Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Sushant Academy of Science ("we," "our," or "the Academy") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you enroll in our courses or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Full name, date of birth, and gender
• Contact information (address, phone number, email address)
• Educational background and academic records
• Parent/guardian information (for students under 18)
• Payment and billing information
• Photographs for identification purposes

2.2 Academic Information

We collect information related to your academic performance, including:

• Test scores and assessment results
• Attendance records
• Class participation and performance evaluations
• Progress reports and feedback

2.3 Technical Information

When you use our website or online platforms, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Usage data and browsing patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Educational Services: To provide courses, track progress, and evaluate performance
• Communication: To send important updates, schedules, and notifications
• Administrative: To process enrollments, manage payments, and maintain records
• Improvement: To enhance our teaching methods and course content
• Parent Updates: To keep parents/guardians informed about student progress
• Marketing: To send information about new courses and programs (with consent)
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Payment processing
• Online learning platforms
• Communication services (email, SMS)
• Data storage and security

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal obligations or court orders
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities
• Respond to government requests

4.3 Parent/Guardian Access

For students under 18, we may share academic and attendance information with parents or legal guardians.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure servers and encrypted data transmission
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Staff training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and maintain your account
• Comply with legal obligations (typically 7 years for financial records)
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Maintain academic records for alumni services

After the retention period, we will securely delete or anonymize your information.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve user experience
• Provide personalized content

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

9. Children's Privacy

Many of our students are under 18 years of age. We take special care to protect children's privacy and:

• Obtain parental consent before collecting information from minors
• Limit data collection to what is necessary for educational purposes
• Provide parents with access to their child's information
• Allow parents to request deletion of their child's information

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. 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 significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Displaying a notice on our premises

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Sushant Academy of Science
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Phone: +91 6201723717
Email: info@sushantacademy.in