PRIVACY POLICY

Introduction

Welcome to the Privacy Notice of My One Apply, as featured on our website – www.myoneapply.com.

My One Apply, the trading name of Stalwart Bridge (OPC) Private Limited and its subsidiaries, values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy notice is structured to help you easily access specific policies relevant to your needs

This website is not designed for children, and we do not intentionally collect data concerning children on this platform. However, in cases where Inatuni handles the personal data of children within its business operations, we ensure proper safeguards and obtain necessary consent from parents or caregivers as appropriate. (We also adhere to relevant guidance from the Information Commissioner’s Office regarding the processing of children’s data). For additional information on this matter, please contact us at info@myoneapply.com

Please take the time to read this privacy notice, along with any other privacy or fair processing notices we may provide on specific occasions when collecting or processing your personal data. This will help you understand how and why we use your information.

Important Information and Who We Are
Data Controller

Stalwart Bridge (OPC) Private Limited is a company incorporated in India, registered under CIN: U80902UR2019OPC009388. Our main office and registered address are located at H.No-63 Mansingh Wala North , Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India – 248001

Stalwart Bridge (OPC) Private Limited is also registered with the Central Information Commission (CIC), though the registration number is currently pending

We have designated a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to handle any inquiries related to this privacy notice. If you have questions or wish to exercise your legal rights, please contact the DPO using the contact details provided below.

Contact Details
Our full details are

Full name of data controller legal entity: Stalwart Bridge (OPC) Private Limited (India)

FAO Data Protection Officer

Email address: info@myoneapply.com

Postal address and Registered Office: H.No-63 Mansingh Wala North , Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India – 248001

Telephone number: + 44 7765741000

If you have concerns about data protection, you can complain to the Central Information Commission (CIC) India, the supervisory authority for data protection issues. For other countries, you can contact the respective supervisory authority.

We encourage you to reach out to us directly with any privacy-related concerns before contacting the CIC or other relevant supervisory authorities. This way, we can assist you promptly and resolve any issues as quickly as possible

Changes To this Privacy Notice/s and Your Duty to Inform Us of Changes

This is the first publication of our privacy policy, with no prior versions available. We may update this notice from time to time, and any changes will be posted on this page. Please check back regularly for the latest information. Ensuring your personal data is accurate and current is important to us. If your information changes during your relationship with us, please notify us promptly.

Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites or applications. Please be aware that by clicking these links, your data may be collected by those third parties. We do not control their privacy practices, so we recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any sites you visit

Cookies

ou can configure your browser settings to block or receive alerts about cookies. However, please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of our website. For more information about the cookies we use, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

Glossary
Lawful Basis

Legitimate Interest means our business purpose in managing operations to provide the best products and services, while ensuring a secure user experience.

Before processing your personal data based on our legitimate interests, we carefully assess and balance its potential impact on you, considering both the benefits and any risks, as well as your rights. We will not use your data in ways where your interests override ours unless we have your consent or a legal obligation.

For more information on how we assess legitimate interests for specific activities and their impact on you, please contact our Data Protection Officer at info@myoneapply.com

Contractual Necessity involves processing your personal data when it is essential to fulfill a contract you are part of or to take steps you request before entering into such a contract.

Legal or Regulatory Compliance means processing your personal data when necessary to meet a legal or regulatory requirement applicable to us.

To view the relevant privacy policy, please click the expand button below.

If you are visiting our website – Classes of information (personal) we collect.

We collect, use, and retain various classes of information (personal) about you, classified as follows:

Class Definition
Information that is accessible to the public Information about you that is publicly available, such as data found on Companies House or other online sources.
Marketing activities information Information regarding your preferences and choices about receiving marketing communications from us.
Information about the consent(s) Details of any permissions, consents, or preferences you have provided to us regarding data processing.
Usage of Information Data about your usage of our website, services, and products, including browsing patterns and interactions with content.

How do we use your information collected?

Cookies

Our website,www.myoneapply.com, uses cookies, and to learn more about how we use cookies, please refer to our cookies statement on the website.

In general

The following table provides an overview of how we use your information (personal) and the reasons behind it. If we rely on legitimate interests, we’ll clarify those interests.

Purpose Our Reasons Legal Basis
To provide the information you request. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To address any inquiries you may have. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To enable you to sign up for updates or receive notifications about blog posts on our website. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To supply you with the information you inquire about from us. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To enable you to sign up for events hosted by us. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To organise and host events such as seminars, webinars, open days, or corporate hospitality to promote our business and services. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To enable you to join and register as a member of our alumni network. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To manage and enhance our alumni network and its related activities. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To manage, safeguard, and maintain our business and website, including troubleshooting, data analysis, testing, system maintenance, support, reporting, and data hosting. Legitimate interests Legitimate interest
To deliver effective client support and services. Legitimate interests Legitimate interest
To maintain smooth and error-free functioning of our technology. Legitimate interests Legitimate interest
To evaluate which of our services might interest you and inform you about them. Legitimate interests Legitimate interest
To create and enhance current products and services, and develop new ones. Legitimate interests Legitimate interest
To maintain our relationship with you, including informing you about updates to privacy notice and website terms. Legitimate interests / Contractual obligations Legitimate interest / Contractual performance
To maintain records and manage our operations. Legitimate interests / Contractual obligations Legitimate interest / Contractual performance
To oversee and maintain our marketing database systems and manage marketing preferences. Legitimate interests Legitimate interest
To enhance systems and services through data analytics. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To request feedback and seek consent for communication when necessary. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To enhance our marketing approach and quality of services offered. Consent / Legitimate interests Consent / Legitimate interest
To share information with third parties to improve our services, website, and marketing efforts. Legitimate interests Legitimate interest

We collect your information (personal) from Different Sources.

We may obtain personal information about you from the following sources:

From you Directly

We collect information through cookies (refer to our cookie statement on our website) and utilise analytics providers like Google Analytics.

With whom we share your information.

We may disclose your personal information to the following external parties:

We may share your information with our marketing agents and related support service providers and event organisers if we are hosting an external event you attend.

The police and or law enforcement agencies and regulatory authorities like the Information Commissioner’s Office in case of data breaches.

We may share your information with other companies affiliated with Inatuni Limited.

With potential buyers or third parties in the event of business transfers or restructuring.

The duration for which we retain your personal information.

Regarding the use of your personal information for marketing purposes, we will keep it for as long as we have your consent to do so (if we use your personal information with your consent for marketing messages), or for as long as we have a legitimate business or commercial reason to do so, unless you request us to stop.

Where you withdraw your consent to receiving marketing materials or otherwise ask us to stop marketing, we will add your details to a suppression list which; ensures that we remember not to contact you again.

For more details on how to withdraw your consent or request us to stop other marketing activities, please refer to the sections “Withdrawing Consent” and “Objecting to the Use of Your Information.”

If you prefer to withdraw your consent for receiving marketing materials or ask us to stop our marketing activities concerning you (as an individual). We may continue to communicate with you for other purposes as required in our ongoing relationship with you.

Transfers of information internationally.

Being an international organisation, we retain personal information about our suppliers and their activities within the United Kingdom. Some of our agents and service providers may process your personal information outside the United Kingdom on our behalf.

In cases where your information (personal) is processed outside the United Kingdom, we will ensure that it receives the same level of protection as if it were processed within the United Kingdom. We achieve this by implementing contracts with our agents and service providers, incorporating appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent measures.

For additional information or if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our Data Protection Officer at: info@myoneapply.com.

Privacy Notice for Applicants and Students

Purpose of this Notice

Inatuni Limited (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard any personal information you provide to us, or that we receive from third parties. We may update or modify this notice from time to time, and any changes will be communicated to you.

As a data controller, we are responsible for deciding how your personal information is processed and used.

What is Personal Information?

Personal information refers to any data relating to a living individual who can be identified from that data. This includes special categories of information such as race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, physical or mental health, which are subject to additional protections. Information about criminal convictions or offenses is also handled with strict controls.

What is Processing?

Processing means any action we take with your personal information — including collecting, storing, sharing, or deleting it.

The Personal Information We Collect

We collect and hold various personal information about you, some provided directly by you and some obtained from third parties or partners where applicable. This information may include your contact details, educational history, immigration information, health details, and equality monitoring data. Additionally, if you use our services, we may process data related to your academic progress, attendance, course completion, and any policy violations. We also retain contact and educational information even after you complete your course or end your relationship with us.

Why We Process Your Personal Information and the Legal Basis

When you apply for a course or program, we use your personal information to assess your eligibility. Once registered with Inatuni Limited (www.myoneapply.com), we process your data to deliver educational and related services. If your application is unsuccessful or you decline an offer, we retain your information according to our retention policy for statistical, audit, or complaint and appeal purposes. All processing complies with applicable data protection laws. The table below details specific purposes and legal bases, including contractual necessity for application and course monitoring. Without this data, we may be unable to offer you a place or support your enrollment. Additionally, certain information is required for immigration compliance, and failure to provide it may affect visa procedures, for which we are not responsible.

No. Purpose Legal Basis / Justification
1 Evaluating qualifications for enrollment in educational or vocational courses/programs offered by us or partners. Mandatory processing for preliminary actions before entering into a contractual agreement with us or partners.
2 Assisting candidates during the application process and providing additional service information. Necessary for contract negotiations and our legitimate interest in supporting prospective students.
3 Delivering educational courses/programs and related services, including IT and library access. Essential for fulfilling contracts related to your academic program (“contractual necessity”).
4 Recognizing students and supporting their academic success through various provisions. Required by contract and our legitimate interest in helping students achieve learning goals.
5 Assessing academic progress and attendance, and providing support when needed. Required by contract.
6 Managing finances, including scholarships or loans. Required by contract.
7 Handling procedures for exceptional circumstances. Required by contract.
8 Managing complaints, appeals, study breaks, withdrawals, and fitness to study assessments. Required by contract.
9 Managing immigration-related matters. Legal obligation to fulfill responsibilities for visa-holding students; may also serve the public interest.
10 Providing reasonable accommodations for disabilities and health-related support, including sensitive data. Requires clear and explicit consent.
11 Supporting employability enhancement for students and alumni. Required by contract and our legitimate interest in aiding career development.
12 Managing the Inatuni community, including addressing misconduct and disciplinary actions. Required by contract and our legitimate interest in maintaining academic standards and community harmony.
13 Collecting fees for services rendered. Contractual obligation and our legitimate interest in securing payment.
14 Protecting our property and resources, including addressing inappropriate behavior. Legitimate interest in safeguarding assets and resources.
15 Providing IT infrastructure and services such as digital learning platforms. Contractual necessity and legitimate interest in supporting academic delivery and student services.
16 Communicating with students, including marketing and well-being support. Contractual necessity and legitimate interest in promoting Inatuni and supporting students.
17 Enrolling graduates to build and maintain an alumni community. Legitimate interest in alumni engagement and marketing.
18 Collecting data to improve educational offerings, website, and marketing efforts. Legitimate commercial interests related to business management and growth.

In addition to the purposes outlined above, we may process your personal data in other situations, such as when you visit our website using cookies or when we take photographs at events for publication. These activities are conducted in accordance with our policies, and we will inform you about such processing either at the time of data collection or as soon as reasonably possible afterward.

If the processing of your personal information is required to fulfill a contract and you do not provide the necessary data, Inatuni Limited may be unable to proceed with your application or offer you the course or program you applied for. Similarly, failure to provide immigration-related information may prevent the issuance of a visa for students who require one.

Personal information obtained from third parties or other sources

No. Information Source
1 Contact information and achievements Agents and Associates
2 Immigration status (if applicable) Relevant authorities
3 Transcripts: details about courses/programs completed or currently in progress; academic achievements Other educational institutions or secondary schools
4 Health, mental well-being, accessibility, and similar sensitive information Other institutions, medical professionals, or relatives (only with explicit consent or in emergencies)
5 Financial status Loaning agencies, banks, or societies
6 Information related to grievances involving Inatuni Limited Office of the Independent Adjudicator and/or Competition and Markets Authority
7 Details to evaluate qualifications for courses/programs, e.g., from employers or sponsors Employers or sponsors
8 Apprenticeship details and progress (if applicable) Your employing organization (if you are an apprentice)
9 Performance information during placements (if applicable) Placement providers
10 Performance, attendance, and disciplinary information at partnering organisations/institutions Partnering organisations or institutions

Recipients who receive information (personal).

From time to time, it may be necessary for us to share your information with third parties. The table below outlines the types of data we may disclose and the respective recipients.

No. Recipients Information (personal) that might be shared
1 Entities within our corporate alliance Contact information and course details related to students and alumni interested in entrepreneurship and employment activities
2 Placement providers Resume/CV, accessibility needs, assistance requirements, and related personal details
3 Providers of extracurricular or non-curricular activities Specific accessibility and support needs, along with related personal information
4 Employers if you are an apprentice Personal information regarding your educational progress in the apprenticeship
5 Employers or sponsors of sponsored students Personal information about course attendance and academic performance
6 Independent assessors Identification details and examination documents, including apprenticeship-related records
7 Malpractice and plagiarism detection software Identification information and evaluation documents to detect plagiarism
8 Education and Skills Funding Agency (for apprentices) Personal information including enrolled courses/programs, employer details, and academic progress
9 Immigration authorities Passport details, contact information, program attendance, placements, work experience, fees, and housing details
10 Third-party service providers (software suppliers, marketing providers, etc.) Application information, attendance records, or contact details not retained by the third party
11 Government entities (e.g., electoral offices, councils) Contact details and course information when legally justified
12 Loan providers Contact information, course details, and academic progress
13 Insurance providers, auditors, Health and Safety Executive Personal and incident-related information concerning accidents or other health and safety matters
14 Regulatory bodies overseeing professional courses/programs Contact information, attendance records, academic progress, and disciplinary or suitability matters
15 Government agencies (e.g., police, tax, immigration offices) Contact and other necessary information with legal justification
16 Agencies monitoring risks related to terrorism or antisocial activities Contact and relevant information required to comply with legal obligations
17 Prospective employers or third parties requesting references or document verification Attendance, progress, achievements, disciplinary records, academic misconduct, and breaches of institutional regulations
18 Immediate family, next of kin, and emergency services in urgent situations Personal information, including sensitive data if necessary
19 Educational and commercial partners globally (placements, study abroad, dual awards, collaborations) Contact details, attendance, progress, performance, and academic misconduct or regulation breaches
20 Government departments or authorised educational agencies (e.g., HESA, Office for Students UK) Personal information, academic progress, performance details, and data from destination surveys
21 Third-party debt collection agencies (after Inatuni’s recovery efforts) Contact information and debt-related details

This information will only be shared upon request and where there is a valid legal basis for doing so.

International Transfer of Personal Information

Whenever possible, we aim to keep your personal information within India. If it becomes necessary to transfer your personal data outside India, such transfer will be governed by appropriate safeguards as prescribed under applicable Indian data protection laws, including execution of legally binding data transfer agreements. Such safeguards ensure the protection of your data, in compliance with the requirements laid down under the Information Technology Rules, 2011, and any other relevant regulations issued by Indian authorities.

Retention of data

The duration for which we retain your information (maybe personal) is in the Records Retention System. For further details, please reach out to info@myoneapply.com

Your Rights Regarding the Processing of Your Personal Information

As an individual whose personal information we process, you have the following rights:

  • You may request access to your personal data at any time by contacting us at info@myoneapply.com.

  • You have the right to correct any inaccuracies or request completion of incomplete information relevant to our processing activities by reaching out to info@myoneapply.com.

