Deeksha Speech Therapy Solutions

Privacy Policy
Last updated: 22 August 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Deeksha Speech Therapy Solutions ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you use our website, WhatsApp communication channel, or request appointments and therapy services.

We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your data in a lawful, fair, and transparent manner under applicable laws, including India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and, where relevant, international best practices (e.g., GDPR).

1. Who We Are

Deeksha Speech Therapy Solutions
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Email: info@deekshaspeechtherapy.com

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

3. Data We Collect

Information you provide

  • Identity and contact details (name, phone, email)
  • Appointment information (preferred dates, history)
  • Therapy-related notes you choose to share
  • Feedback and support messages

Information we collect automatically

  • Basic device and usage data (IP address, browser, pages viewed)
  • Cookies and similar technologies (see Cookies)
  • Log data for security and debugging

Children’s data: We provide paediatric services. Any child-related information is collected from the parent/guardian/authorized caregiver only.

4. How We Use Your Information

6. WhatsApp Cloud API & Third Parties

We use Meta’s WhatsApp Cloud API to communicate with you. Your messages may be processed by Meta Platforms in accordance with their terms and privacy policy. Do not share highly sensitive medical information over WhatsApp; we will provide secure alternatives for such details.

We may also use trusted service providers for:

All vendors are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

7. Sharing & Disclosure

8. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law and professional guidelines. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize data.

9. Security

We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, including access controls, encryption-in-transit, and regular reviews. No method of transmission or storage is fully secure; please avoid sending highly sensitive details via WhatsApp.

10. Cookies & Analytics

We may use essential cookies for site functionality and optional analytics to improve the user experience. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

11. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may request to:

To exercise rights, contact us at info@deekshaspeechtherapy.com.

12. Children’s Privacy

For under-18 clients, we collect information only from parents/guardians or authorized caregivers. We provide clear guidance on appropriate channels for sharing therapy-related information.

13. International Transfers

Where data is processed or stored outside India, we implement appropriate safeguards and ensure vendors provide an adequate level of protection.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your data, please contact:

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