Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 2026

1. Introduction

Labadiya & Mehta, Chartered Accountants ("we," "our," "us," or the "Firm") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal and financial information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the "Site") or engage with our professional services.

This Privacy Policy is published in compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 ("SPDI Rules"). As a firm of Chartered Accountants, we also strictly adhere to the confidentiality guidelines mandated by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and sensitive personal data or information (SPDI) that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Engage us for audit, taxation, advisory, or compliance services.
• Communicate with us via email, phone, or the contact forms on our Site.
• Provide documentation required for Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance.

The information we collect may include, but is not limited to: identity details (name, PAN, Aadhaar), contact information, financial records, bank account details, and corporate structuring documents necessary for providing our professional services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected exclusively for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Providing requested professional services (e.g., audit, taxation, SEBI compliance).
• Fulfilling legal, regulatory, and professional obligations.
• Conducting client onboarding and KYC verifications as required by law.
• Communicating updates regarding regulatory changes, compliance deadlines, and firm announcements.

4. Client Confidentiality & Data Sharing

Client confidentiality is the cornerstone of our practice. In accordance with the Code of Ethics issued by the ICAI, we do not disclose your personal or financial information to any third party without your explicit consent, except:

• When mandated by law, court order, or regulatory authorities (e.g., SEBI, Income Tax Department, MCA).
• When participating in peer reviews or quality review processes established by the ICAI.
• With authorised service providers acting on our behalf, subject to strict confidentiality agreements.

5. Data Security

We have implemented reasonable security practices and procedures as mandated under the SPDI Rules to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards are designed to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of your data.

6. Retention of Information

We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable laws, tax regulations, and ICAI auditing standards.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or grievances regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your data, please contact us at: