Privacy Policy

AdvocatePro Inc. ("AdvocatePro," "we," "us," or "our") operates the AdvocatePro platform, including its web portal, Android application, and iOS application (collectively, the "Platform").

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the Platform — including advocates, lawyers, legal consultants, independent practitioners, and their authorized team members. It describes our practices regarding the collection, storage, use, and disclosure of personal data and legal practice data submitted to the Platform.

By using the Platform, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please stop using the Platform and contact us to close your account.

We collect information in the following categories:

We do not intentionally collect special categories of sensitive personal data (e.g., biometrics, health data) unless you specifically upload such information as part of a client's legal matter.

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Platform Delivery: To provide, operate, maintain, and improve the AdvocatePro platform and its features
• Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users, and maintain session security
• Billing & Payments: To process subscription payments, generate invoices, and manage financial records
• Customer Support: To respond to your queries, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical assistance
• Product Improvement: To analyze aggregated, anonymized usage data to improve platform features and user experience
• Security & Compliance: To detect, prevent, and investigate fraud, unauthorized access, and other illegal activities
• Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, court orders, or regulatory requirements
• Communications: To send you service updates, security alerts, and important policy changes

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Contractual Necessity: Processing required to deliver the Platform services you have subscribed to
• Legitimate Interests: Improving platform security, preventing fraud, and analyzing aggregate usage patterns
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and its amendments
• Consent: For any optional communications or analytics features where consent is specifically requested

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted vendors who help us operate the Platform (e.g., cloud hosting, payment processing, email delivery) under strict data processing agreements
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with appropriate confidentiality protections
• With Your Consent: In any other case, only with your explicit prior consent

All third-party service providers are contractually obligated to process data only on our instructions and to maintain appropriate security measures.

We retain your data for as long as your account is active and as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

• Active Accounts: Data is retained for the duration of your subscription
• After Termination: Account and practice data is retained for 30 days post-termination, during which you may request an export
• Billing Records: Retained for 7 years as required by Indian accounting and tax laws
• Anonymized Analytics: May be retained indefinitely in anonymized, aggregated form
• Legal Holds: Data subject to litigation or regulatory investigation may be retained beyond standard periods

We implement enterprise-grade technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data:

• AES-256 encryption for data at rest; TLS 1.3 for data in transit
• Multi-factor authentication (MFA) support for all user accounts
• Role-based access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
• Regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing
• Automated backups with geo-redundant storage to ensure data availability
• Dedicated security incident response procedures with breach notification protocols

As a user of AdvocatePro, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations
• Right to Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format (JSON/CSV)
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit processing of your data in certain circumstances
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw any consent previously given at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact our Data Protection Officer at info@amrithaa.com. We will respond within 30 days of receiving your verifiable request.

We use cookies and similar technologies on the web platform to:

• Essential Cookies: Maintain your login session and Platform functionality (cannot be disabled)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your language and display preferences
• Analytics Cookies: Understand how users navigate the Platform (aggregated, anonymized)

We do not use third-party advertising cookies or retargeting technologies on the AdvocatePro Platform.

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may impact your ability to use certain Platform features.

The Platform may integrate with or link to third-party services such as:

• Payment gateways (e.g., Razorpay, Stripe) for billing processing
• Cloud infrastructure providers for secure hosting
• Email delivery providers for transactional notifications
• App stores (Google Play, Apple App Store) for mobile app distribution

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external services. We encourage you to review the policies of any third-party services you interact with through the Platform.

AdvocatePro is a professional platform intended exclusively for use by legal professionals aged 18 years and above. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18.

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a minor, we will take immediate steps to delete such information. If you believe we may have collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately at info@amrithaa.com.

AdvocatePro's primary data infrastructure is located in India. If your data is processed or stored in a jurisdiction outside India, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Data processing agreements with standard contractual clauses
• Processing only in jurisdictions with adequate data protection standards
• Compliance with applicable cross-border data transfer regulations under Indian law

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Send a notification email to your registered email address
• Display a prominent notice within the Platform

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Platform following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your data, please contact:

• Data Protection Officer: AdvocatePro Inc.
• Email: info@amrithaa.com
• Phone: +91 9841426826
• Support Hours: 24/7 for urgent data concerns | Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM IST for general inquiries

We are committed to working with you to resolve any privacy concerns promptly and transparently.