At B.P Poddar Institute of Management & Technology, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you interact with our website, services, and community.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, address, contact details (phone number, email), date of birth, student ID, academic records, and financial information.
- Non-Personal Information: Browser type, IP address, operating system, and other technical data when you visit our website.
- Sensitive Data: In certain cases, we may collect information such as health records or disability status to provide appropriate support services.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your personal information is used to:
- Administer your relationship with the institute, including admissions, enrollment, billing, and course participation.
- Provide academic support, counseling, and other student services.
- Communicate important updates such as academic notifications, policy changes, or upcoming events.
- Enhance and improve the functionality of our website and services.
- Fulfill legal obligations and ensure the safety of our campus community.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:
- Data encryption and secure servers.
- Regular monitoring and updating of our IT infrastructure.
- Restricted access to sensitive information.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not share your personal information with third parties unless:
- It is required by law (e.g., government agencies or law enforcement).
- It is necessary for service providers or partners that assist in institute operations (e.g., payment processors or IT support).
- You provide explicit consent.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, track usage patterns, and provide personalized content. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of our website may not function properly as a result.
6. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to the data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, where legally applicable.
- Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and maintain historical records.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.
9. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact:
B.P Poddar Institute of Management & Technology
137, V.I.P Road, Poddar Vihar,
Kolkata – 700052,
West Bengal, India.
[email protected]
91 033 4061 9174