Karmveer Scholars Academy

— PRIVACY POLICY —

1. Introduction

KARMVEER SCHOLARS ACADEMY, BARSHI is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with Indian data protection principles and platform policies including WhatsApp Official API and RCS Business Messaging guidelines.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect:

A. Personal Information

  • Name
  • Mobile number
  • Email address
  • Parent/guardian details
  • Academic information

B. Device Information

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device identifiers

C. Cookies & Tracking Data

  • Website usage analytics
  • Session information

D. Message Data

  • WhatsApp communication history
  • RCS message interactions
  • Delivery confirmations

3. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect data to:

  • Provide academic services
  • Process admissions
  • Send fee reminders
  • Share class updates
  • Improve service quality
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Consent for WhatsApp & RCS Data Processing

By providing your mobile number, you:

  • Consent to receive WhatsApp Business messages.
  • Consent to receive RCS business communications.
  • Acknowledge that third-party platforms (Meta, telecom operators) process message data.

You may withdraw consent anytime.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process data based on:

  • User consent
  • Contractual necessity
  • Legal compliance under Indian law
  • Legitimate educational interest

6. How We Use Collected Data

Data is used for:

  • Student enrollment
  • Attendance updates
  • Exam notifications
  • Promotional messages (with consent)
  • Customer support

We do not sell personal data.

7. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain data only as long as necessary for:

  • Academic records
  • Legal compliance
  • Business operations

Users may request deletion, subject to legal obligations.

8. Data Sharing with Third Parties

We may share limited data with:

  • Meta (WhatsApp Business API)
  • Google (email/analytics services)
  • Telecom operators (RCS delivery)
  • Payment gateways (if applicable)

All partners are required to maintain confidentiality and security standards.

9. Security Measures & Encryption

We implement:

  • Secure access controls
  • Password-protected systems
  • Platform-level encryption (WhatsApp end-to-end encryption where applicable)
  • Secure data storage practices

However, no system is 100% secure.

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Enhance user experience
  • Analyze traffic
  • Improve functionality

Users may disable cookies in browser settings.

11. Data Transfer & Storage (India-Based)

Data is primarily stored in India. However, messaging platforms like Meta may process data on global servers in compliance with their policies.

12. User Rights

Users have the right to:

  • Access personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request deletion (subject to law)

Requests can be made via email.

13. Policy for Children

For students under 18:

  • Parental/guardian consent is required.
  • Parents may request access to child data.

We do not knowingly collect data from minors without authorization.

14. Updates to Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically.

Updated versions will be posted on our website with revised effective dates.

15. Governing Law (India)

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by Indian law. Disputes shall fall under Solapur jurisdiction.

16. Contact Information

KARMVEER SCHOLARS ACADEMY, BARSHI
Shivajinagar, Near SSSPM Office
Barshi, Solapur – 413401
Phone: 8999377704
Email: ravipatil100.rp@gmail.com