Privacy Policy
Last updated: 03 November 2025
Welcome to Tapaswe (“we,” “our,” “us”). Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from https://www.tapaswe.com (the “Website” or “Site”).
By using our Website, you agree to the terms described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
When you visit our Website or make a purchase, we collect certain types of information to help us serve you better.
1.1 Device Information
When you browse the Site, we automatically collect limited information about your device and browsing behaviour. This may include:
· Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and time zone
· The pages you visit, the products you view, and how you interact with our Site
· The website or search term that referred you to Tapaswe
We use this data to improve your browsing experience and to help us understand how visitors use our Site.
We collect Device Information using technologies such as:
· Cookies: Small files stored on your computer that help us remember your preferences. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.
Learn more: www.allaboutcookies.org
· Log Files: These automatically record actions occurring on the Site (IP address, date/time, browser type, referring/exit pages).
· Pixels / Tags / Web Beacons: Electronic files that help us measure engagement and ad performance.
1.2 Order Information
When you make a purchase or attempt to make one, we collect:
· Your name, billing and shipping address, email, phone number, and payment information (e.g., credit/debit card details, UPI, or payment gateway tokens).
This information is used to process and deliver your order, confirm transactions, and communicate with you about your purchase.
1.3 Other Information You Voluntarily Provide
We may also collect information when you:
· Subscribe to our newsletter
· Contact us via email or forms
· Participate in giveaways, surveys, or feedback requests
1.4 Information from Children
Tapaswe offers spiritual and cultural books and products designed for children, but our website is intended for adults (parents or guardians) who make purchases on their behalf.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors under 18. If you believe your child has provided us with information, please email namaste@tapaswe.com and we’ll promptly delete it.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
· Process your orders and payments
· Arrange shipping and send order confirmations
· Communicate with you about your purchases, updates, or service issues
· Improve our products, website performance, and customer experience
· Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized transactions
· Send newsletters or marketing content (only if you’ve opted in)
· Personalize product recommendations and offers
· Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory obligations
Example: We may use your browsing activity to suggest books or collections that match your interests in Indian culture or children’s education.
3. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy — we never sell or rent your personal data.
However, we may share limited information with trusted third parties to help us operate effectively:
· Service Providers: Payment gateways, courier partners, web hosting, and analytics tools (e.g., Shopify, Razorpay, Shiprocket, Google Analytics).
· Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, respond to lawful requests, or protect our rights and safety.
All service providers are bound by confidentiality and are only permitted to use your information to perform specific services for Tapaswe.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, such as:
· Remembering your cart and preferences
· Understanding traffic and usage patterns
· Showing relevant ads or promotions
You can control or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit certain features on our Site.
5. Behavioural Advertising
Tapaswe may use your browsing or purchase data to display relevant ads or recommendations across platforms (e.g., Google, Meta, or Instagram).
To learn more about how targeted advertising works, visit the Network Advertising Initiative
Opt-out options:
You can opt out of targeted ads by adjusting your privacy settings on:
· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads
· Google: https://www.google.com/settings/ads/anonymous
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., India, EU, UK), you may have the right to:
· Access the personal data we hold about you
· Request correction, update, or deletion of your information
· Withdraw marketing consent at any time
· Request data portability (a copy of your information)
To exercise any of these rights, email namaste@tapaswe.com with your full name and order reference (if applicable).
We’ll respond within 30 days as required by law.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as necessary to:
· Complete your transactions
· Comply with accounting or legal requirements
· Improve our products and customer service
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us at namaste@tapaswe.com
Once deleted, your account information and past orders cannot be restored.
8. Data Storage & International Transfers
Your personal information may be stored and processed in India or in other countries (like the U.S. or Canada) where our partners or Shopify servers operate.
We ensure any data transfers are done securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
9. Do Not Track
Some browsers send “Do Not Track” signals. At present, our Site does not change its data collection behaviour in response to such signals, but we are reviewing this as standards evolve.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect new practices, technology, or legal requirements. The latest version will always be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
For any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
📧 namaste@tapaswe.com
📬 Tapaswe
D-8, Transport Nagar,
Lucknow – 226012, UP, India