Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 1, 2025

At HeyyGen AI, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website, heyygenai.com, or engage with our services, including newsletters, webinars, and forums. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are

HeyyGen AI is a platform dedicated to providing insights and analyses on emerging technologies, such as AI, blockchain, quantum security, and augmented reality, with a focus on India’s urban development, cybersecurity, education, and manufacturing sectors. Our registered address is [Your Address], and you can contact us at contact@heyygenai.com for any privacy-related inquiries.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:

a. Personal Information

• Voluntarily Provided: When you subscribe to our newsletter, register for webinars, or participate in forums, we may collect:
  • Name
  • Email address
  • Contact details (e.g., phone number, if provided)
  • Professional information (e.g., job title, organization, if provided)
• Account Information: If you create an account on our website, we collect your username and password (encrypted).

b. Non-Personal Information

• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our website, such as:
  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referral sources (e.g., how you found our site)
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site performance, and deliver personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

c. Third-Party Data

• We may receive data from third-party services (e.g., analytics providers like Google Analytics) to understand user behavior and improve our content. This data is aggregated and anonymized.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and personalize our services, such as delivering relevant articles, newsletters, or webinar invitations.
• Analyze website usage to improve content and user experience.
• Communicate with you, including responding to inquiries or sending updates about our services.
• Ensure the security of our website and prevent fraud.
• Comply with legal obligations under applicable laws, including India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information (e.g., for newsletters or webinars).
• Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, analyze usage, or ensure site security.
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations in India.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist with website hosting, analytics, email delivery, or event management. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to a successor entity, with prior notice to you.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of sensitive information (e.g., passwords) during transmission and storage.
• Regular security audits and updates to our systems.
• Access controls to limit data access to authorized personnel only. However, no online platform is 100% secure, and we encourage you to take precautions, such as using strong passwords and avoiding sharing sensitive information.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal requirements. For example:

• Newsletter subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe.
• Usage data is retained for up to 12 months for analytics purposes.
• Account information is retained until you request deletion or the account becomes inactive for 24 months.

8. Your Rights

Under India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and other applicable laws, you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
• Objection: Object to certain uses of your data (e.g., for marketing).
• Data Portability: Request a transferable copy of your data.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time (e.g., by unsubscribing from newsletters). To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@heyygenai.com. We will respond within the timeframes required by law (typically 30 days).

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience. You can opt out of non-essential cookies via your browser settings or our cookie consent tool. Essential cookies, required for basic site functionality, cannot be disabled. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., Inc42, webinar platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their policies before sharing personal information.

11. International Data Transfers

HeyyGen AI operates primarily in India, but some service providers may process data outside India. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, using safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us to request deletion.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a notice on our website. The updated policy will take effect on the date specified above.

14. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests related to your privacy, please contact:

• Email: contact@heyygenai.com