PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

The Indian Muneem Academy aka TIMA (“we,” “our,” “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting personal data in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA) and applicable Indian laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

• Identity details: Name, date of birth, gender.
• Contact information: Address, phone number, email.
• Educational/professional details: Qualifications, employment history, certifications.
• Financial information: Payment details for course fees.
• Usage data: Website/app activity, IP address, device information.

3. Purpose of Collection

We use personal data for:

• Enrolling students and managing academic records.
• Delivering courses, training, and certification programs.
• Processing payments and issuing invoices.
• Communicating updates, schedules, and promotional offers.
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Legal Basis

Processing is based on:

• Consent (explicit opt-in for marketing and communications).
• Contractual necessity (to provide services).
• Legal obligations (tax, regulatory compliance).

5. Data Sharing

We may share personal data with:

• Service providers (IT, payment gateways, cloud hosting).
• Regulatory authorities (as required by law).
• Third-party partners (only with consent, for joint programs).

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

6. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for academic, legal, or regulatory purposes. After expiry, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Security Measures

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards including encryption, access controls, and secure servers to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

8. Rights of Individuals

Under the DPDPA, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data.
• Request correction or deletion.
• Withdraw consent at any time.
• Lodge complaints with the Data Protection Board of India.

9. Cross-Border Transfers

Personal data may be transferred outside India only in compliance with government-approved conditions. TIMA ensures adequate safeguards for such transfers.

10. Updates to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be notified via our website or email.

11. Contact Us

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Data Protection Officer (DPO)

The Indian Muneem Academy (TIMA)

Chandigarh, India

Email: contact@theimacademy.com

Phone: +91-8146669916, +91-8146669932