PRIVACY POLICY & TERMS OF USE

AUS Accounting & Business Solutions

Effective Date: 13th November,2018
Jurisdiction: Delhi, India

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy and Terms of Use (“Policy”) govern the collection, use, processing, and protection of personal and financial information by AUS Accounting & Business Solutions (“Firm”, “we”, “our”, “us”).

By accessing our website, engaging our services, or submitting your information, you (“Client”, “User”) agree to the terms of this Policy.

2. Applicable Laws & Legal Framework

This Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with:

  • The Information Technology Act, 2000
  • The Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011
  • The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
  • The Indian Contract Act, 1872
  • The Income Tax Act, 1961 (for tax-related services)

All disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Delhi, India.

3. Nature of Information Collected

We may collect the following:

a) Personal Information

  • Name, address, email ID, phone number
  • PAN, Aadhaar, and identity proofs

b) Sensitive Personal Data (as per IT Rules, 2011)

  • Financial information (bank details, income details)
  • Tax records and investment details

c) Technical Information

  • IP address, browser details
  • Cookies and usage data

4. Purpose of Data Collection

Your data is collected and processed for:

  • Preparation and filing of Income Tax Returns (ITR)
  • Tax advisory, compliance, and refund services
  • Responding to legal notices and government queries
  • Client communication and service updates
  • Compliance with statutory obligations

5. Consent & Lawful Processing

By providing your data, you consent to its collection and use for lawful purposes under:

  • Rule 5 of the IT Rules, 2011
  • Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023

You have the right to withdraw consent, subject to legal and contractual obligations.

6. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your data. However, we may disclose information:

  • To government authorities such as the Income Tax Department
  • As required under law, court orders, or statutory obligations
  • To authorized employees, affiliates, or service providers under confidentiality agreements

7. Data Security Measures

In compliance with Rule 8 of the IT Rules, 2011, we implement:

  • Reasonable security practices and procedures
  • Data encryption and secure storage
  • Access control and confidentiality obligations

8. Data Retention Policy

Data shall be retained:

  • As required under the Income Tax Act, 1961 (generally up to 6–8 years)
  • As necessary for legal, regulatory, or contractual purposes

9. Client Rights

Under applicable laws, clients may:

  • Request access to their personal data
  • Request correction or updates
  • Withdraw consent (subject to legal limitations)

Requests may be made via official contact details.

10. Cookies & Website Usage

We may use cookies to enhance user experience. Continued use of the website implies consent to such usage.

11. Limitation of Liability

  • The Firm shall not be liable for errors arising from incorrect or incomplete information provided by the Client.
  • We do not guarantee refund timelines, as they are subject to processing by the Income Tax Department.
  • The Firm shall not be responsible for technical failures beyond its control.

12. Indemnity Clause

The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Firm against any claims, losses, or damages arising from:

  • Incorrect or false information provided
  • Non-compliance with applicable laws by the Client

13. Confidentiality

All client information shall be treated as confidential and used strictly for professional purposes, except where disclosure is required by law.

14. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party platforms for data processing and communication. We are not responsible for their independent privacy practices.

15. Termination of Services

We reserve the right to terminate or refuse services in cases of:

  • Non-compliance with legal requirements
  • Suspicious or fraudulent activities
  • Non-payment of service fees

16. Amendments to Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Policy at any time. Updates will be published on our website with a revised effective date.

17. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Policy shall be governed by the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in Delhi.

18. Contact Information

For any queries, complaints, or data requests:

📞 Phone/WhatsApp: +91-9990976958
🌐 Website: www.austax.in
📧 Email: contact@austax.in

Declaration

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy & Terms of Use.

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