Effective date: June 2025
— Last updated: March 2026
— Domain: stallionguns.com
This Privacy Policy governs the collection, use, storage, and protection of personal
data collected through the website stallionguns.com, owned and operated
by Stallion Guns, an airgun manufacturer and dealer based in India.
This policy is drafted in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act,
2023 (DPDP Act), the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025,
the Information Technology Act, 2000 and its associated rules, the
Arms Act, 1959, and other applicable Indian laws.
Important legal notice: This website is an informational platform only.
It does not process online payments, create user accounts, or facilitate online sale or
transfer of firearms or ammunition. All commercial and regulatory transactions are
conducted offline in strict compliance with the Arms Act, 1959, and the Arms Rules, 2016.
Under the DPDP Act, 2023, personal data may only be processed on a valid legal basis.
Stallion Guns processes personal data on the following legal grounds:
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Consent (Section 6, DPDP Act): The primary basis for all processing is
your freely given, specific, informed, unconditional, and unambiguous consent, provided
when you submit information through a form or contact channel on this website.
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Certain Legitimate Uses (Section 7, DPDP Act): Processing may also
occur where required for compliance with a court order, judicial or quasi-judicial
proceedings, or to fulfil obligations imposed by any law currently in force in India,
including the Arms Act, 1959.
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IT (SPDI) Rules, 2011 (Rule 5): Until the DPDP Act is fully enforced,
we continue to adhere to the lawful collection and purpose-limitation requirements of
these Rules.
Your right to withdraw consent: You may withdraw your consent at any
time by contacting our Grievance Officer (see Section 17). Withdrawal of consent will
not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out prior to the withdrawal.
This website may use cookies and similar browser-based technologies to maintain
functionality and improve your browsing experience. In accordance with applicable
Indian law, cookies that collect personal data require your prior consent.
We may use the following types of cookies:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the basic operation of the website (e.g., session management). These do not require your consent.
- Functional Cookies: Used to remember your preferences during a browsing session. These are activated only with your consent.
- Analytics Cookies: Used in aggregated, anonymised form to understand how visitors interact with the website. No personally identifiable information is stored via these cookies without your consent.
You may control, disable, or delete cookies through your web browser settings at any
time. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some website features.
Continued use of this website, after you have been informed of our cookie use, constitutes
acceptance of strictly necessary cookies only.
As required under Section 8 of the DPDP Act, 2023, Stallion Guns takes responsibility
for ensuring that any third-party service providers (acting as Data Processors)
comply with applicable data protection obligations. The following third-party services
are used on this website:
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WhatsApp (Meta Platforms): This website may include WhatsApp chat links
or buttons to facilitate direct user communication. Any interaction initiated through
WhatsApp is subject to WhatsApp’s own Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Stallion
Guns is not responsible for data processed by WhatsApp once you leave this website.
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Bootstrap Framework & Web Fonts: The website uses the Bootstrap
front-end framework and Google Fonts or similar web font providers to deliver its
visual design. These resources are loaded from content delivery networks (CDNs) and may
result in your browser making requests to third-party servers as part of standard
page loading. These providers may independently log your IP address.
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External Hosting Infrastructure: This website is hosted on third-party
server infrastructure. The hosting provider automatically logs certain technical information
(such as IP addresses) as part of standard server operations. Such data is handled under
the hosting provider’s own data protection policies.
We enter into written agreements with Data Processors where required, ensuring they
process data only on our documented instructions and in compliance with the DPDP Act, 2023.
Like most websites, the server hosting stallionguns.com may automatically collect
technical information in server log files when you visit. This information is used
for website administration, security monitoring, technical diagnostics, and
understanding general usage patterns.
Server log files may contain the following information:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address of the visiting device
- Browser type, version, and language settings
- Device type, operating system, and screen resolution
- Pages visited on this website and navigation paths taken
- Date, time, and duration of each visit
- HTTP status codes, referrer URLs, and data transferred
Log file data is not linked to any personally identifiable information and is retained
for a minimum of one year as recommended under the DPDP Rules, 2025, for cybersecurity
audit purposes. After this period, log data is securely deleted or anonymised.