  • You can ask for the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions, such as when the data is no longer necessary, you withdraw consent, or there is no legal basis for processing. However, deletion may not apply if we are legally required to retain the data or if it serves a public interest. Requests can be sent to info@myoneapply.com.

  • You have the right to object to the processing of your data for marketing purposes, and you may also object to processing based on public or legitimate interests unless there are overriding legitimate reasons to continue.

  • You may request to restrict or limit how we process your personal data in specific situations and for a limited period.

  • If your data is processed automatically based on your consent or contractual necessity, you can request a copy of your information in a commonly used electronic format.

  • You have the right to not be subject to decisions that have legal or similar significant effects based solely on automated processing, except in limited circumstances.

  • If processing is based on your consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time. We will respond to your requests within one month.

Exercising Your Rights, Questions, and Complaints

For more information about your rights, to exercise any of them, to ask questions, or to file a complaint, please contact our Data Protection Officer at info@myoneapply.com.

Using Your Rights, Raising Questions, and Making Complaints

For more information about your rights, to exercise any of them, for any questions, or to submit a complaint, please contact our Data Protection Officer at info@myoneapply.com.

If you have concerns about how we manage your personal data, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Central Information Commission, the India’s supervisory authority for data protection. Visit their website at ww.cic.gov.in

Types of Personal Information We Gather:

We collect, utilize, and retain various categories of your personal information, which we have categorized as follows:

Categories of Personal Information

Category Description
Identity Data Identification details, such as your name, marital status, title, birthdate, and gender.
Contact Data Your residence and contact information.
Financial Data Information about your financial situation, status, and history, including bank details and credit rating.
Transactional Data Information regarding payments made to and received from you, as well as other details concerning services you acquire from us and those we obtain from you.
Communications Data Information we acquire about you from correspondence, emails, and discussions between us.
Publicly Available Data Information about you that is publicly accessible, such as on Companies House or other internet sources.
Consents Data Any permissions, consents, or preferences you grant us.
Usage Data Data about your usage of our website, products, and services.
Special Category Data Certain categories of personal data are considered special. We will only gather and employ these types of data when necessary and in compliance with the law, including:
  – Information concerning your racial or ethnic background.
  – Information related to your political opinions, religious beliefs, or philosophical beliefs.
  – Information about your membership in a trade union.
  – Genetic or biometric data employed for identification purposes.
  – Health information.
  – Information regarding your sex life and sexual orientation.
  – Information about criminal convictions.

How We Use Your Information

The following table illustrates how we utilise your personal information and the justifications behind it. When these justifications involve legitimate interests, we clarify the nature of these legitimate interests.

Range of Purposes Our Reasons
Legitimate Interests To receive the products or services you offer to us.
  To offer you services and meet our contractual commitments.
  To provide you with additional products or services that you may procure from us.
  To offer advice or guidance regarding our products or services.
Meeting Contract Terms Adhering to legal requirements.
Pursuing Legitimate Interests To assert our contractual rights and provide you with the agreed-upon services.
  To execute our contractual rights and supply you with our products and services.
  To maintain accurate records, including your client file.
  To operate our business effectively and responsibly, including financial administration, planning, communications, corporate governance, and audit procedures.
  To enhance our products and services while also creating new ones.
  Managing credit control and debt recovery.
  Billing for the services provided and handling fund transfers.
  Financial reporting and managing complaints and claims.
  Ensuring efficiency in managing relationships and fulfilling responsibilities.
  Enhancing efficiency and delivering new or improved products and services.
  For procurement needs, including supplier due diligence, background checks, and tender evaluations.
  To conduct credit checks.
  To conduct supplier due diligence.
  To ensure contracts offer the best value.
  To evaluate the financial stability and reliability of individuals or entities with whom we engage.
  Marketing and business development activities, including acquiring new business, marketing, and events.
  To develop and enhance our relationship with you and other individuals or entities.
  To attract new business opportunities and promote our business.
  To organize events, including seminars and corporate hospitality, promoting our services.
  To request your consent when required to contact you.
  To prevent crime and enhance public safety, including use of CCTV surveillance.
  To mitigate the risk of crime and enhance safety for the company, employees, and clients.
  To improve the company’s response to criminal activities and report such behavior for public benefit.
  To ensure efficiency in fulfilling general responsibilities.

Sources of Personal Information

We may collect your personal information from a variety of sources to provide and improve our services. This includes information obtained directly from you or your employer/organization, as well as from individuals or companies who refer or recommend our services. We may also gather data from publicly accessible sources such as Companies House, social networking platforms like LinkedIn, and other internet resources. Additionally, we may receive information from third parties involved in our business operations, including market researchers, intermediaries with whom you have an existing relationship, credit reference agencies, and fraud prevention agencies.


Disclosure of Personal Information

We may share your personal information with a range of external parties when necessary for operational, legal, or regulatory purposes. These parties include agents and service providers who assist in delivering our services, as well as our legal and professional advisors. We may also disclose your information to suppliers working with Stalwart Bridge (OPC) Private Limited (My One Apply), and to law enforcement agencies when required by law or in connection with legal proceedings. In the event of a data breach, we may report the incident to appropriate regulatory authorities, such as the Information Commissioner’s Office. Additionally, we may share your information with other entities owned by or affiliated with Stalwart Bridge (OPC) Private Limited (My One Apply), as well as with potential or actual buyers involved in any business transfer, sale, or corporate restructuring.

If You Choose Not to Provide Your Personal Information

Providing your personal information is necessary for us to effectively deliver our services and meet legal and regulatory requirements. Choosing not to share specific details may delay or obstruct our service delivery, hinder our ability to meet contractual or legal obligations, or prevent us from forming or continuing a business relationship with you or your organisation.


Automated Decision-Making

We do not rely on solely automated processing (i.e., without human intervention) to make decisions that would have a legal or similarly significant effect on you. All key decisions involve meaningful human review.


Retention of Your Personal Information

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including complying with legal, regulatory, accounting, or reporting obligations. When determining how long to keep your data, we consider factors such as the volume, nature, and sensitivity of the information, the risk of potential harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, the reasons for processing the data, whether those reasons can be achieved through alternative means, and any relevant legal or regulatory requirements.

In general, we retain your personal data for the duration of your relationship with us and for up to six (6) years thereafter, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

International Transfers

As an India-based company, we may hold certain personal information related to our suppliers and their activities outside India. We also work with agents and service providers who may process your personal data on our behalf in locations outside India. Whenever your information is transferred internationally, we ensure it is protected to the same standards as if it were processed within India. This is done by entering into agreements with those agents and service providers that include appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses or other legally approved protections.

Types of Personal Information We Collect

We collect, use, and retain various categories of personal information about students and prospective students, grouped as follows:

Category Description
Identity Data Includes your full name, gender, marital status, date of birth, and title.
Contact Data Residential address, email, phone number, and other contact details.
Financial Data Bank account details, financial background, creditworthiness, and payment history.
Transactional Data Details of payments made and received, and records of services provided or availed.
Communication Data Information gathered through emails, phone calls, chats, and other communications.
Publicly Available Data Information available from public sources like government databases and the internet.
Consent Data Any consents, permissions, or preferences you provide.
Usage Data Data on your use of our website, applications, or services.
Special Category Data Sensitive information such as:
  – Racial or ethnic background
  – Religious, political, or philosophical beliefs
  – Trade union membership
  – Biometric or genetic data for identification
  – Health-related information
  – Sexual orientation and sex life
  – Criminal records and offences

We only collect and use sensitive (special category) data when required and in compliance with applicable Indian laws and data protection standards.


