Privacy Policy – HSE Scholar Edutech

Introduction
This Privacy Policy, last updated on 4th Dec 2025, explains how HSE Scholar Edutech (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, protects, and discloses personal information when you access or use learn.hsescholar.com. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices and terms described in this Policy.

Information We Collect
When you register or use our services, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, login credentials, communication preferences, and learning activity. We also automatically collect usage-related information including IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, referring pages, time spent on pages, and overall interaction patterns. When accessing our Service via mobile devices, additional information such as device type, unique device ID, and mobile browser details may be collected. This information allows us to maintain security, improve performance, and deliver a better learning experience.

Third-Party Social Media Login
You may choose to sign in using third-party social media accounts such as Google, Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn. If you choose this option, we may receive your name, email address, and other profile-related details associated with that account. By using this login method, you authorize us to store and use this information as described in this Policy.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to support essential site functionality, maintain login sessions, remember user preferences, and analyze website usage. Cookies may remain stored either temporarily or persistently depending on their purpose. You may disable cookies using your browser settings; however, this may limit certain features of our Service.

How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to operate and improve our Service, manage user accounts, provide course access, process payments, deliver communication and updates, enhance user experience, respond to enquiries, perform security monitoring, and evaluate service performance. We may also send relevant notifications, educational updates, or promotional messages unless you choose to opt out. By submitting your contact details, you consent to receive communication through email, SMS, phone calls, or messaging platforms, even if your number is registered under DND.

Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We may share your personal information with trusted service providers who support our hosting, analytics, communication, or payment processing activities. We may also share information if legally required or during business transfers such as mergers or acquisitions. If you participate in public areas of the platform, such as discussion forums, content you share may be visible to other users. Any other sharing of information will occur only with your explicit consent.

Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, including legal, regulatory, or operational requirements. Usage data is generally retained for shorter periods unless required for security, improvement of the Service, or compliance with legal obligations.

International Data Transfer
Your data may be processed or stored on servers located outside your geographical region. Regardless of location, we ensure your information is handled securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure payment channels, controlled access, and regular system monitoring. Despite these efforts, no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and users acknowledge the inherent risks.

Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided such information, please contact us immediately so we can remove it from our systems.

Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, update, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal information. You may also withdraw consent for communication or data usage at any time. Requests may be submitted to [email protected].

External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These websites operate independently, and we are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or policies. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of those external websites before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect technological, legal, or operational changes. Updated versions will be posted on this page, and continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
[email protected]