Privacy Policy for ndtvscholar.com
Your privacy is of paramount importance to us. At ndtvscholar.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we are fully committed to safeguarding the personal data of our users, visitors, customers, and other individuals with whom we interact. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data and your associated rights, in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
1. Introduction
At ndtvscholar.com, we value the trust you place in us and are committed to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and security of your personal information. We believe in transparency regarding our data practices and strive to empower you with the tools and knowledge needed to make informed decisions about your data. This Privacy Policy seeks to ensure that your privacy rights are protected and respected at every point of interaction.
2. Scope and Data Controller Role
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of ndtvscholar.com and any services accessed through the website. Where applicable, ndtvscholar.com acts as the Data Controller for the personal data we collect and process, determining the purposes and means of processing in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
For purposes of the GDPR, users located in the European Economic Area may contact us at: [email protected].
3. Categories of Data We Process
Depending on your interaction with our website and services, we may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
a) Usage Data
We may collect information about your visits to ndtvscholar.com, including IP address, browser type, session data, referring URLs, time zone settings, and activity logs.
b) Account Data
This includes personal identifiers such as name, email address, phone number, physical address, and other account registration details.
c) Profile Data
Information such as your preferences, interests, past purchases, browsing behavior, and participation in promotions or surveys.
d) Communication Data
Records of correspondence and support requests, including date and time of communication, message content, and resolution history.
e) Technical Data
Data concerning the hardware and software used to access our services, including device type, operating system, browser settings, language preferences, and mobile network information.
f) Transaction Data
Data related to purchases or financial transactions, including payment method details, billing and shipping information, transaction amounts, and order history.
g) Preference Data
Information that indicates your choices regarding email subscriptions, marketing communications, and product preferences.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your personal data in line with the lawful bases allowed under the GDPR and CCPA, including:
– Performance of Contract: Where processing is necessary to provide services or deliver products you have requested or ordered.
– Legitimate Interest: For improving our services, maintaining website security, preventing fraud, and supporting internal administrative functions.
– Consent: Where you have affirmatively opted in to receive marketing communications or provided explicit permission for specific data uses.
– Legal Obligation: Where we are required to process personal data to comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
5. Your Rights
Subject to applicable law, you have the following rights concerning your personal information:
– Right of Access – You may request access to the personal data we hold about you.
– Right to Rectification – You may request that we correct inaccuracies in your personal data.
– Right to Erasure – You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain limitations.
– Right to Restrict Processing – You may request limits on how we use your data.
– Right to Data Portability – You may request that we provide your data in a portable format.
– Right to Object – You may object to data processing based on legitimate interest or for direct marketing.
– Right to Non-Discrimination – Under the CCPA, you have the right to equal service and pricing regardless of privacy choices.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].
6. Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the protection of your personal data, including:
– Encryption of data in transit and at rest
– Role-based access control and secure authentication
– Firewalls and intrusion detection
– Regular data backups and disaster recovery protocols
– Ongoing staff training on data security and privacy
While we cannot guarantee absolute security, we undertake rigorous efforts to protect your information against unauthorized access or disclosure.
7. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including countries that may not offer the same level of data protection as your own. Where such transfers occur:
– We use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission to safeguard cross-border data transfers.
– We implement appropriate supplementary measures as necessary.
By using ndtvscholar.com, you consent to such transfers in compliance with all applicable regulations.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable law. Data retention periods vary depending on the category of data:
– Usage Data – retained for up to 12 months for analytics and performance monitoring
– Account and Profile Data – retained as long as your account remains active and for a reasonable period thereafter
– Transaction Data – retained for 7 years for financial and tax compliance
– Communication Data – retained for up to 3 years for quality assurance and dispute resolution
– Technical and Preference Data – retained for up to 24 months for optimization and personalization
9. Cookie Policy
ndtvscholar.com uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, understand site performance, and deliver personalized content. Categories of cookies in use include:
– Essential Cookies – Necessary for core site functionality (e.g., sign-in, navigation)
– Functional Cookies – Enable advanced features like preferences, saved sessions
– Analytics Cookies – Help us understand site usage and improve performance
– Performance Cookies – Support load balancing, error monitoring, and uptime
Cookies may be set by us or third-party providers. Disabling cookies may impair certain site features.
10. Cookie Management & Compliance
We provide you with the ability to manage your cookie preferences directly from our cookie consent banner. In accordance with GDPR and CCPA requirements:
– Explicit consent is obtained before placing non-essential cookies
– You may adjust or withdraw your consent at any time via cookie settings
– We honor browser “Do Not Track” signals where feasible
For more details, refer to the cookie settings tool on ndtvscholar.com.
11. Protection of Children
ndtvscholar.com is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age without appropriate parental or guardian consent. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us without consent, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so we may take steps to delete such data.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When changes are made, we will notify you through appropriate channels, such as updated notices on ndtvscholar.com or by direct communication if applicable.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
13. Contacting Us
For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please email us at:
We are committed to ensuring your personal data is handled with the utmost care and transparency. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
We at ndtvscholar.com remain fully committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection legislation. Thank you for placing your trust in us.