Privacy Policy

B.G. Samste (Reg) – Graminabhivruddhi Samste (“we”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website or interact with our services.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

Information that identifies you as an individual, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Postal address

  • Information submitted through inquiry forms, membership forms, service requests, or voluntary contributions

1.2 Non-Personal Information

Information that does not identify you personally, such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the website

  • Cookies and usage data


2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries, requests, and communications

  • To provide services, updates, or support you requested

  • To maintain internal records and administrative operations

  • To improve website functionality and user experience

  • To send notifications, alerts, or organizational updates (only with your consent)

  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations


3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share your information only under the following circumstances:

  • With trusted third-party service providers who support our website or operations

  • When required by law, court order, or governmental authority

  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization, users, or the public


4. Data Protection and Security

We implement strict administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:

  • Secure servers and encrypted storage where applicable

  • Restricted access to authorized personnel only

  • Regular monitoring of data systems

Although we follow industry-standard measures, no method of online transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.


5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Enhance website performance

  • Remember user preferences

  • Analyze site usage statistics

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the website may function differently as a result.


6. External Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of those sites. Users are encouraged to review their respective privacy policies.


7. Your Rights

Depending on local data protection regulations, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction or updating of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your personal data (where permitted by law)

  • Withdraw consent for communications at any time

To exercise these rights, you may contact us at the email provided below.


8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise or update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of the website after such changes indicates acceptance of the revised policy.


9. Contact Information

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

B. G. Samste (Reg) – Graminabhivruddhi Samste
Head Office: #26, Suleman Khan Street, Bandimot, Bellary – 583101
Branch Office: 7th Ward, Bhovi Colony, Siruguppa – 583121, Bellary
Email: bgsamste.sgp@gmail.com