Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 22 July 2025
Website: https://vidyasaar.org
Email: admin@vidyasaar.org
Organization: VIDYAASARR EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION (Section 8 Company)

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1. Purpose

VIDYAASARR EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of its users, volunteers, donors, students, and all individuals interacting with our platform. This policy outlines the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal and sensitive personal data or information (SPDI) in compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the SPDI Rules, 2011.

2. Applicability

This policy applies to all users who visit our website, enroll in courses, volunteer, intern, donate, or otherwise interact with our services. By using the website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

3. Types of Data Collected

a. Personal Information

Includes, but is not limited to:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Educational qualifications
• Professional background
• Residential address

b. Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI)

As per SPDI Rules, includes:

• Passwords
• Financial information (e.g., bank details, card numbers, UPI IDs used during donation)
• Physical, physiological, and mental health conditions (if disclosed during counseling-related services)
• Biometric information (if any)
• Any other information received for processing, stored or processed under a lawful contract or service

4. Purpose of Collection

Your data is collected for the following lawful purposes:

• Course registration and administration
• Donation processing and receipts
• Volunteer and internship coordination
• Communication and newsletters
• Internal analysis and reporting
• Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

5. Consent

We collect and process SPDI only after obtaining your explicit consent. By filling forms or using our services, you authorize us to collect and use your data in accordance with this policy. You may withdraw consent by writing to us at admin@vidyasaar.org. However, withdrawal of consent may affect your ability to access certain services.

6. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal or SPDI data. We may disclose your information:

• To service providers or partners strictly for processing your request
• When required by law or government authority
• To enforce terms of use or protect the rights of the Foundation

We ensure any third parties comply with reasonable security practices as mandated by the IT Act.

7. Data Security

We implement Reasonable Security Practices in accordance with IS/ISO/IEC 27001 standards and the SPDI Rules, including:

• SSL encryption for transmission
• Limited access to data on a need-to-know basis
• Secure servers and firewalls
• Regular audits and access controls

8. Retention of Data

Your data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected or as required by applicable law.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Review the information you provided
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent to the use of your information
• Be informed about the purpose and recipients of your data

For any of the above, contact us at: admin@vidyasaar.org

10. Grievance Redressal Officer

In compliance with the IT Act, the following officer is designated to address grievances:

Name: Grievance Officer
Email: admin@vidyasaar.org
Response Time: Within 15 days of receipt of the complaint

11. Changes to Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes your agreement to the revised policy.

12. Governing Law

This policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, and any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts.