The terms "We" / "Us" / "Our" / "College" individually and collectively
refer to Government Degree College Shahpur, and the
terms "You" / "Your" / "Yourself" refer to the users or visitors of
our website.
This Privacy Policy is an electronic record in the form of an electronic
contract formed under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the
rules made thereunder, including amended provisions relating to
electronic documents and records. This Privacy Policy does not require
any physical, electronic, or digital signature.
This Privacy Policy is a legally binding document between you and
Government Degree College Shahpur. Its terms will be effective upon
your acceptance, directly or indirectly, in electronic form, by
clicking an "I Accept" option, by using the website, or by other
means, subject to applicable law.
This document is published in accordance with applicable provisions
of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Information Technology
(Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal
Data or Information) Rules, 2011, relating to the collection, use,
storage, and transfer of personal and sensitive personal information.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the website,
you indicate that you understand and agree to this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree with its terms, please do not use the website.
By providing your information or using the facilities provided by
the website, you consent to the collection, storage, and processing
of your personal and non-personal information as described in this
Privacy Policy, subject to applicable laws.
1. Use of Information
To access certain services on our website, users may be required to
provide information during registration or while using college
services, including, where applicable:
- Name
- Email address
- Contact details
- Gender and age, where required
- Postal address and PIN code
- Login credentials and password
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Other information necessary for admission, academic,
administrative, or related services
The information supplied by users enables Government Degree College
Shahpur to provide services, respond to enquiries, maintain and
improve the website, protect its systems, and develop new services.
The information collected will depend on the particular service being
used. Information that is publicly available or accessible, or
furnished under the Right to Information Act, 2005, or other
applicable laws, will be treated in accordance with the relevant
legal provisions.
2. Cookies
To improve the responsiveness and usability of our website, we may
use cookies or similar electronic technologies to collect information
about visitors' browsing activities and preferences.
Cookies may assign a unique identifier to a visitor's browser to help
us understand website usage and improve the user experience. Cookies
do not independently provide access to files stored on your device.
Information you voluntarily provide through registration or other
website forms may be associated with your browsing session.
Our web servers may automatically collect limited technical
information, including your IP address, browser details, device
information, and pages visited. We may use this information to
deliver requested web pages, maintain website security, understand
visitor traffic, and improve our services.
You may be able to manage or disable cookies through your browser
settings. However, certain website features may not function properly
if cookies are disabled.
3. Links to Other Websites
Our Privacy Policy applies only to the website operated by
Government Degree College Shahpur. Our website may contain links
to external websites for the convenience of visitors.
We do not control the privacy practices, content, or security of
external websites and are not responsible for their policies or
practices. Visitors are advised to review the privacy policies of
external websites before providing any personal information.
4. Information Sharing
Government Degree College Shahpur does not disclose personal or
sensitive personal information to third parties except where
permitted or required by applicable law, or where otherwise
authorized by the individual concerned.
Information may be disclosed in the following circumstances:
(a) Legal requirements:
Where disclosure is required by law, court order, or a competent
governmental authority, including for identity verification,
prevention or investigation of offences, cybersecurity incidents,
or other lawful purposes.
(b) Authorized service providers:
Where necessary for operating website facilities or providing
college services, information may be shared with authorized
service providers or relevant authorities, subject to applicable
legal requirements and appropriate confidentiality and security
safeguards.
(c) Consent:
Where the individual has provided valid consent for the relevant
disclosure, subject to applicable law.
5. Information Security
Government Degree College Shahpur takes reasonable and appropriate
measures to protect information collected through its website
against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Such measures may include access controls, restricted system access,
security reviews, and appropriate technical and organizational
safeguards.
Although we take reasonable steps to protect information, no method
of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is completely
secure. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee absolute security against
every possible threat.
Visitors should avoid submitting unnecessary sensitive information
through public communication channels or website features that are
not intended for such information.
6. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Government Degree College Shahpur may update this Privacy Policy
from time to time to reflect changes in website functionality,
institutional practices, or applicable laws and regulations.
Any revised Privacy Policy will be published on this website.
Visitors are encouraged to review this page periodically to remain
informed about how their information is handled.
7. Grievance Redressal
Any complaints, concerns, or grievances relating to the collection
or use of personal information, website content, or an alleged
breach of this Privacy Policy may be submitted in writing or by
email to the Principal of Government Degree College Shahpur using
the contact details below.