PRIVACY POLICY FOR SURVEYS (MARKET RESEARCH-B2B& B2C AND SOCIAL RESEARCH)

(“POLICY”)

Sixth Sense Research Solutions Pvt Ltd.

Last Updated: 6TH April 2026 ---

1. INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy explains how Sixth Sense Research Solutions Pvt Ltd. (“Company”, “we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data when you participate in any survey conducted by us.

We conduct market, opinion, and social research on behalf of clients. In most instances:

· The client acts as the Data Controller / Data Fiduciary

· We act as the Data Processor / Data Processor assisting the controller

We request you to read this Policy carefully before participating.

2. DEFINITION OF PERSONAL DATA

“Personal Data” means any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual, including but not limited to:

· Name, contact details

· Demographics

· Responses to survey questions

· Online identifiers (such as IP address)

3. LAWFUL COLLECTION AND USE OF DATA

We collect and process personal data only for legitimate research purposes, including:

· Market research

· Opinion research

· Statistical and analytical insights

Participation is:

Voluntary Based on informed consent

You may:

· Decline to answer any question

· Withdraw from the survey at any time

We clearly identify:

· Who we are

· Purpose of research

· Use of your data

4. HOW WE CONTACT YOU

We may invite you to participate in research through:

· Telephone, email, SMS or post

· Online advertisements or survey links

· Face-to-face interactions

Your contact details may have been obtained through:

· Our clients (where you have an existing relationship)

· Sample providers

· Publicly available sources

· Recruitment agencies

· Prior consent for re-contact

· Direct opt-in (e.g., clicking survey links)

We never misrepresent our identity or purpose.

5. PURPOSE OF DATA PROCESSING

Your data will be used strictly for:

· Research and statistical analysis

· Generating insights for clients

· Improving products, services, or experiences

We do NOT use your data for:

· Marketing

· Advertising

· Sales

This distinction aligns with ESOMAR principles separating research from non-research activities.

6. DATA SHARING AND THIRD PARTIES

We do NOT sell your personal data.

We may share data only in the following cases:

Permitted Sharing

· With clients → Only aggregated/anonymized data

· With research partners / vendors → Under strict confidentiality agreements

· Where required by law

Identifiable Data Disclosure (only if):

· You explicitly consent

· Required for a specific research purpose

All third parties are contractually bound to:

· Maintain confidentiality

· Use data only for research purposes

· Apply equivalent security standards

7. CROSS-BORDER DATA TRANSFERS

Your data may be processed in India or other countries.

Where data is transferred internationally:

· We ensure compliance with DPDP Act & GDPR transfer principles

· Appropriate safeguards are implemented (e.g., contractual protections)

8. CONFIDENTIALITY, SECURITY & INDUSTRY STANDARDS

We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards, including:

· Secure systems and servers

· Access controls

· Encryption where applicable

v While we strive to protect your data, no system is 100% secure.

We comply with:

· MRSI Code of Conduct

· ICC/ESOMAR Code (2025)

· Applicable data protection laws

All employees and vendors are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality.

9. DATA ANONYMIZATION

Survey responses are typically:

· Combined with other participants’ responses

· Reported in aggregated, anonymized format

We do not disclose identifiable responses unless:

· You consent

· Required for legitimate research purposes

10. COOKIES & ONLINE DATA COLLECTION

For online surveys:

We may automatically collect:

· IP address

· Browser type

· Device information

· Date/time of access

This is used for:

· Survey optimization

· Preventing duplicate participation

· System analysis

Cookies:

· Used only when necessary

· Optional cookies require your explicit consent

11. DATA ACCURACY

We take reasonable steps to ensure data is:

· Accurate

· Complete

· Up-to-date

You may request corrections at any time.

12. CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE INDIVIDUALS

We Do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent

· Apply enhanced safeguards

Participation of minors requires guardian approval.

13. SENSITIVE PERSONAL DATA

We may collect sensitive data (e.g., health, beliefs, demographics) only where:

· Necessary for research

· Explicit consent is obtained

Participation is always optional.

14. YOUR (RESEARCH PARTICIPAINTS) RIGHTS

You have the right to:

· Access your data

· Correct inaccuracies

· Request deletion

· Withdraw consent

· Restrict or object to processing

· Request data portability

We will respond within applicable legal timelines.

15. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal data:

· Only for as long as necessary for research purposes

· Typically not exceeding 12 months, unless legally required

Data is securely deleted after its purpose is fulfilled.

16. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING

We may use profiling for research purposes, such as:

· Survey targeting

· Statistical segmentation

This does not generally produce legal or significant effects.

You may object or request further information.

17. DATA BREACH RESPONSE

In case of a data breach:

· We will notify relevant authorities and affected individuals as required

· Appropriate remedial action will be taken

18. POLICY UPDATES

This Policy may be updated periodically.

19. CONTACT US For questions, requests, or complaints: EMAIL: PROJECTS@SIXTHSENSEGLOBAL.COM

Thank you!