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Privacy Policy – Edmies

Last Updated : 29/05/2025

Edmies ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our students, website users, and stakeholders. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with the applicable laws of India (including the Constitution of India, the Information Technology Act, 2000, and state-level regulations such as those of Tamil Nadu) and international standards such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.

1. Legal Framework

This policy complies with:

  • Article 21 of the Indian Constitution (Right to Privacy)
  • The Information Technology Act, 2000
  • The Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011
  • Tamil Nadu State Data Protection and Privacy Guidelines
  • Other applicable data protection regulations across Indian states
  • International best practices including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) from students, parents/guardians, and website users:

  • Full Name
  • Date of Birth
  • Contact Number
  • Email Address
  • Course Preferences
  • Educational Background
  • Employment Details (if currently employed)
  • Parental/Guardian Details
  • Communication Address (Permanent and/or Present)
  • Academic Records (if voluntarily provided)
  • Government-issued ID proof (only where required by law)
  • Any messages, queries, or inquiries submitted via website forms, emails, chat, or during physical or virtual communication
  • Information provided via mobile conversation, email conversation, online/physical forms, or during one-on-one interactions through any communication medium

3. Purpose of Data Collection

The data collected is used for:

  • Admission processing and enrolment
  • Verifying student eligibility
  • Academic and administrative communication
  • Providing information about courses and training schedules
  • Issuing certificates and academic documents
  • Placement assistance and coordination with recruiters
  • Internal record keeping and analytics
  • Legal compliance and statutory reporting

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share personal data:

  • With government authorities, law enforcement agencies, or regulators if required by law
  • With third-party service providers who support our operations (e.g., placement partners, certification bodies, cloud service providers) under strict confidentiality agreements
  • With IT companies and recruiters for placement purposes, only after explicit or implied consent is obtained

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures including:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Role-based access controls
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Use of secure servers, firewalls, and antivirus protection

6. Data Retention

We retain student records and associated personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated above, or as required by law. Data may be anonymized and retained for statistical or historical purposes.

7. User Rights

As per applicable laws, users have the following rights:

  • Right to access and review personal data
  • Right to request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to withdraw consent at any time (with the understanding that this may impact service delivery)
  • Right to request deletion of data (where legally permissible)
  • Right to lodge complaints with relevant data protection authorities

8. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze web traffic. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, although this may affect functionality.

9. Children's Data

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children below the age of 18 without parental or guardian consent. In case such data is inadvertently collected, we will delete it upon verification and request.

10. International Transfers

Where international data transfers are necessary (e.g., for global certifications or platform integration), we ensure adequate safeguards and agreements are in place as per GDPR or equivalent standards.

11. Consent

By using our services, website, or by providing your information via any medium (forms, calls, emails, physical visits), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Parents or guardians provide this consent on behalf of minors.

12. Policy Updates

This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal or operational requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website. Continued use of our services after such updates constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or grievances about this Privacy Policy or data handling practices, please contact:

Data Protection Officer Edmies
Phone: +91-9444 834 564
Email: contact@edmies.com

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts located in Tamil Nadu.

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