Introduction
At Gyan Academy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
By accessing our website or using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
- Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details
- Date of birth, educational background, and academic interests
- Payment information for course fees and other services
- Information you provide when contacting us or participating in surveys
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address, browser type, and device information
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Providing and improving our educational services
- Processing enrollments and payments
- Communicating with you about courses, updates, and promotions
- Personalizing your learning experience
- Analyzing website usage to enhance user experience
- Complying with legal obligations
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:
- With trusted third-party service providers who assist in our operations
- When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- In connection with a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition
- With your explicit consent
Note: We may share anonymized, aggregated data for research or statistical purposes, which cannot be used to identify you personally.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Secure servers and data encryption
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
- Secure payment processing systems
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Targeting Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Objection: Object to certain processing activities
- Restriction: Request limitation of how we use your information
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as educational resources or partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Children's Privacy
Gyan Academy is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised effective date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
info@gyanacademy.com
Phone
+91-9643090624
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible, typically within 7-10 business days.