Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Strad Connect (“Platform”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). Strad Connect is a cloud-based document coordination platform developed by STRAD Consultants to help project owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and other construction professionals securely manage, organize, and collaborate on construction documents.

By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, and in compliance with applicable data protection law in India, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).

2. Information We Collect

We may collect:

• Name and contact information
• Email address
• Company or organization details
• User role within a project
• Login credentials (encrypted)
• Uploaded drawings, PDFs, documents, and related metadata
• Comments and activity history
• Device, browser, IP address, and usage analytics
• Billing and subscription information (processed through third-party payment providers)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage user accounts
• Operate project workspaces
• Control document permissions
• Maintain revision history
• Improve platform performance
• Provide technical support
• Process subscriptions and payments
• Detect fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Project Documents

Documents uploaded by users remain the responsibility of the organization or individual who uploads them. Strad Connect does not claim ownership of your project documents. We process and store documents solely to provide platform functionality.

5. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable security measures including:

• Encrypted data transmission
• Secure authentication
• Controlled access permissions
• Secure cloud infrastructure
• Regular backups where applicable

While we strive to protect your data, no online service can guarantee absolute security.

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. Information may be shared only:

• With authorized members of your project
• With trusted service providers required to operate the Platform
• When required by law
• During business transfers such as mergers or acquisitions

7. Data Retention

Project information is retained while your account remains active or as required for legitimate business and legal purposes. Deleted accounts or projects may be retained in backup systems for a limited period before permanent removal.

8. User Rights

Subject to applicable law (including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023), users may request to:

• Access their personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete their account
• Export available data
• Withdraw consent where applicable

9. Cookies and Analytics

We may use cookies and analytics tools to improve performance, security, and user experience.

10. Children’s Privacy

Strad Connect is intended for business and professional users and is not designed for individuals under 18 years of age.

11. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact

For privacy-related questions, contact: STRAD Consultants  Email: stradconnect@gmail.com