Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 24, 2026

At Sikh Business Network (SBN), accessible from sikhbusinessnetwork.com, protecting the privacy of our members and website visitors is one of our top priorities. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information collected and recorded by SBN and how we use it.

1. Information We Collect

When you register for an account or maintain a business listing on SBN, we may collect the following information:

• Personal Details: Full Name (Singh/Kaur verification), Date of Birth, Gender, and Profile Photo.
• Contact Information: WhatsApp/Phone Number, Business Email Address, and Postal Address.
• Business & Entity Data: Company Name, Designation, Tax Identification Number (GST/Tax ID), Industry Sector, Products/Services offered, and Business Logos.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To operate and maintain the Global Sikh Business Network Directory.
• To verify member authenticity and process OTP communications via WhatsApp.
• To facilitate business connections, enquiries, and networking among registered members.
• To manage membership tier upgrades, subscriptions, and referral reward tracking.
• To send important updates, security alerts, and system notifications.

3. Public Directory Visibility

Certain details provided in your Company Profile (such as Company Name, Designation, Deals In, City, and Business Contact options) are displayed publicly or to registered members within the SBN Directory and Virtual Membership Cards to fulfill the core directory functionality.

4. Data Protection & Security

We implement strict security measures, including password hashing and encrypted connections, to maintain the safety of your personal data. We do not sell, trade, or rent members' personal identification information to third parties.

5. Third-Party Services

We utilize trusted third-party service providers, including Razorpay for secure payment processing and Pabbly for automated WhatsApp OTP notifications. These third parties access your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@sikhbusinessnetwork.com.