapses, we take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymize the information.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including government portals and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, WhatsApp). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

JSR Taxes Mentor (Ishika & Shaurya Associates Private Limited)

Registered Office: 241, LGF, Sant Nagar, East of Kailash, New Delhi – 110065

Email: jsrtax3@gmail.com Phone: +91 98187 55563 / +91 93506 63558

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.