In accordance with Section 8(7) of the DPDP Act, 2023, Stallion Guns will not retain
personal data for longer than is necessary for the purpose for which it was collected,
or as required by applicable law.
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Enquiry data (name, email, phone, message content): Retained for a
maximum of 12 months from the date of the last communication, after
which it is securely deleted, unless an ongoing business or legal relationship requires
its continued retention.
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Server log files: Retained for a minimum of 12 months
for cybersecurity and audit purposes, in line with DPDP Rules, 2025.
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Records required under the Arms Act, 1959: Certain transaction and
communication records relating to arms manufacturing and sales may be required to be
retained for the periods specified under the Arms Act and Arms Rules, 2016, regardless
of the above timelines.
Upon expiry of the retention period, or upon a valid erasure request, personal data
is permanently deleted or anonymised using methods that prevent reconstruction.
Stallion Guns implements reasonable and appropriate technical and organisational security
safeguards to protect personal data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration,
or destruction, as required under Section 8(5) of the DPDP Act, 2023, and Section 43A
of the Information Technology Act, 2000.
Our security measures include, but are not limited to:
- Technical measures: SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit, access controls, secure server configurations, and regular vulnerability assessments
- Organisational measures: Restricting access to personal data on a need-to-know basis, and training relevant personnel on data protection obligations
- Vendor management: Ensuring third-party Data Processors maintain equivalent security standards as required under DPDP Rules, 2025
No sale or rent of data: Stallion Guns does not sell, rent, trade, or
otherwise transfer your personal data to any third party for commercial or marketing purposes.
Data is disclosed only where required by applicable law or by order of a competent court,
government body, or regulatory authority.
Security limitation notice: No method of transmission over the internet
or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable
means to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security and
disclaim liability for unauthorised access beyond our reasonable control.
The DPDP Act, 2023 grants you, as a Data Principal (the individual
whose data is being processed), the following rights, which you may exercise at any
time by contacting our Grievance Officer:
Right to Access (§11)
Request a summary of the personal data we hold about you, the purposes for which it is processed, and the names of Data Processors to whom it has been disclosed.
Right to Correction & Erasure (§12)
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data, or erasure of data that is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected.
Right to Withdraw Consent (§6)
Withdraw previously given consent at any time. Withdrawal will not affect processing carried out before the withdrawal, and may affect your ability to receive certain services.
Right to Grievance Redressal (§13)
Raise a grievance with our designated Grievance Officer regarding handling of your personal data. If unresolved, you may approach the Data Protection Board of India.
Right to Nominate (§14)
Nominate another individual to exercise your data rights on your behalf in the event of your death or incapacity, in accordance with the DPDP Act.
Right to Complain to DPBI
If your grievance is not resolved to your satisfaction, you may file a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India (DPBI) once it becomes operational.
We will endeavour to respond to all rights requests within a reasonable timeframe.
Certain rights may be limited where data is required to be retained by law (e.g., under
the Arms Act, 1959) or where such exercise would adversely affect the rights of others.
In compliance with Section 9 of the DPDP Act, 2023, Stallion Guns does not
knowingly collect, process, or store personal data of children (individuals under
the age of 18 years) without the verifiable consent of a parent or lawful guardian.
This website does not engage in tracking, behavioural monitoring, or targeted
advertising directed at children. If we become aware that personal data of a minor
has been submitted without appropriate parental consent, we will promptly delete
such data from our records.
Notice to parents and guardians: If you believe your child has
provided personal information through this website without your consent, please
contact our Grievance Officer immediately so that we can take corrective action.
In accordance with Section 16 of the DPDP Act, 2023, personal data may be transferred
outside the territory of India only to countries that are not restricted by a Government
of India notification under the Act.
Certain third-party service providers used on this website (such as web hosting
providers, CDNs, or font providers) may process technical data on servers located outside
India. Where such transfers occur, we ensure that:
- The transfer is to a country not notified as a restricted destination under the DPDP Act
- Contractual obligations binding the Data Processor to data protection standards equivalent to those applicable in India are in place
- Only the minimum necessary technical data (e.g., IP address for CDN routing) is transferred
Stallion Guns does not transfer personally identifiable enquiry data (names, email
addresses, phone numbers) to servers outside India.
