Privacy Policy

Last updated: 23 March 2026

the*spark (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including the*spark | Pullur Centre pages.

By using our website, submitting forms, or engaging with our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Information the*spark collects

a. Information You Provide

When you interact with us (e.g., apply, enquire, or register), we may collect full name, email address, phone number, organisation/ company name, role/ designation, nature of interest (e.g., co-working, events, partnerships), and/ or any additional details you choose to share.

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you browse our website, we may collect IP address, device and browser information, pages visited and time spent, clickstream data and referral sources.

c. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and understand how users interact with our website.

How the*spark uses your information

We use your information to:

Respond to enquiries and applications (e.g., workspace, events, partnerships)

Connect you with relevant opportunities within the*spark ecosystem

Share updates about programs, events, and initiatives

Improve our website, offerings, and user experience

Analyse engagement and optimise outreach efforts

Ensure platform security and prevent misuse

Marketing & Communications

With your consent, we may send you updates about the*spark | Pullur Centre, invitations to events, convenings, or programs, and ecosystem opportunities relevant to your interests.

You can opt out of these communications at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with trusted service providers (e.g., CRM platforms like Zoho, email tools, analytics providers such as Google Analytics), partners or collaborators within the social impact ecosystem (only where relevant and appropriate), and legal or regulatory authorities, if required by law.

All such sharing is done with appropriate safeguards.

Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

Your data may be stored on secure servers managed by trusted third-party providers.

Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to support your engagement with the*spark ecosystem, fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, and comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

Your Rights

You may have the right to access the personal data we hold about you, request correction or updates, request deletion of your data, and withdraw consent for communications.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at marketing@thespark.org.in.

Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party tools (e.g., analytics, CRM, forms, event platforms). These services may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

We may also include links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Cookies Policy

We use cookies to enable core website functionality, understand user behavior and improve experience, and support marketing and analytics efforts.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Compliance with Applicable Laws

We comply with applicable data protection laws in India, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act), where applicable.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

the*spark

Email: marketing@thespark.org.in

Address: 2nd Floor, Rigel, No.15-19, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Enclave, Doddanekundi, Marathahalli Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru 560037, Karnataka

Ecosystem Collaboration

As part of the*spark’s mission to enable social impact, we may (with care and relevance) facilitate connections between ecosystem stakeholders such as founders, funders, and partners. This will always be done responsibly and in alignment with your expressed interests.