1. Introduction
Welcome to IPCvsBNS.com, accessible at ipcvsbns.com (“we”, “our”, “us”, or the “Platform”). IPCvsBNS.com is a legal education platform dedicated to helping users understand the transition from the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860 to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. We are committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit or use our Platform, how we use and protect it, who we may share it with, and what rights you have. It is governed by the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the IT (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.
ℹ Your Consent: By accessing or using ipcvsbns.com, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Platform.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Fill out the Contact Us form (name, email address, and message)
- Submit an inquiry or request through our website
- Use the “Talk to a Lawyer” referral facility
- Subscribe to updates, newsletters, or notifications from IPCvsBNS.com
- Engage with us through social media channels
This information may include your name, email address, phone number (if provided), and the content of your message or inquiry.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit IPCvsBNS.com, technical data is collected automatically, including:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- Pages visited, sections browsed (IPC/BNS sections), time spent on each page, and navigation patterns
- Referring website URL and search terms used to find our platform
- Section comparison filters used (Changed, Same, Removed, New)
- Screen resolution and session identifiers
This data is collected through cookies, Google Analytics, and similar web analytics technologies to help us understand platform usage and improve content quality.
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
IPCvsBNS.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. The types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies — Required for the platform to function correctly, such as maintaining session state for the IPC/BNS section comparison filter tool.
- Analytics Cookies — Tools such as Google Analytics to help us understand how users navigate and use the comparison database and articles.
- Functional Cookies — Remember user preferences such as selected section filters or display preferences.
- Partner Referral Cookies — May be used to track referrals to the “Talk to a Lawyer” facility or other third-party services linked from our platform.
You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the section comparison tool and filter features.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To deliver and maintain the IPC vs BNS section comparison database and all platform content
- To respond to your contact inquiries, feedback, or legal referral requests
- To connect you with a lawyer through the referral facility when requested
- To send newsletters, article updates, and legal education content you have opted into
- To operate, maintain, and continuously improve the Platform
- To analyse usage patterns across the comparison database and articles to improve content quality
- To comply with applicable Indian laws and regulatory requirements
- To detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive use of the Platform
4. Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
4.1 With Analytics Providers
We use Google Analytics and similar services to understand platform usage. These providers receive anonymised usage data and are bound by their own privacy commitments. No personally identifiable information is shared with analytics providers for advertising purposes.
4.2 With the “Talk to a Lawyer” Partner
When you use the “Talk to a Lawyer” referral facility, the contact details you provide may be shared with the relevant advocate or legal services partner in order to facilitate the consultation. By using this facility, you consent to this sharing. The advocate or partner is responsible for the use of your data from that point forward under their own privacy practices.
4.3 For Legal Compliance
We may disclose your information where required by applicable Indian law, a valid court order, government directive, or regulatory authority, or where we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of IPCvsBNS.com, our users, or the public.
4.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of the Platform, your personal data may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These include HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted to and from our platform, and secure server infrastructure.
However, no method of electronic transmission or digital storage is entirely secure. While we take all reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You use the Platform and share information with us at your own risk.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law. Contact form submissions are retained for a reasonable operational period. Newsletter subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe. Anonymised or aggregated analytics data may be retained indefinitely to improve the Platform.
7. Third-Party Links
IPCvsBNS.com may contain links to third-party websites including the Ministry of Law and Justice, SEBI portals, court websites, Bar Council resources, legal news sources, and social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these external sites. Their inclusion does not constitute an endorsement. Please review the privacy policy of every external site you visit through our platform.
8. Children’s Privacy
IPCvsBNS.com is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. Legal education content about criminal law, offences, and the Indian justice system is designed for adult users. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that a minor has submitted personal data, we will take prompt steps to delete it.
9. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Correction — Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information.
- Right to Deletion — Request deletion of your personal data, subject to any legal obligations.
- Right to Withdraw Consent — Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing communications at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us.
- Right to Opt Out of Analytics — Use the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on to prevent tracking.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided in Section 11.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in the Platform, applicable law, or our data practices. When material changes are made, we will update the Last Updated date at the top. Your continued use of IPCvsBNS.com after changes are published constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
11. Contact Us
For any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy:
Email: info@ipcvsbns.com
Phone: +91 1234567890
Website: https://ipcvsbns.com