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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 08, 2026 | Effective Date: April 08, 2026

At Aquarms, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your information when you visit our website aquarms.com or use our shrimp marketplace platform. Please read this policy carefully.

1. Who We Are

Aquarms is an end-to-end shrimp farming and trading marketplace based in Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh, India. We connect shrimp farmers, buyers, traders, processing units and exporters across India and globally.

Registered Address:
12-58, Pittalavani Palem, Bapatla,
Andhra Pradesh, India – 522329

Contact:
Email: helloaqua@zohomail.com
Phone: +91 74116 66066

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information when you use our platform:

Personal Identification Information — Full name, email address, phone number
Business Information — Farm location, shrimp species, trade listings, quantity and pricing
Role Information — Whether you are a farmer, buyer, trader, processing unit, exporter or investor
Communication Data — Messages and inquiries submitted through our contact form
Usage Data — Pages visited, time spent, browser type and device information
OTP Verification Data — Phone numbers and email addresses used for OTP verification

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To process and respond to your enquiries within 24 hours
To onboard you as a verified member of the Aquarms platform
To connect shrimp farmers with verified buyers and traders
To manage trade listings, bids and transactions on the platform
To verify your identity via OTP during registration and enquiry
To send important updates, notifications and platform communications
To improve our platform, services and user experience
To comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements

4. How We Store Your Data

Your enquiry and trade listing data is stored securely in our Google Sheets database, accessible only to authorised Aquarms team members. We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With verified platform members — Farmer listing details may be shared with verified buyers and traders to facilitate transactions
With service providers — Trusted third-party services that help us operate the platform (e.g. Google Sheets, hosting services)
Legal compliance — When required by law, court order or regulatory authority
Business transfers — In the event of a merger, acquisition or sale of assets

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses browser localStorage to remember your preferences and session data (such as Google Sheets connection settings). We do not currently use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels.

You can clear your browser's localStorage and cookies at any time through your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

As a user of the Aquarms platform, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to Correction — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Right to Deletion — Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations
Right to Withdraw Consent — Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
Right to Complain — Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in India

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at helloaqua@zohomail.com.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your login credentials confidential.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites including our partner platform rytumitra.com. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

The Aquarms platform is intended for use by adults (18 years and above) engaged in shrimp farming and trading. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Aquarms — Privacy Team
12-58, Pittalavani Palem, Bapatla,
Andhra Pradesh, India – 522329

📧 helloaqua@zohomail.com
📧 tradeaa@zohomail.com (Trade enquiries)
📞 +91 74116 66066
💬 WhatsApp: +91 74472 44429