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PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy governs your use of Tender18 Infotech Private Limited and its website www.Tender18.com. Tender18 Infotech Private Limited respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you access our website or use any of our services, including Indian Tender Information, Global Tenders, Project Leads, Bid Results, Tender Consultancy, GeM Support Services, and related offerings.

By accessing or using www.Tender18.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect information provided directly by users, including but not limited to:

We may also automatically collect certain technical information, including:

USE OF INFORMATION

The information collected may be used for the following purposes:

USER CONSENT

By submitting information through the website, contact forms, registration forms, WhatsApp, email, telephone, or any other communication channel, users consent to the collection, storage, and processing of their information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

DATA SHARING

Tender18 Infotech Private Limited does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

Information may be shared only in the following circumstances:

DATA SECURITY

Tender18 Infotech Private Limited implements reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect user information from unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While we strive to protect user information, no online platform can guarantee complete security. Users acknowledge that transmission of information over the internet carries inherent risks.

COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to improve website performance and user experience.

Cookies may be used to:

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, although certain website features may not function properly.

REGISTERED USERS

Users who register on Tender18.com may be required to provide accurate and complete information. Registered users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials and for all activities conducted through their accounts.

Users must promptly notify Tender18 of any unauthorized use of their accounts.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS

The website may contain links to third-party websites, government procurement portals, GeM Portal, eProcurement platforms, and other external resources.

Tender18 Infotech Private Limited is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, security, or policies of any third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of such websites before providing any information.

COMMUNICATION

By using our services, users agree to receive service-related communications, tender alerts, account notifications, updates, invoices, promotional messages, and other business communications via email, telephone, WhatsApp, SMS, or other communication methods.

Users may request to opt out of promotional communications, subject to operational and legal requirements.

DATA RETENTION

User information may be retained for as long as necessary to:

Once information is no longer required, it may be securely deleted or anonymized.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Tender18.com is intended for business and professional use. Our services are not directed toward individuals under the age of 18 years, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

CHANGES TO PRIVACY POLICY

Tender18 Infotech Private Limited reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice.

Any updates will become effective immediately upon publication on the website. Continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

GOVERNING LAW & JURISDICTION

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

CONTACT US

Tender18 Infotech Private Limited
Website: www.Tender18.com
Email: info@tender18.com
Phone: +91 7069661818

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your information, you may contact us using the details provided above.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By accessing or using Tender18.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of information as described herein.

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