PRIVACY NOTICE
Last updated: 27 January 2026
This privacy notice for Blacksharq Technologies Private Limited (doing business as Blacksharq) ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") describes how and why we might collect, store, use, and/or share ("process") your information when you use our services ("Services"), such as when you:
- Visit our website at https://architjn.com or any website of ours that links to this privacy notice
- Engage with content such as blog posts, portfolio pages, or the on-site AI chatbot
- Interact with us in other related ways, including inquiries or external purchase links
If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services. If you still have any questions or concerns, please contact us at connect@architjn.com.
SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS
- Personal information collected: We do not require user registration and do not intentionally collect personal data. Limited technical data may be collected automatically via analytics, cookies, or advertising tools.
- Sensitive personal information: We do not collect sensitive personal information.
- Third-party sources: Some information may be collected by third-party analytics and advertising providers.
- Purpose of processing: To operate, secure, maintain, and improve the website, analyze traffic, and display advertisements.
- Data sharing: Limited to analytics, hosting, advertising, and infrastructure providers.
- Data security: We use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards.
- Your rights: Depending on your location, you may have rights to access or delete personal data.
1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?
Personal information you disclose to us
In Short: We do not actively collect personal information.
We do not require account creation or user registration. You may voluntarily provide information such as your name, email address, phone number, or address only if you contact us directly (for example, via email). We do not mandate or systematically collect this information.
AI Chatbot Data
The website includes an AI chatbot intended for general, non-sensitive conversations. Chat interactions:
- Are not used to identify users
- Are not linked to user accounts
- Are automatically deleted within 7 days
Users are advised not to share personal or sensitive information in chatbot conversations.
Information automatically collected
In Short: Some technical data may be collected automatically.
When you visit our Services, certain information may be collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies, including:
- IP address (approximate)
- Browser and device information
- Operating system
- Pages visited and usage patterns
This data does not directly identify you and is used only for analytics, security, and performance monitoring.
2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?
We process information to:
- Operate and maintain the website
- Monitor and analyze usage trends
- Improve content, performance, and user experience
- Display advertisements
- Protect the security and integrity of the Services
3. WHAT LEGAL BASES DO WE RELY ON TO PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?
If you are located in the EU or UK, we process information based on:
- Legitimate interests (website analytics, security, and improvement)
- Consent (cookies, analytics, and advertising where required)
4. WHEN AND WITH WHOM DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?
We do not sell personal information.
We may share limited technical data with:
- Hosting providers: AWS (including S3)
- Analytics providers: Google Analytics, PostHog
- Advertising providers: Google AdSense
These third parties process data according to their own privacy policies.
5. WHAT IS OUR STANCE ON THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES?
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (for example, Gumroad, where products are sold externally). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.
6. DO WE USE COOKIES AND OTHER TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES?
Yes. We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- Essential website functionality
- Analytics and performance measurement
- Advertising via Google AdSense
A cookie consent banner is provided where required by law. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. HOW DO WE HANDLE YOUR SOCIAL LOGINS?
We do not offer social media login functionality.
8. IS YOUR INFORMATION TRANSFERRED INTERNATIONALLY?
Our servers are located in India. However, third-party services (such as Google Analytics or AdSense) may process data on servers located outside your country. Such transfers are governed by the respective providers' data protection safeguards.
9. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?
- Website analytics data: retained according to third-party provider policies
- Chatbot data: deleted within 7 days
- Email communications: retained only as long as necessary to respond
We do not maintain long-term user profiles.
10. HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION SAFE?
We use reasonable security measures, including:
- Encryption in transit
- Access controls
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Monitoring and logging
However, no system is 100% secure.
11. DO WE COLLECT INFORMATION FROM MINORS?
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18 years of age.
12. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to certain processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at connect@architjn.com.
13. CONTROLS FOR DO-NOT-TRACK FEATURES
We currently do not respond to Do-Not-Track (DNT) browser signals.
14. DO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS HAVE SPECIFIC PRIVACY RIGHTS?
California residents may have rights under the CCPA/CPRA, including the right to know and delete personal information. We do not sell personal information. Requests can be sent to connect@architjn.com.
15. DO VIRGINIA RESIDENTS HAVE SPECIFIC PRIVACY RIGHTS?
Virginia residents may have rights under the Virginia CDPA. We do not engage in targeted advertising based on personal profiling.
16. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE?
Yes. Updates will be communicated via a website banner, and the revised date will be updated above.
17. HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?
Blacksharq Technologies Private Limited
C56/30, Ground Floor, Opposite FIITJEE Tower, C Block, Phase 2, Industrial Area, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201309, India
Email: connect@architjn.com
18. HOW CAN YOU REVIEW, UPDATE, OR DELETE THE DATA WE COLLECT FROM YOU?
You may request access or deletion of any personal data by emailing connect@architjn.com. We will respond in accordance with applicable laws.