— PRIVACY POLICY —

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

1. Introduction

SBM EDUCATION respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with Indian IT laws, Meta policies, and RCS communication standards.

2. Information We Collect

• Name, phone number, email, address
• Device/browser information
• Cookies and website usage data
• WhatsApp/RCS message interaction data

3. Purpose of Data Collection

• Enrollment and academic record management
• Class updates and notifications
• Fee reminders and administrative alerts
• Service improvement

4. Consent for WhatsApp & RCS Data Processing

By sharing your mobile number, you consent to receive official communications via WhatsApp Official API and RCS.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Processing is based on user consent, contractual necessity, and legitimate educational interest.

6. How We Use Collected Data

• Maintain student records
• Send official notifications
• Provide support
• Improve academic services

7. Data Retention & Deletion

Data is retained only as long as required for academic, legal, and administrative purposes. Users can request deletion.

8. Data Sharing with Third Parties

Limited data sharing may occur with:

• Meta (WhatsApp API)
• Google (email services)
• Telecom operators (RCS delivery)

9. Security Measures & Encryption

We use secure storage, access controls, and encrypted communication channels.

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookies may be used on the website to enhance user experience.

11. Data Transfer & Storage (India-Based)

Data is stored on India-based or legally compliant servers.

12. User Rights

Users may request access, correction, or deletion of their personal data.

13. Policy for Children

We do not knowingly collect data from children without guardian consent.

14. Updates to Privacy Policy

This policy may be updated periodically.

15. Governing Law (India)

This Policy is governed by Indian law. Jurisdiction: Nanded.

16. Contact Information

SBM EDUCATION
1, Near Sonavne Medicar, Kailash Nagar, Nanded – 431605
Email: csangekar@gmail.com
Contact: 9405185196.