Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 1, 2024

At The Scholars’ Home, we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website (https://ps.tsh.edu.in OR https://www.ps.tsh.edu.in) and services. By accessing our website or providing your information, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Scope of Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• Personal information collected via our website, admission forms, and other communication channels.

• Usage of cookies and related technologies.

• Stakeholder interactions, including parents, students, and website visitors.

2. Information We Collect

1. Personal Information:

• Name, contact details (phone number, email), and address.

• Date of birth, gender, and other demographic details.

• Guardian information for students (e.g., parent/guardian name, occupation).

2. Academic and Enrollment Information:

• Student admission details, grades, attendance records, and extracurricular participation.

3. Financial Information:

• Payment details for fees and services (e.g., transaction ID, payment history).

4. Technical Information:

• IP addresses, browser types, and device information for website users.

• Usage data collected through cookies (see Section 7).

3. How We Use Your Information

The Scholars’ Home collects and processes your data to:

1. Facilitate admission processes and maintain academic records.

2. Provide necessary communication related to academic progress, events, and updates.

3. Manage financial transactions, including fee collection and refunds.

4. Enhance website functionality, user experience, and security.

5. Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.

4. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your information. Information may be shared:

1. Within the School: For academic, administrative, and operational purposes.

2. With Third Parties:

• Payment processors for secure transaction handling.

• Vendors for IT infrastructure support.

• Regulatory bodies as required by law.

3. In Legal Situations:

• If required to comply with a legal obligation or to protect the rights and safety of the School.

5. Data Security

We are committed to protecting your information. Measures include:

1. Encryption: Sensitive data is encrypted during transmission and storage.

2. Access Control: Only authorized personnel can access your information.

3. Regular Audits: Periodic reviews of data security measures.

While we strive for robust protection, no system is completely secure. Users are responsible for safeguarding their login credentials and avoiding sharing sensitive information via unsecured means.

6. Retention of Information

Your information will be retained as long as:

1. Necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy.

2. Required by law or for legitimate operational needs.

Once no longer required, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance website functionality and user experience.

2. Types of Cookies Used:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website operation.

• Analytics Cookies: Help analyze website usage and improve functionality.

• Preference Cookies: Store user preferences for a personalized experience.

3. Managing Cookies:

• Users can control or disable cookies via browser settings.

• Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

8. Rights of Users

We respect your rights regarding your data:

1. Access: You can request access to your personal data.

2. Correction: You can update or correct inaccurate data.

3. Deletion: You can request data deletion, subject to legal or operational requirements.

4. Objections: You can object to certain data processing practices.

5. Data Portability: Request transfer of your data in a readable format (where applicable).

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Email Address].

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Users are advised to review the privacy policies of these websites.

10. Children’s Privacy

1. Personal information related to students is collected with parental or guardian consent.

2. We take extra precautions to ensure children’s data is securely handled.

11. Changes to This Policy

The Scholars’ Home reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at its discretion. Any significant changes will be communicated via:

1. Website announcements.

2. Direct communication to registered users.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

• Email: mail@ps.tsh.edu.in

• Phone: +91 86288 00056

• Address: Jamniwala Road, Badripur, Paonta Sahib, Himachal Pradesh, India [173025]

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.