Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Adya Agarwal, operating as The Naari Network ("we," "us," "our"), collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit thenaarinetwork.com (the "Site") or apply for / attend The Naari Network Retreat (the "Retreat").

By using the Site or applying for the Retreat, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

a) Information you give us directly

• Name, email address, phone number, city/location
• Business/founder details (company name, stage, industry) submitted through application or intake forms
• Payment information (processed via Razorpay, or shared for NEFT/bank transfer, cash, or cheque payments; we do not store full card or bank account details)
• Dietary preferences, health/accessibility needs, and emergency contact details, where relevant to your safety and comfort during the Retreat
• Photographs, videos, and testimonials you provide or that are captured during the Retreat as part of your personal photo shoot (see Section 6)
• Any other information you choose to share with us via email, WhatsApp, or forms

b) Information collected automatically

• IP address, browser type, device information
• Pages visited, time on site, referral source
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process your application and confirm your booking for the Retreat
• Communicate with you about your booking, logistics, and updates
• Process payments and issue receipts/invoices
• Personalize your Retreat experience (e.g., dietary/accessibility accommodations)
• Send marketing communications about future retreats, events, or offers (you can opt out anytime)
• Improve the Site and our offerings
• Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:

• Service providers who support our operations - e.g., Razorpay and our bank (for payment processing), CRM/email platforms, the villa/accommodation partner in Goa, photographers engaged for your personal photo shoot
• Legal authorities, where required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property
• Team members of The Naari Network, on a need-to-know basis for operational purposes

We do not share your information with third parties for their own independent marketing purposes without your consent.

4. Payments

Payments for the Retreat can be made via Razorpay, NEFT/bank transfer, cash, or cheque. We do not store your full card or bank account details - online payments made via Razorpay are handled directly by Razorpay in accordance with its own security standards and privacy policy.

5. Cookies

The Site may use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, understand site usage, and support advertising/analytics tools (e.g., Meta Pixel, Google Analytics). You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling them may affect some Site functionality.

6. Photography, Video & Testimonials

The Retreat includes a personal photo shoot for each participant. By attending, you consent to being photographed and filmed during the Retreat, and to our use of resulting photos, videos, and any testimonials you provide for promotional purposes across our website, social media, and marketing materials, unless you notify us in writing beforehand that you wish to opt out of specific uses. Your personal photo shoot images are yours to use as well - reach out to us if you'd like to discuss usage.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, and to meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements, after which it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal/contractual retention requirements)
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].

9. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children's Privacy

The Retreat and Site are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site or participation in the Retreat after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising under this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Goa.

13. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact: