At the Institute of Indian Studies (IIS), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you enroll in our courses or visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

1.1. Personal Information – Name, email, phone number, address, and other details provided during course registration.
1.2. Payment Information – When you pay for courses, we collect billing details (processed securely via third-party payment gateways).
1.3. Academic Records – Attendance, course progress, assignments, and certifications earned.
1.4. Technical Data – IP address, browser type, device details, and website usage analytics.

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1. To process course enrollments and provide educational services.
2.2. To communicate course updates, schedules, and institute announcements.
2.3. To enhance user experience, track academic progress, and offer personalized learning recommendations.
2.4. To improve our website, security, and technical performance.
2.5. To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud or misuse.

3. Data Sharing & Security

3.1. We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
3.2. Data may be shared with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, certification agencies) under strict confidentiality agreements.
3.3. We use encryption, firewalls, and security protocols to protect stored and transmitted data.
3.4. While we take all precautions, no system is 100% secure; users are responsible for protecting their login credentials.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

4.1. Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and track visitor interactions.
4.2. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
4.3. Third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics) may be used to analyze website traffic and improve our services.

5. User Rights & Choices

5.1. You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal data by contacting us.
5.2. You may opt out of promotional emails by unsubscribing from our mailing list.
5.3. If you believe your data has been misused, you can request a review or file a complaint.

6. Data Retention

6.1. We retain student records for academic and legal purposes.
6.2. Inactive user data may be deleted after a reasonable period unless required by law.

7. Policy Updates

7.1. IIS may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website, and continued use of our services implies acceptance.

8. Contact Us

For privacy concerns or data requests, please reach out to:

📧 Email: contacting.iis@gmail.com
📞 Phone: 9990-450-550
🌐 Website: www.iis.gen.in