FitNest Podcast — Privacy Policy
Effective date: 27 October 2026
This Privacy Policy explains what personal data FitNest Podcast collects through fitnestpodcast.com, why we collect it, and the choices you have.
FitNest Podcast is produced by Vigyapan Waale, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (“FitNest”, “we”, “us” or “our”). We decide how and why your personal data is processed on this website.
This policy covers the website fitnestpodcast.com, including its blog, and any forms on it. It does not cover YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Instagram or other platforms where our episodes appear. Those platforms have their own privacy policies.
By using this website or submitting a form, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please do not submit your personal data through the website.
1. Information we collect
We collect only the information needed to run the podcast and this website.
Information you give us
- Guest applications: when you apply to be a guest, we collect your name, email address, phone or WhatsApp number, your profession, qualifications and area of expertise, and anything else you choose to write in the form.
- Messages: if you email, call or WhatsApp us, we receive your name, contact details and the content of your message.
- Updates and newsletters: if you sign up for updates, we collect your email address and, if you provide it, your name.
- Comments: if comments are open on a blog post and you leave one, we collect your name, email address and comment.
Information collected automatically
- Technical data: like most websites, our hosting servers record your IP address, browser type, device, the pages you visit, and the date and time of your visit. These records are used for security and to keep the site working.
- Cookies: a small number of cookies may be set on your device. See section 4.
We do not ask for, and you should not send us, information about your own health, medical conditions or treatment through this website.
2. How we use your information
We use your personal data only for the purpose you gave it to us for:
- to review guest applications, contact you about appearing on the podcast, and plan and schedule recordings;
- to reply to your messages, questions and partnership or sponsorship enquiries;
- to send you updates about new episodes and articles, if you have signed up for them;
- to publish and moderate blog comments;
- to keep the website secure, prevent spam and abuse, and fix technical problems;
- to meet our legal obligations.
We process your personal data on the basis of the consent you give when you submit a form or contact us, or for legitimate uses permitted under India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. You can withdraw your consent at any time (see section 6). Withdrawing consent does not affect processing that happened before you withdrew it.
We do not sell or rent your personal data, and we do not use it for automated decisions about you.
If you appear as a guest, your name, photo, title and the episode itself will be published. This is covered by the separate guest agreement or release you sign before recording, not by this policy.
3. Third-party services on this website
The website relies on a few trusted services. Each one receives only the data it needs.
| Service | What it does | What it may receive |
| Hostinger | Hosts the website, its servers and our email updates | Technical data, form submissions, email addresses of subscribers |
| WordPress and WPForms | Run the website and its forms | Form submissions, which are sent to our team inbox |
| YouTube (Google) | Plays the podcast episodes embedded on our pages | When you play a video: your IP address, device data and YouTube cookies |
| Google Fonts | Displays the website’s fonts | Your IP address and browser details |
| Gmail (Google) | Receives emails sent to our contact address | Your email and its contents |
| WhatsApp (Meta) | Lets you message us | Your number and messages |
Share buttons on blog posts open WhatsApp, LinkedIn, X or Facebook only when you click them. Links to other websites are provided for convenience. We are not responsible for how those websites handle your data.
4. Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We keep them to a minimum.
- Essential cookies: set by WordPress and our hosting to keep the site secure, remember comment details if you choose, and support logged-in administrators.
- YouTube cookies: set by YouTube only when you play an embedded episode.
We do not currently use advertising or tracking cookies on this website. If we add analytics or advertising tools in future, we will update this policy first and ask for your consent where the law requires it.
You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Blocking essential cookies may stop parts of the site, such as forms, from working.
5. Sharing, storage and security
Who we share data with. We share your personal data only with:
- the FitNest and Vigyapan Waale team members who need it to do their work;
- the service providers listed in section 3, who process it on our behalf;
- government authorities, courts or regulators when the law requires it, or to protect our rights or the safety of others.
Where it is stored. Your data is stored on servers run by our hosting and email providers. Some of these servers may be outside India. Any such transfer follows the rules on cross-border transfers under Indian law.
How long we keep it.
| Data | How long we keep it |
| Guest applications we do not take forward | Up to 12 months, so we can contact you for future seasons |
| Guest applications that lead to an episode | As long as the episode is published, plus the period needed for legal and accounting records |
| Messages and enquiries | Up to 24 months after our last conversation |
| Update subscriptions | Until you unsubscribe |
| Server logs | Usually a few weeks, as set by our hosting provider |
When data is no longer needed, we delete it, unless the law requires us to keep it longer.
Security. We use reasonable security practices, including HTTPS encryption, malware protection, regular backups and restricted access to form submissions. No website or email system is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. If a personal data breach affects you, we will inform you and the authorities as required by law.
6. Your rights
Under Indian data protection law, you can ask us to:
- give you a summary of the personal data we hold about you and how we use it;
- correct, complete or update inaccurate or incomplete data;
- erase your data when it is no longer needed for the purpose you gave it for, unless the law requires us to keep it;
- withdraw any consent you have given, as easily as you gave it;
- nominate another person to exercise these rights for you if you die or become unable to act;
- resolve a complaint about how we handled your data.
To use any of these rights, write to us using the details in section 10. We may need to confirm your identity first. We will respond within the time limits set by law. You can unsubscribe from updates at any time using the link in any update email.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you can complain to the Data Protection Board of India once it is available to hear complaints.
7. Children
This website is meant for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. If you are under 18, please do not use our forms. If you believe a child has sent us personal data, contact us and we will delete it.
8. Health information and medical disclaimer
FitNest Podcast shares general health and wellness information for education and awareness. It is not medical advice. We do not collect or store information about your health through this website. Please do not include your medical details in forms or messages.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy when our website, services or the law changes. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new effective date. If the changes are significant, we will highlight them on the website or tell subscribers by email.
10. Contact us and Grievance Officer
For questions about this policy, to use your rights, or to make a complaint, contact our Grievance Officer:
- Name: [Grievance Officer’s name]
- Organisation: FitNest Podcast, produced by Vigyapan Waale
- Email: FitNestPodcast@gmail.com (subject line: “Privacy request”)
- Phone / WhatsApp: +91-7710000964
- Address: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
We will acknowledge your request promptly and aim to resolve it within 30 days, and always within the time allowed by law.