How We Use Your Personal Information

We process your personal information for the following purposes, with lawful justification including contractual necessity, legal obligation, or legitimate interests:

Purpose Legal Basis Legitimate Interests
To receive and provide products and services. Contractual obligation, Legal duty, Legitimate interest Efficient service delivery and business management.
To manage contracts and vendor relationships. Contractual obligation, Legitimate interest Ensuring compliance, value for money, and minimising risk.
To conduct financial administration (billing, payments, recovery). Legal duty, Contractual obligation, Legitimate interest Effective financial management.
To initiate or defend legal claims. Legal duty, Legitimate interest Protecting company interests and resolving disputes.
To investigate incidents, complaints, or breaches. Legal duty, Legitimate interest Ensuring security, compliance, and dispute resolution.
For internal operations, planning, and business improvement. Contractual obligation, Legitimate interest Running the business efficiently and enhancing services.
For due diligence, procurement, and risk assessment of suppliers. Legitimate interest Selecting reliable and financially sound partners.
For corporate events (merger, acquisition, reorganisation). Legitimate interest Strategic business development and legal compliance.
To ensure safety and prevent crime (e.g., via CCTV). Legal duty, Legitimate interest Security and public interest.
To handle marketing, promotions, and events (with consent where required). Consent, Legitimate interest Growing business and building customer relationships.

The sources of your personal information that we gather.

We may collect your personal information directly from you or through the organization you are associated with, such as during your inquiry, registration, application, or while availing of our services. This includes details you provide voluntarily through forms, emails, phone calls, or other means of communication. We may also collect data when you interact with our website, mobile app, or customer service.

In addition, we may receive information about you from third-party referrals or recommendations made by individuals, educational consultants, or other institutions that believe our services may be of interest to you. Furthermore, personal data may be gathered from publicly accessible sources in India, including official government records, educational portals, professional directories, or other entities that lawfully share such data.

We may also gather data from online sources, such as social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn), educational forums, or other digital platforms where your profile or activity is visible. In some cases, market research firms, intermediaries, or business associates we work with may also share your personal information with us, especially if they are involved in delivering services or coordinating applications on your behalf. All such data is collected in compliance with applicable Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

Parties with whom we may share your personal information

We may share your personal information with third parties as necessary for operational, legal, or regulatory purposes. These may include agents, partners, and service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as technology providers, application processors, or marketing platforms, and who are bound by confidentiality obligations.

We may also share your data with our legal advisors, financial consultants, and other professional service providers to ensure compliance with legal requirements and effective business management. Information may also be shared with our suppliers and vendors who help facilitate the provision of our services, subject to appropriate data protection safeguards.

Where required by Indian law or upon request from government authorities, we may disclose your personal information to law enforcement agencies, courts, or statutory authorities. In the event of a data breach, we may inform regulatory bodies such as the Data Protection Board of India under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. Additionally, if our company undergoes any form of restructuring, merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, we may need to share your personal data with prospective or actual buyers, provided they also comply with relevant data protection obligations.

If You Choose Not to Provide Your Personal Information

Providing certain personal information is essential for us to deliver our services and meet legal and regulatory obligations. If you choose not to share requested details, it may delay or prevent us from providing services, fulfilling contractual or legal responsibilities, or entering into or continuing a business relationship with you or your organisation.

Automated Decision-Making

We do not make decisions based solely on automated processing (without human involvement) that would have a significant legal or similar effect on you.

Retention of Your Personal Information

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to comply with legal, regulatory, accounting, or reporting requirements.

The specific retention period is determined based on several factors, such as the nature and sensitivity of the data, the potential risk from unauthorized use or disclosure, the purpose for which we process the data, and applicable legal obligations. Typically, we retain your data while you are an active user of our services and for up to six (6) years afterward, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

International Data Transfers

As a global company, we may hold certain personal information related to our suppliers and their activities within India. We work with agents and service providers who might process your personal data on our behalf outside of India. When your information is transferred and processed internationally, we ensure it is protected with the same level of security and privacy as required under Indian laws.

To safeguard your data during such transfers, we enter into contracts with these agents and service providers that include appropriate data protection measures, such as standard contractual clauses or other legally recognized safeguards, ensuring compliance with applicable Indian data protection regulations.