Introduction

This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) governs the manner in which the Platform collects, uses, maintains and discloses information of its users. The Policy also describes the practices that We apply to such user information, user’s privacy rights and choices regarding their information. To clarify, this Policy applies to all users of the Platform (referred to as “Learners”, “You”, “Your”).

By accessing and using the Platform, providing Your Personal Information, or by otherwise signalling Your agreement when the option is presented to You, You consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of information described in this Policy and Terms of Use and we disclaim all the liabilities arising therefrom. If You do not agree with any provisions of this Policy and/or the Terms of Use, You should not access or use the Platform or engage in communications with us and are required to leave the Platform immediately. If any information You have provided or uploaded on the Platform violates the terms of this Policy or Terms of Use, we may be required to delete such information upon informing You of the same and revoke Your access if required without incurring any liability to You. Capitalized terms used but not defined in this Privacy Policy can be found in our Terms of Use. Please read this Policy carefully prior to accessing our Platform and using any of the services or products offered therein. If you have any questions, please contact us at the contact information provided below.

Personal Information

“Personal Information” shall mean the information which identifies a Learner i.e., first and last name, identification number, email address, age, gender, location, photograph and/or phone number provided at the time of registration or any time thereafter on the Platform.

“Sensitive Personal Information” shall include:

• Passwords and financial data (except the last four digits of credit/debit card)
• Health data
• Official identifiers (biometric, Aadhaar, SSN, etc.)
• Information about sexual life, sexual identity, race, religion, etc.
• Account details and passwords
• Other data categorized as sensitive under IT Rules, GDPR, or CCPA

Usage of the term ‘Personal Information’ includes ‘Sensitive Personal Information’ as per context.

Information We Collect

We may collect both personal and non-personal identifiable information including:

• When You visit, register, or use our Platform
• When You use features or services offered

Note: We do not ask for Personal Information unless necessary, do not share without lawful need, and do not store unless operationally required.

Personal Identifiable Information

Includes name, email, etc., submitted voluntarily by You. Refusing may limit access to services.

Non-Personal Identifiable Information

Includes browser type, language, referring site, OS, timestamp, and ISP-related data.

Cookies

We use cookies to improve UX. You may disable cookies in your browser; however, some Platform features may not function correctly.

HOW WE USE and SHARE THE INFORMATION COLLECTED

We may collect and use Your Personal Information for the following purposes:

To provide access to our Platform and/or the services/products offered therein: We use the information collected to allow You to access the Platform and services, provide customer service, process transactions, verify information, and resolve issues. This is based on Your consent or our legitimate interests.

To improve our Platform and maintain safety: Your data helps us enhance platform performance, detect and prevent fraud, and ensure user safety. This is based on Your consent or our legitimate interests.

To communicate with You or market our services/products: We use your email to send updates, promotions, and respond to your inquiries. You can opt-out anytime. This is based on Your consent or our legitimate interests.

We do not use Personal Information to make automated decisions or profiles beyond what's described in this Policy.

We do not sell, trade, or exploit your Personal Information. Aggregated demographic data may be shared with trusted affiliates and partners.

YOUR CHOICES

Limit the information You provide: You may choose not to provide certain information, but this may limit access to Platform features.

Limit communications: You can manage the types of communications you receive from us. Some transactional or legal notices cannot be opted out of.

Reject Cookies: You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect certain Platform features.

YOUR RIGHTS

All Learners have the following rights:

Right to Confirmation and Access: You can request confirmation of and access to your Personal Information.

Right to Correction: You may correct any inaccurate or incomplete Personal Information.

Right to be Forgotten: You can request restriction of your information’s disclosure under certain circumstances.

Right to Erasure: You may ask us to delete your Personal Information, which may also delete your Platform account permanently.

We may need to verify your identity before processing such requests.

PROTECTION OF YOUR INFORMATION

We use appropriate security measures to protect your Personal Information from unauthorized access or disclosure. We may share data only with:

• Authorized employees, contractors, and affiliates.
• Legal authorities under applicable laws or court orders.

We will attempt to notify you, as permitted by law, before such disclosures.

THIRD PARTY WEBSITES

We are not responsible for practices or content on external websites linked to or from our Platform. Use of such sites is governed by their terms and privacy policies.

CROSS-BORDER DATA TRANSFER

Your information may be stored on servers in India or other countries. By using our Platform, you consent to such international data transfers.

DURATION FOR WHICH YOUR INFORMATION IS STORED

Your data is stored as long as needed for stated purposes or legal compliance. We anonymize your Personal Information upon request unless prohibited by law or business needs.

MODIFICATION TO PRIVACY POLICY

This Policy may change periodically. We will update the 'last revised' date when that happens. Continued use of the Platform means acceptance of those changes.

GRIEVANCES

For questions, rights requests, or complaints, please email us at info@advantaxglobal.com.