Privacy policy
Welcome to Vidya spark. We are dedicated to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our website to register for and participate in online scholarship exams.
•Information We Collect
We collect information to facilitate your participation in our scholarship exams and to administer scholarship awards.
•Registration Information
1.Name
2.Email address
3. Date of birth
4. Educational background (e.g., schoolgrade, institution)
5.Contact information (phone number, address)
• Exam Information:
Exam responses and scores Exam session data (e.g., time taken, IP address)
Webcam and microphone recordings(if applicable, with clear consent)
• Scholarship Application Information:
Academic transcripts
Financial information (if required for need-based scholarships)
Essays or personal statements
Supporting documents (e.g., recommendation letters).
Student Registration:
• Technical Data
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Website usage data
•Communication
- Information provided when you contact us for support or inquiries
How We Use Your Information We use your information for the following purposes:
- To manage your account and registration
- To conduct and evaluate online scholarship exams
- To determine scholarship eligibility and award scholarships
- To communicate with you about exams, scholarships, and related information.
- To improve our website and services.
- To prevent fraud and ensure exam integrity
- To comply with legal obligations
- To provide technical support
Sharing Your Information We may share your information with:
- Scholarship Providers/Sponsors:
- Educational Institutions
- Service Providers
- Legal Requirements
- With Your Consent
Data Security:
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security. We use encryption to protect sensitive data. We restrict access to personal information to authorized personnel. We regularly review and update our security practices
Data Retention:
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitte5 by law. Scholarship application information is often kept for longer periods due to audits and legal requirements.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
• Access: You can request access to the information we hold about you.
• Correction: You can request to correct any inaccuracies in your information.
• Deletion: You can request to delete your information, subject to legal limitations.
• Objection: You can object to the processing of your information.
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your information in a portable format.
• Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time, where applicable.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [support@vidyaspark.com].
Children’s Privacy:
If our services are intended for users under a certain age (e.g., under 18), we will comply with applicable child privacy laws. We will obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information from children where required.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage data. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Changes to This Privacy Policy:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
Need Assistance?
- By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy