Privacy Policies
Effective Date: June 1st 2025
At the India Game Developer Conference (IGDC), organized by the Game Developer Association of India (GDAI), we take your privacy seriously. As champions of India’s game development ecosystem, we are committed to ensuring your personal data is protected, transparent in its use, and handled responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.indiagdc.com, participate in our events, or subscribe to our services. By using this site, you consent to the practices outlined below. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the website.
1. What We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, organization, job title—when you register for events, subscribe to newsletters, or submit queries.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device data, and cookies for analytics and site optimization.
Note: Visitors can browse the site without submitting any personal information unless accessing specific services.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used to:
- Process registrations for events and initiatives
- Send newsletters, updates, and promotional content (if opted in)
- Improve user experience and personalize content
- Respond to your queries or support requests
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it with trusted partners for specific IGDC-related functions under strict confidentiality agreements.
3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Understand site usage patterns
- Improve content delivery
- Save user preferences for repeat visits
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Third-party sites linked from IGDC may use their own cookies—please review their respective policies.
4. Your Choices & Rights
- You may opt out of newsletters or communications at any time via the “unsubscribe” link or by contacting us.
- You may request to access, correct, or delete your personal data by emailing pm@indiagdc.com.
- You are not required to provide personal information unless you choose to register for services.
5. Data Security
We use industry-standard security practices—firewalls, encryption, and limited access controls—to protect your data.
Your account is password protected, and we do not store or share your password. You are responsible for keeping it confidential.
6. External Links
Our site may include links to third-party websites. IGDC is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We encourage users to review their policies separately.
7. Contact & Grievance Redressal
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or to raise a grievance under the Information Technology Act, 2000, please contact:
Grievance Officer
Project Manager, IGDC
Email: pm@indiagdc.com
We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of the IGDC site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated terms.