Your Privacy,
Protected

Acharya Enterprises ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website https://acharyaenterprises.in and provides manpower supply and recruitment services across India. We respect your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal data in accordance with applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, as well as other relevant regulations.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect the personal information you provide to us, whether you are a job seeker, an employer, or a visitor to our website. By accessing or using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

We collect information in several ways to provide and improve our services:

• Information you provide directly — When you submit a resume, fill out a contact form, or correspond with us by phone, email, or in person.
• Information collected automatically — When you visit our website, we may collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
• Information from third parties — We may receive information from job portals, references, or employers where permitted by law or with your consent.

When you apply for a position or register with us as a job seeker, we may collect the following personal information:

• Full name, date of birth, gender, and nationality
• Contact details — phone number, email address, and postal address
• Educational qualifications, certifications, and skill sets
• Work experience, employment history, and professional references
• Photograph, government-issued identification for verification, and any other information in your resume
• Details you voluntarily share during interviews or pre-employment checks

Candidate information may be shared with prospective employers only for the purpose of evaluating your suitability for a role. We do not sell or rent candidate data to any third party. Should you register directly with an employer through an external channel, that employer may hold a separate privacy policy which governs how they handle your data.

Note: We do not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 18. Our services are intended for adults of working age.

When you engage us as an employer, we may collect:

• Company name, registration details, GSTIN, and business address
• Contact details of designated representatives — name, designation, phone, and email
• Work order requirements, job descriptions, and hiring criteria
• Candidate background-verification preferences and onboarding documentation
• Billing information and records related to recruitment contracts

Employer information is used to manage our business relationship, deliver recruitment services, issue invoices, and maintain statutory records. We treat your business information as confidential and do not disclose it to competitors or unrelated parties.

When you use the contact form on our website, we collect your name, email address, mobile number, inquiry type, and message. This data is used solely to respond to your inquiry and to provide the information or services you request. We do not use contact form data for marketing purposes unless you explicitly opt in.

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our site.

• Essential cookies — Required for core website functionality such as navigation and security.
• Preference cookies — Remember your settings, such as language or display preferences.
• Performance cookies — Help us understand which pages are visited most and how the site performs.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the website.

We may use third-party analytics tools to collect and analyse anonymized information about website traffic and usage patterns. This helps us improve our website content, structure, and user experience. Analytics data is aggregated and does not identify individual users, and is handled in accordance with the privacy policies of the respective analytics providers.

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To match candidates with suitable job opportunities
• To provide manpower and recruitment services to employers
• To verify candidate credentials, experience, and references
• To respond to inquiries submitted through our website or other channels
• To maintain internal records, including statutory and contractual compliance
• To send service-related communications, where applicable
• To improve our website, services, and user experience
• To detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues

We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include restricted access to personal data, secure storage practices, and periodic review of our security procedures.

Important: While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and encourage you to exercise caution when sharing sensitive information online.

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law, regulation, or contract. Candidate records and employer records may be retained for a reasonable period to support future recruitment needs, maintain business continuity, and comply with legal obligations.

When data is no longer required, we take steps to securely delete or anonymise it in accordance with applicable laws.

Our website and services may link to or rely on third-party platforms such as:

• Job boards and employment platforms
• Maps, analytics, or other website enhancement tools
• Payment or invoicing services, where applicable
• Social media networks, including LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook, through links on our website

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party service before providing your personal information.

Depending on applicable law, you may have the following rights in relation to your personal information:

• Right to access — Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Right to correction — Update, correct, or complete inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to deletion — Request removal of your personal information where it is no longer necessary or where you have withdrawn consent.
• Right to withdraw consent — Withdraw consent to data processing at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal.
• Right to complain — Lodge a complaint with the appropriate data protection authority in India.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details provided below. We will respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days of receiving them.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

If we make material changes that significantly affect your rights, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you through the website or by other appropriate means.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: