Effective Date : 01 January, 2025
Last Updated : 01 January, 2025
At STEEL SATHI (https://steelsathi.com), operated by Pahari Home Solutions Pvt. Ltd., we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains in detail how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website. Please read this carefully to understand our practices regarding your data and how we handle it.
By using this website, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
STEEL SATHI is a Blog and News platform that publishes guides, price updates, and industry insights about construction materials, including TMT bars, cement, paints, tiles, marbles, roofing sheets, sanitaryware, doors, windows, structural steel and other building materials.
Our website address is : https://steelsathi.com.
We are owned and operated by : https://paharihomesolutions.in
Pahari Home Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
📍 Registered Office : Pratapdighi, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, India
📞 Phone : +91 7584055356
📧 Email : official@paharihomesolutions.in
2. Information We Collect
We collect different types of information to provide and improve our services:
(a) Information You Provide Directly
- Name, email address, and phone number (when submitting contact forms or subscribing to updates).
- Comments posted on blogs or articles.
- Any details voluntarily provided in surveys, feedback, or customer inquiries.
(b) Automatically Collected Information
- IP address and approximate location.
- Browser type, device type, and operating system.
- Date/time of visits, pages viewed, time spent on each page.
- Referring website (if you clicked a link to reach us).
(c) Cookies & Tracking Technologies
- Cookies that store your preferences, login sessions, and browsing patterns.
- Google Analytics or similar services to measure traffic and engagement.
- Advertising cookies (if used in future) to deliver personalized ads.
3. Comments
When visitors leave comments, we collect:
- Data shown in the comment form.
- Visitor’s IP address and browser details for spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (hash) may be provided to Gravatar to check if you use their service. After your comment is approved, your profile picture (if linked) will be visible with your comment.
4. Media
If you upload images, please avoid uploading files with embedded EXIF GPS location data. Visitors may download and extract such data from images.
5. Cookies Policy
Cookies are small files stored on your device to improve your browsing experience.
We use cookies for:
- Saving login details and preferences.
- Remembering your comment details for convenience.
- Analytics to improve website performance.
- Temporary session management (login/logout tracking).
Cookie Duration Examples:
- Comment cookies: 1 year.
- Login cookies: 2 days (or 2 weeks with “Remember Me”).
- Screen display cookies: 1 year.
- Article editing cookies: 1 day.
You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may affect site functionality.
6. Embedded Content
Our articles may include embedded content such as videos, images, or social media feeds. Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited that site directly. These websites may:
- Collect your data.
- Use cookies.
- Monitor your interaction with their content.
We encourage you to review external sites’ privacy policies.
7. How We Use Your Data
| Purpose | Data Used | Why We Use It | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Improve site performance | Cookies, analytics | To understand visitor behavior | Analyzing most-read blogs |
| Communication | Name, email, phone | To respond to queries or support requests | Replying to contact form |
| Marketing (opt-in only) | Email, phone | To send updates & promotions | Newsletter or WhatsApp updates |
| Security & Privacy | IP address, device info | To detect spam, fraud, or misuse | Preventing spam comments |
| Legal compliance | Any necessary data | To meet legal obligations | Responding to government requests |
8. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. However, we may share it in the following situations:
- Service Providers: Hosting providers, analytics platforms, security services.
- Spam Detection Tools: Visitor comments are checked automatically.
- Password Reset Requests: Your IP may appear in reset emails.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law, court order, or government request.
9. Data Retention
- Comments: Retained indefinitely for moderation and community history.
- User Accounts (if created): Stored until deleted. Users can edit or delete their data anytime (except usernames).
- Analytics Data: Stored for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default).
- Contact Form Submissions: Retained until resolved or deleted manually.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access personal data we hold about you.
- Request corrections to inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Restrict or object to how your data is processed.
- Withdraw consent for marketing at any time.
- Request data portability (a copy of your data).
To exercise these rights, email us at : official@paharihomesolutions.in
11. Data Security
We use:
- SSL encryption to secure communication.
- Firewall and anti-spam protection for our website.
- Restricted access for admin areas.
⚠️ However, no method of data transfer is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
12. Children’s Privacy
STEEL SATHI is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child provided personal information, please contact us for immediate deletion to maintain privacy.
13. Where Your Data is Sent
- Visitor comments are processed through automated spam detection services.
- Analytics data is stored on Google servers.
- Website hosting may be provided by third-party providers with secure storage.
14. Third-Party Links
Our blogs may link to third-party sites (manufacturers, news sources, partners). We are not responsible for the privacy or content of those sites.
15. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our site from outside India, your data may be transferred and stored in servers located in India or other countries. By using our site, you consent to this transfer.
16. Updates to this Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. Significant changes may be notified via email or website notice.
17. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us:
Pahari Home Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
📧 Email : official@paharihomesolutions.in
📞 Phone : +91 7584055356
🌐 Website : https://paharihomesolutions.in
“By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and trust us to handle your information responsibly, securely, and transparently.”