Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 12th September 2025

 

This Privacy Policy explains how Shabdpayanam Private Limited (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), whose registered office is in Raheja Ridgewood, Goregaon East, WE Highway, Mumbai – 400063, Maharashtra, India, collects, uses, shares, and protects information from users of our website (The Migration Story) and related services (together, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. This Policy is an integral part of our Terms of Use.

We are committed to safeguarding your privacy, upholding transparency, and processing your information securely and lawfully.

 

1. Information We Collect

We collect three types of information:

a) Information Supplied by You

•         This includes details you provide during registration, subscriptions, surveys, contests, or when interacting with our Services (e.g., name, age, gender, email, phone number, date of birth, city, occupation, interests, etc.).

•         If you register using third-party accounts (Facebook, Google, Twitter, etc.), we may collect information from those services, in line with their permissions and privacy settings.

•         Payment Information for subscription or paid services is collected directly by our secure, PCI/DSS-compliant payment gateway providers. We do not store sensitive payment details.

b) Information Collected Automatically

•         When you use our Services, we automatically collect certain technical information such as:

•         IP address, browser type, operating system, device details, location data.

•         Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, referring sites, ad interactions).

•         This may involve the use of cookies, pixel tags, web beacons, and similar technologies to personalize content, analyze usage patterns, and display relevant advertising.

c) Information from Third-Party Sources

•         We may receive demographic details, updated contact information, or interests from trusted third parties, advertisers, or business partners to improve personalization and communications.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your information for the following purposes:

•         To provide and improve Services, personalize content, and respond to user requests.

•         To manage subscriptions, process payments, and fulfil transactions.

•         To conduct research, analytics, and audience insights for better editorial and advertising relevance.

•         To send updates, newsletters, offers, or targeted promotions (you may opt out at any time).

•         To detect and prevent fraud, unauthorized access, or other illegal activities.

•         To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use.

 

3. Sensitive Personal Data

We do not seek or require sensitive personal data (such as political opinions, health information, biometrics, religious beliefs, etc.). If you choose to provide such information voluntarily, you consent to our processing of it in accordance with this Policy.

 

4. How We Share Information

We may share information in limited scenarios:

•         With Affiliates and Service Providers: For analytics, hosting, marketing, customer support, or other operational requirements, under confidentiality obligations.

•         With Advertisers and Sponsors: On an aggregated or anonymized basis, never in personally identifiable form.

•         With Social Media Integrations: If you connect via social media, some information may be shared with or visible to those networks, per their policies.

•         For Legal Compliance: To comply with court orders, enforce legal rights, or protect the Company, its users, or the public.

•         Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the relevant entity.

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

 

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

•         Enhance site functionality and user experience.

•         Customize content and recommendations.

•         Track metrics like audience size, geography, and engagement.

•         Serve ads relevant to user interests.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not work optimally.

 

6. Security

We employ industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect user information. While we strive to ensure secure transmission and storage, no system is completely foolproof. If you suspect unauthorized use of your account or data, please notify us immediately.

 

7. International Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed in countries outside India, where laws may differ. By using our Services, you consent to such transfers, provided that reasonable safeguards are in place.

 

8. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

•         Access and receive a copy of your information.

•         Request correction of inaccurate or outdated details.

•         Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.

•         Restrict or object to processing of your data, particularly for marketing.

•         Withdraw consent to data use (where processing is based on consent).

To exercise these rights, write to us at privacy@themigrationstory.com. We may need to verify your identity before acting on such requests.

 

9. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as it is necessary for business or legal purposes. For example:

•         As long as your account is active or subscription services are being provided.

•         As required by tax, regulatory, or legal obligations.

•         For dispute resolution, fraud prevention, or legitimate business interests.

 

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that such data has been collected without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

 

11. Updates to this Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or business practices. We encourage you to review it regularly. Continued use of Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

 

12. Grievance Redressal

If you have any concerns, complaints, or queries regarding this Privacy Policy, please write to: 

Grievance Officer

Shabdpayanam Private Limited

Raheja Ridgewood, 

Goregaon East, WE Highway, 

Mumbai – 400063, Maharashtra, India

writetous@themigrationstory.com
We will aim to respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

 

13. Consent

By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy, including the use of cookies as outlined herein.