Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2024

At Pratiksha Consultancy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Personal details: Name, date of birth, gender
  • Contact information: Phone number, email address, physical address
  • Educational information: Academic records, test scores, qualifications
  • Career interests and goals
  • Documents: Certificates, ID proofs, photographs
  • Communication records: Emails, messages, phone conversations

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide career counseling and educational guidance services
  • Process admission applications and documentation
  • Connect you with suitable colleges and universities
  • Assist with scholarship and loan applications
  • Communicate updates about courses, admissions, and opportunities
  • Improve our services based on feedback and requirements
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

  • Educational Institutions: To process your admission applications
  • Financial Institutions: For scholarship and loan applications
  • Service Providers: Who assist us in delivering our services
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information we hold
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities
  • Opt-out of marketing communications

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Typically, we keep student records for 7 years after the completion of services.

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Children's Privacy

We provide services to students of all ages. For students under 18, we require parental/guardian consent before collecting personal information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

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

Pratiksha Consultancy

123 Education Street, Bihar, India

Phone: +91 123 456 7890

Email: info@pratikshaconsultancy.com