Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 03, 2025
 
At  Sambad School of Media and Culture,  (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our students, prospective students, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information you provide when interacting with our website [Your Website URL] or engaging with our Media Education programs. By using our website or providing your personal information, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
 
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information to facilitate admissions, provide educational services, and communicate with you. The types of information we may collect include:
  • Personal Details: Full name, date of birth, gender, and nationality.
  • Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and mailing address.
  • Educational Information: Academic history, qualifications, and program interests.
  • Other Information: Any additional details you voluntarily provide during the admission process or follow-up communications, such as inquiries or feedback.
We collect this information when you:
  • Submit an application for admission.
  • Fill out forms on our website.
  • Contact us via email, phone, or other communication channels.
  • Engage with us for follow-up or support related to our programs.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
  • Process and evaluate applications for admission.
  • Communicate with you about your application, program details, or follow-up inquiries.
  • Provide educational services and support.
  • Improve our website, programs, and services.
  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations, if applicable.
We do not use your information for marketing purposes unless you explicitly consent.
 
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not share, sell, or disclose your personal information to third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:
  • Legal Obligations: If required by law, regulation, or court order.
  • Service Providers: We may engage trusted service providers (e.g., IT or payment processors) who assist us in operating our website or programs. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and only use it for the purposes we specify.
  • With Your Consent: If you explicitly agree to share your information.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. These measures include:
  • Secure storage of data in encrypted systems.
  • Access controls to limit who can view your information.
  • Regular reviews of our security practices.
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including:
  • Processing your admission and providing educational services.
  • Complying with legal or regulatory requirements.
Once your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
  • Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.
  • Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your information, subject to legal obligations.
  • Objection: Object to certain uses of your information.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at  Email: [email protected] . We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.
 
7. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage. These may include:
  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function.
  • Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., via Google Analytics).
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
 
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
 
9. Children’s Privacy
 
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
 
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on our website with the “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
 
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your information, please contact us at:
Sambad School of Media and Culture,
B/1/2/3, Sambad South Campus, Rasulgarh Industrial Estate
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India – 751010
E-Mail: [email protected]
Mob: 9078967163