Stallion Guns is a licensed airgun manufacturer and dealer operating under the
Arms Act, 1959 and the Arms Rules, 2016. Our
business operations are subject to oversight by the relevant licensing authority,
the Ministry of Home Affairs, and applicable State Government authorities.
Mandatory disclosure to authorities: Under the Arms Act, 1959 and
Arms Rules, 2016, Stallion Guns may be legally required to disclose user
information, enquiry records, transaction data, and other relevant records to
licensing authorities, law enforcement agencies, the Ministry of Home Affairs,
or a court of competent jurisdiction, upon lawful demand. Such disclosures will
be made without prior notice to the affected individual where required by law.
In addition to the DPDP Act requirements, the following regulatory obligations
affect how data is handled in our business context:
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Licence-related records: Records of sales, repairs, and transfers of
airguns and related products may be required to be maintained and submitted to licensing
authorities under the Arms Rules, 2016, including periodic reporting obligations.
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Enquiry verification: In the course of responding to product enquiries,
Stallion Guns may be required to verify the identity and eligibility of the person
making the enquiry, in accordance with applicable arms regulations.
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Law enforcement cooperation: Stallion Guns will fully cooperate with
law enforcement agencies, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and any competent authority
exercising powers under the Arms Act, 1959 or any other applicable law.
Nothing in this Privacy Policy limits or restricts the disclosure of information
required under any law, regulation, court order, or government direction.
In the event of a personal data breach, Stallion Guns will take immediate steps to
contain and remediate the breach, and will fulfil its notification obligations as
prescribed under the DPDP Act, 2023, and DPDP Rules, 2025.
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Notification to Data Protection Board of India (DPBI): We will notify
the DPBI of any breach compromising the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of
personal data, promptly and without undue delay, including details of the nature, extent,
timing, location, consequences, and remediation measures.
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Notification to affected Data Principals: Where a breach is likely to
result in harm to the affected individuals, we will notify them directly in plain language,
describing the breach, the data affected, and the steps being taken.
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Internal record-keeping: All breach incidents will be documented
internally in our breach register, including details of the incident, our response,
and any preventive measures implemented.
All breaches, regardless of severity or damage caused, will be reported to the DPBI
as required under the DPDP Act, 2023.
This website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, or other
online resources not owned or controlled by Stallion Guns. These links are provided
for convenience and reference only.
Stallion Guns has no control over the content, data practices, or privacy policies of
linked third-party websites. Clicking on such a link means you leave our website and
are subject to the privacy policy of that third-party site. We strongly encourage you
to read the privacy policy of every website you visit. Stallion Guns accepts no
responsibility or liability for the data practices of any linked third-party website.
Under Section 6 of the DPDP Act, 2023, consent must be free, specific, informed,
unconditional, and unambiguous. By submitting information through any form or contact
channel on this website, you provide such consent and acknowledge that:
- You have read and understood this Privacy Policy in its entirety
- You consent to the collection and processing of your personal data for the purposes described herein
- You are 18 years of age or older, or are providing information with the verified consent of a parent or guardian
- You understand that you may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting our Grievance Officer
Merely browsing this website does not constitute consent to the collection of personal
data. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not submit any personal
information through this website.
This Privacy Policy will be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect changes in
applicable law (including ongoing implementation of the DPDP Act and Rules), our
business practices, or the services provided through this website.
Material changes to this policy will be notified to users through a prominent notice
on this page, and where practicable, via the email address provided by the user.
The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will be revised with
each update. Your continued use of this website following the publication of changes
constitutes your acknowledgement of the updated policy.
You are encouraged to review this page periodically. The current version of this policy
supersedes all earlier versions.
As required under Section 13 of the DPDP Act, 2023, and Rule 5(9) of the IT (SPDI)
Rules, 2011, Stallion Guns has designated a Grievance Officer to
address any complaints or concerns regarding the handling of your personal data.
Grievance Office Details
Company: Stallion Guns
Address: Plot No.4 , Green Field Industrial Area ,
Malot Kandrori Teh.Indora Distt Kangra HP-176402
Email: [email protected]
Response time: We will acknowledge your grievance within 72 hours and resolve it within 30 days of receipt.