1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal and non-personal data when you interact with us online (via our website, emails, or online forms) or offline (during admissions, events, or consultations):
- Personal Identification Data (Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Photograph)
- Contact Details (Email, Phone Number, Address)
- Academic and Professional Records (for admissions, placements, collaborations)
- Payment and Billing Information (for course fees, donations, transactions)
- Technical Data (IP address, browser type, device details, cookies, log data)
- Any other information you voluntarily provide through forms, feedback, or correspondence
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used strictly for legitimate purposes, including but not limited to:
- Providing educational services, training, and related activities
- Processing admissions, enrollments, and payments
- Communicating important updates, notices, and promotional content
- Improving our website functionality, services, and user experience
- Legal and regulatory compliance obligations
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:
- Your consent (opt-in for newsletters, forms, cookies)
- Performance of a contract (admission agreements, course enrollment)
- Compliance with legal obligations (tax, regulatory requirements)
- Legitimate interests (research, academic improvement, internal administration)
4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings; however, this may affect website functionality.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. Information may be shared with:
- Authorized employees, faculty, and staff of Ganga Zuari Academy
- Trusted service providers (IT support, payment gateways, cloud storage)
- Government bodies or regulatory authorities when legally required
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures (encryption, firewalls, access controls) to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
7. Data Retention
Your personal data will be retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this policy, or as required by applicable law.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
- Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing or optional services)
- Object to certain types of data processing
9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 without parental/guardian consent. If you believe such information has been collected, please contact us immediately for removal.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites and encourage you to read their privacy statements.
11. Updates to this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The revised policy will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date".
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Ganga Zuari Academy
Jhinuk, 6 Ravi Raj Colony, Dona Paula 403004, Goa
Email: info@gangazuari.org
Phone: +91 942 243 8821
