Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Edubazzar ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Edubazzar platform to help users discover institutes, courses, and apply for programs. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it. By using our website and services, you agree to this policy.

2. Information We Collect

• Application data: When you submit an application (e.g. for a course or institute), we collect your full name, mobile number, email address, state, city, and preferences such as intake, course, fee range, degree type, study mode, and optional institute. This is used to process and share your application with relevant institutes and for our internal operations.
• Account data: If you create an admin or staff account, we store your name, username, and a securely hashed password. We use this to authenticate you and manage access to the dashboard.
• Technical data: Our servers may log standard data such as IP address, browser type, and access times for security and operational purposes. We do not use third-party analytics or advertising trackers.

3. Cookies

We use a minimal set of cookies necessary for the service to function:

• Essential (session) cookie: When you log in, we use a session cookie to keep you signed in. This is required for admin and staff access. No consent is required for such strictly necessary cookies.
• Preference cookie: In the admin dashboard, we may store a small preference (e.g. sidebar open/closed state) to improve your experience. This does not identify you personally.

We do not use advertising cookies, third-party tracking cookies, or analytics cookies. You do not need to accept or manage cookie preferences for non-essential cookies on this site, as we do not use them. For more details, see our full Privacy Policy above and below.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to: process and forward your course/institute applications; manage your account and access; maintain security and prevent abuse; improve our platform and support; and comply with applicable law. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Storage and Security

Your data is stored in secure databases (e.g. MongoDB) and transmitted over HTTPS. We apply reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data. Passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text.

6. Data Retention

We retain application data for as long as needed to process applications and for legitimate business and legal purposes. Account data is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after deletion. You may contact us to request deletion or correction of your data, subject to legal obligations.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. To exercise these rights or ask questions about this policy, please contact us using the details in the "Contact" section below.

8. Third Parties

We may share application-related information with institutes or partners you apply to, as necessary to fulfil the application. We do not share your data with advertisers or data brokers. Our hosting and infrastructure providers may process data on our behalf under strict agreements.

9. Children

Our service is not directed at children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.

10. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page and update the "Last updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at the email or address provided in the footer of our website (e.g. baka@example.com / 123 Innovation Street, Tech City, TC 12345). Please replace these with your actual contact details before going live.