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Andhra Pradesh Hotels Association

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Andhra Pradesh Hotels Association (APHA)
Website: https://apha.in

The Andhra Pradesh Hotels Association (APHA) (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors, members, and users of our website apha.in. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website, services, or membership platform.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Apply for membership
  • Contact us through forms or email
  • Register for events or services
  • Interact with our website or association activities

This may include:

  • Name
  • Hotel/Business Name
  • Address & Contact details
  • Email address, phone number
  • Membership details
  • Identification numbers (GST, Licenses, etc.)

1.2 Non-Personal Information

  • IP address
  • Device information
  • Browser type
  • Pages visited
  • Date, time, and duration of website usage
  • Cookies & tracking data

1.3 Payment Information (If Applicable)

  • Transaction details
  • Billing information

Note: We do not store credit or debit card numbers. Payments are handled by secure third-party processors.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Process membership applications
  • Provide member services
  • Send updates, newsletters, and event details
  • Improve website functionality
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Maintain administrative and legal records

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or trade your personal data. We may share information with:

  • Government authorities when legally required
  • Trusted service providers (IT, payment, communication)
  • Event partners (when necessary)
  • Legal advisors for compliance

4. Data Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

5. Data Retention

Data is retained only as long as necessary for membership, services, or legal purposes. After that, it is deleted or anonymized.

6. Your Rights

You may request to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your information (as permitted by law)
  • Withdraw consent for communication
  • Unsubscribe from newsletters

7. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve browsing experience and analyze traffic. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

8. External Links

We are not responsible for the privacy policies of third-party websites linked from our site.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy anytime. Updated versions will be posted on this page.

10. Contact Us

Andhra Pradesh Hotels Association (APHA)
Email: contact@apha.in
Phone: +91 90009 33336
Website: https://apha.in