Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy is an electronic record in terms of:
- The Information Technology Act, 2000;
- The rules framed under it, as applicable; and
- The amended provisions pertaining to electronic records in various statutes as amended by the Information Technology Act, 2000.
By visiting this Website (defined below), you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy of PATTIC. If you do not agree, please do not use or access our Website. By mere use of the Website, you expressly consent to our use and disclosure of your Personal Information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy is subject to our Terms of Service. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hello@pattic.org.
We value the trust you place in us and insist upon the highest standards for secure transactions and customer information privacy. Please read the complete Privacy Policy to understand our information collection and dissemination practices.
Our Privacy Policy is subject to change at any time without prior notice. These changes become effective as and when the updated policy is uploaded on the Website. To ensure you are aware of any changes, please review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Scope of Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to news.pattic.org (the “Website”), owned, registered, and operated by T4G Impact Tech Foundation. It governs:
- The type of information collected from users via the Website, including personal data or information.
- The purpose, means, and usage of such information.
- How and to whom the collected information will be disclosed.
Definitions
- “We,” “Our,” and “Us” mean PATTIC.
- “You,” “Your,” “Yourself,” and “User” refer to individuals or entities using the Website, either to post or view content.
- “Personal Information” refers to any information that identifies a natural person, directly or indirectly, in combination with other data available or likely to be available with a body corporate.
- “Third Parties” refer to applications, websites, companies, or individuals other than the User and the Website owner.
Information Collected
To use the services offered by our Website, you must register and provide Personal Information. We collect:
- Personal Information:
- Name, age, gender, and contact details.
- Demographic Information:
- Optional data from online surveys, including location.
- Behavioural Information:
- Details about your interaction with the Website, such as pages visited, services accessed, IP address, browser type, operating system, and referral websites.
- Indirect Information:
- Data collected via Third Parties or analytics tools like Google Analytics and tracking pixels for remarketing and campaign monitoring.
Consent to Use the Information
By using this Website, you consent to:
- The terms of this Privacy Policy.
- The processing of information for purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
- The use of data collected on the Website and from Third Parties.
Use of Information
We use the information collected to:
- Provide and improve our services, including updates, newsletters, and event details.
- Respond to your queries, communicate with you, and enhance user experience.
- Comply with applicable laws.
- Prevent fraud, investigate illegal activities, and ensure user safety.
Sharing of Information
Information may be shared with Third Parties to:
- Deliver services through authorised individuals or companies.
- Provide aggregated, anonymous data to partners, clients, and affiliates.
- Comply with legal requirements or protect national security.
Security Precautions
Our Website has stringent security measures in place to protect data from misuse and unauthorised access. We comply with IS/ISO/IEC 27001 standards for securing user information.
Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Enhance user experience through personalised content.
- Track and analyse Website usage.
- You can manage or reject cookies via browser settings, but this may affect your experience on the Website.
Confidentiality
We do not collect sensitive data such as passwords, health information, or biometrics without explicit consent unless required by law. Financial details are handled securely by payment gateways.
Account Management
You can access, update, or delete your account information at any time via the Website. We may retain some data post-account closure for legal and compliance purposes.
Grievance Officer :
In accordance with Information Technology Act 2000 and rules made there under, the name and contact details of the Grievance Officer are provided below:
Shemeer Babu
91 Springboard Business Hub Private Limited,
5/3, 1st Floor, Gopala Krishna Complex,
Residency Road, Bangalore -- 560 025
shemeer@aikyamfellows.org
If you have any questions about this Policy or other privacy concerns, you can also email us at hello@aikyamfellows.org.
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India. Disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts in New Delhi.
(Last updated: 21st Jan, 2025)
