Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name, school name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you register or apply for membership.
• Professional details such as your role, institution type, and credentials.
• Payment information processed securely through our payment providers (we do not store credit card details).

Automatically Collected Information

• Browser type, device type, and operating system.
• IP address and approximate geographic location.
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy section below).

2. How We Use Your Information

• Process membership applications and manage your account.
• Provide access to services, training programs, and resources.
• Communicate updates, newsletters, event invitations, and important notices.
• Improve our website, services, and user experience through analytics.
• Verify credentials and ensure compliance with membership requirements.
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms and Conditions.

3. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties that help us operate our website, process payments, or deliver services (e.g., hosting, analytics, email platforms).
• Partner Organizations: With your consent, we may share limited information with partner universities, training providers, or government bodies for program enrollment.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights and safety of AIPSA and its members.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Data Security

• We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, firewalls, and secure server infrastructure.
• Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
• Regular security audits and updates are conducted to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
• While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Cookies and Tracking

• We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, remember preferences, and analyze site usage.
• You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
• Third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) may set cookies to help us understand visitor behavior.
• Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Objection: Object to processing of your data for certain purposes, including direct marketing.
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@allindiaprivateschools.org.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your membership is active or as needed to provide services. After account closure or termination, we may retain certain data for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes for a period of up to 3 years.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for educational institutions and professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or a prominent notice on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us: