Privacy Policy of Paathshaala Institute
Effective Date: 05.10.2024
At Paathshaala Institute (“we”, “our”, “us”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and share your information when you visit our website, https://paathshaalainstitute.com (the “Site”), and our services. By using our Site and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect various types of personal and non-personal information from users, as outlined below.
a) Personal Information
This is information that can identify you personally, such as:
- Name
- Contact information, including phone number and email address
- Physical address
- Date of birth
- Information related to academic details (e.g., classes enrolled in)
- Any other information that you provide through registration forms or contact forms
b) Non-Personal Information
This refers to information that cannot directly identify you, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Referring/exit pages
- Time spent on pages, click data, and general usage patterns
- Geographical location (based on IP address)
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information through various methods, including:
- Directly from You: When you fill out forms (e.g., registration, feedback, or contact forms), enroll in courses, or contact us via email or phone.
- Automatically: Through cookies, log files, and analytics tools when you use our Site.
- From Third Parties: In some cases, we may collect information from publicly available sources or third-party service providers to verify the details you provide.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for various legitimate purposes, including:
- To Provide Services: To process your registration, manage your course enrollment, and provide updates or academic results.
- To Communicate with You: For announcements, administrative communications, and to answer any queries or feedback you provide.
- For Marketing: To send information about new courses, scholarships, special offers, or events related to Paathshaala Institute.
- To Improve Our Services: To monitor and analyze the performance of our Site and services, understand user preferences, and enhance user experience.
- For Legal Compliance: To comply with any legal obligations or enforce our terms and policies.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve site performance and functionality
- Remember your preferences during visits
- Track your browsing habits on our Site
You can choose to disable cookies via your browser settings, but please note that this may limit some functionality of our Site.
5. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
a) With Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your data with trusted third parties who provide services to us, including payment processors, email service providers, or IT support. These service providers are only given the necessary information to perform their tasks and are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.
b) For Legal Reasons
We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to court orders, government inquiries, or other legal processes, or if we believe it is necessary to investigate, prevent, or take action against potential violations of our policies, suspected fraud, or to protect the rights and safety of Paathshaala Institute or others.
c) In Business Transactions
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction, subject to the continuation of this Privacy Policy.
6. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes encryption, firewalls, and secure access to databases where your information is stored.
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
a) Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
b) Correction: If you believe any information we have about you is incorrect, you can request corrections.
c) Deletion: You may request the deletion of your data where it is no longer necessary for us to retain it.
d) Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in emails or contacting us directly.
e) Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format where applicable.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided in the “Contact Us” section below.
8. Retention of Data
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once we no longer require your data, we will take steps to delete it securely.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Children’s Privacy
Paathshaala Institute does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it. If you believe that we may have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the services we offer. We will post the updated policy on this page, and the changes will take effect immediately upon posting. Please review this page periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices.
12. Contact Us
For any suggestions, feedback, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Paathshaala Institute
3rd Floor, OPP. Harrow English School, near M.L.S.M College, Kathalbari, Darbhanga, Bihar 846004, India
Phone Numbers: 9304897021, 7349877008
Email: info@paathshaalainstitute.com, paathshaaladbg@gmail.com
