Privacy Policy for CollegesDekho
At CollegesDekho.com, we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website and use our services. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
When you visit or use CollegesDekho.com, we may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Mobile Number
- Location/City
- Educational Preferences (Courses, Colleges, etc.)
- Any additional information you provide voluntarily (e.g., through forms, chat support)
b) Non-Personal Information
- IP Address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Cookies and usage data (to improve user experience)
c) User Communications and Consent
- User Communications and Consent: When you voluntarily send us electronic mail / fill up the form, we will keep a record of this information so that we can respond to you. We only collect information from you when you register on our site or fill out a form. Also, when filling out a form on our site, you may be asked to enter your: name, e-mail address or phone number. You may, however, visit our site anonymously. In case you have submitted your personal information and contact details, we our partners reserve the rights to Call, SMS, Email or WhatsApp about our products and offers, even
if
your number has DND activated on it.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide educational counseling and guidance.
- To share your information with partnered colleges/universities to help you with admissions.
- To send promotional content related to educational services (via SMS, Email, WhatsApp).
- To respond to your queries or requests.
- To improve our website, services, and user experience.
- For internal record-keeping and legal compliance.
3. Sharing of Information
We may share your personal information:
- With partnered colleges/universities for admission and counseling purposes.
- With third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website (under confidentiality
agreements).
- When required by law or legal processes.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic,
and
personalize content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information
against
unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the
Internet is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Choices & Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us.
- Opt-out of receiving promotional communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in emails
or
contacting us directly.
- Request information about how your data is being used.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or
content of these third-party sites.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your
continued
use of the website after updates signifies your acceptance of the revised policy.
9. Contact Us
For any concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
By using CollegesDekho.com, you acknowledge and agree to
this
Privacy Policy.
Disclaimer for CollegesDekho
Please read this disclaimer carefully before using our services. By accessing our platform and using
our
services, you acknowledge and agree to the terms set forth in this disclaimer.
1. Nature of Our Services
CollegesDekho, is an education intermediary company that provides information and guidance services
to
students and educational seekers. We collect, compile, and present information from various publicly
available sources to help users make informed decisions about educational opportunities.
2. Information Sources and Accuracy
Source of Information:
- Official websites of educational institutions
- Government education portals
- Public databases and directories
- Published brochures and prospectuses
- News articles and press releases
- Social media and public forums
Information Accuracy Disclaimer:
- Information is provided for general informational purposes only
- We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information
- Educational institutions may change their policies, fees, courses, or requirements without
notice to
us
- Users must verify all information directly with the respective educational institutions
- We are not responsible for any outdated, incorrect, or incomplete information
3. Limitation of Liability
We shall not be liable for any decisions made based on information provided through our platform.
Users
acknowledge that they use this information at their own risk and must independently verify all
details.
We do not guarantee:
- Admission to any educational program
- Specific educational or career outcomes
- Availability of courses or programs
- Fees or cost accuracy
- Scholarship or financial aid availability
4. User Responsibilities
- Independently verifying all information with original sources
- Conducting their own research and due diligence
- Contacting educational institutions directly for official information
- Making informed decisions based on verified information
- Complying with admission requirements and procedures
- Understanding that our service is advisory in nature only
5. Third-Party Information
Information is collected from public domain sources under fair use principles for informational
purposes.
If any educational institution or content owner believes their information has been used
inappropriately, please contact us for immediate review and resolution.
Our platform may also contain links to external websites of educational institutions or other
relevant
sources. We do not control these external sites and are not responsible for their:
- Content accuracy or availability
- Privacy policies or data practices
- Terms of service or policies
- Technical functionality or security
6. Intellectual Property
Our compilation, presentation, and organization of information, along with our website design and
proprietary tools, are protected by intellectual property laws. We respect the intellectual property
rights of educational institutions and other content creators. Information is used under fair use
principles for educational and informational purposes only.
7. Intermediary Role
We function solely as an information intermediary and facilitator. Our services include:
- Information aggregation and presentation
- General guidance and counseling
- Connecting users with relevant opportunities
- Providing comparative analysis data
8. Changes and Updates
We reserve the right to update information, modify services, change this disclaimer, or add/remove
educational institutions without prior notice. Users are encouraged to review this disclaimer
periodically for any changes.
9. Acknowledgment
By using our services, you acknowledge that:
- You have read and understood this disclaimer
- You agree to use our services at your own risk
- You will independently verify all information
- You understand our role as an information intermediary only
- You will not hold us liable for any decisions made based on our information