Introduction

At Biginius Consultancy Pvt. Ltd., we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users’ personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information we collect from users who use our college admission services. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect:

• Personal Information: When you use our college admission services, we may collect personal information such as your name, contact information, date of birth, educational background, and other relevant details.
• Academic Records: We may collect information about your academic records, including transcripts, test scores, and other educational documents, to assist you in the college admission process.
• Payment Information: If you make payments for our services, we may collect payment information such as credit card details, billing address, and other payment-related information.

2. How We Use Your Information:

• To Provide Services: We use the information we collect to provide college admission services, including assisting you with the application process, evaluating your eligibility for admission, and communicating with colleges and universities on your behalf.
• Personalization: We may use your information to personalize your experience and provide you with customized recommendations and services tailored to your needs and preferences.
• Communication: We may use your contact information to communicate with you about your college admission process, provide updates and notifications, and respond to your inquiries and requests.
• Marketing: With your consent, we may use your information to send you marketing communications about our services, promotions, and other relevant information.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in providing our college admission services, such as educational institutions, testing agencies, and payment processors.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or government requests.
• Consent: We may share your information with third parties with your consent or at your direction.

4. Data Security

At Biginius Consultancy Pvt. Ltd., we are committed to ensuring the security and confidentiality of the personal information collected from users who utilize our college admission services. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding data security and the measures we take to protect the information we collect. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

• Secure Data Transmission: We use encryption and secure communication protocols to ensure the secure transmission of data between our users’ devices and our servers. This helps prevent unauthorized access or interception of sensitive information during transmission.
• Data Access Control: Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel who require access to perform their job responsibilities. We implement access controls and authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access to user data.
• Data Encryption: We encrypt sensitive user data, both in transit and at rest, using industry-standard encryption algorithms. This ensures that even if data is intercepted or accessed without authorization, it remains unreadable and unusable to unauthorized parties.
• Regular Security Audits: We conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in our systems and infrastructure. This includes penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and code reviews to ensure the ongoing security of our services.
• Employee Training and Awareness: We provide regular training and awareness programs to our employees to educate them about data security best practices and the importance of safeguarding user information. This helps ensure that all employees understand their roles and responsibilities in protecting user data.
• Incident Response and Management: In the event of a data breach or security incident, we have established protocols and procedures for incident response and management. This includes promptly notifying affected users, investigating the incident, and taking appropriate remedial actions to mitigate the impact and prevent future incidents.
• Data Retention and Disposal: We only retain user data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, we securely dispose of it using industry-standard methods to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.
• Compliance with Legal and Regulatory Requirements: We comply with applicable data protection laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant privacy laws. We regularly review and update our privacy practices to ensure compliance with evolving legal requirements.
• Third-Party Security: When engaging third-party service providers, we ensure that they maintain appropriate security measures to protect user data. We conduct due diligence and contractual agreements to hold third parties accountable for maintaining the confidentiality and security of user information.
• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuously improving our data security practices and implementing industry best practices to enhance the security and protection of user data.

5. Your Rights and Choices

At Biginius Consultancy Pvt. Ltd., we are committed to protecting the privacy and rights of users who utilize our college admission services. This Privacy Policy outlines your rights and choices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

• Right to Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. Upon request, we will provide you with access to your personal data and information about how it is being used.
• Right to Rectification: If you believe that any of the personal information we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that we correct or update it. We will promptly rectify any inaccuracies in your personal data.
• Right to Erasure: You have the right to request the erasure of your personal information under certain circumstances, such as when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or if you withdraw your consent for its processing.
• Right to Restriction of Processing: You have the right to request the restriction of processing of your personal data in certain situations, such as when you contest the accuracy of the data or when the processing is unlawful.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to transmit that data to another controller, where technically feasible.
• Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in certain situations, such as when the processing is based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If we rely on your consent as the legal basis for processing your personal information, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. However, please note that withdrawing consent may affect the availability or functionality of our services.
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: If you believe that we have violated your data protection rights or have not complied with applicable privacy laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority or data protection regulator.
• Choices Regarding Marketing Communications: You have the option to opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the instructions provided in the communication or by contacting us directly.
• Preferences Settings: We provide you with options and preferences settings to control how your personal information is used and shared. You can update your preferences at any time by accessing your account settings or contacting us.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.

Changes to This Privacy Policy: We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any material changes to this Privacy Policy by posting the updated policy on our website