Privacy Policy
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Pragathi Mahavidyalaya is dedicated to maintaining the privacy and protection of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website: https://pragathimahavidyalaya.ac.in. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms and practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect both personal and non-personal information when you interact with our website. Personal information refers to details that identify you as an individual, such as your full name, email address, phone number, and academic preferences. This information is typically collected when you submit an enquiry form, register for admission, subscribe to our notifications, or contact us directly. We may also collect technical information automatically through the use of cookies and tracking technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referral source, time and date of access, and the pages you visit on our website. This data helps us understand user behavior and improve site performance.

2. How We Use Your Information
The information collected is used primarily for academic and administrative purposes. We use your data to communicate with you regarding course offerings, admission updates, institutional announcements, and responses to your queries. We also use the information to enhance your experience on our website, analyze traffic patterns, and measure user engagement. In addition, we may use aggregated non-personal data for institutional reports, marketing strategies, and decision-making, while ensuring that individual users cannot be identified from such aggregated data. Under no circumstances will we sell or lease your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

3. Data Protection and Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our website and database systems are protected by firewalls and encryption, and access is strictly limited to authorized personnel. We also employ physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards in line with industry best practices. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its absolute security, but we remain committed to continuously improving our protective measures.

4. Use of Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to enhance your browsing experience. Our website may use cookies to store session information, remember user preferences, and collect analytical data about how users navigate the website. These cookies help us provide you with a more personalized experience. You have the option to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on the website.

5. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to external websites or services not operated by Pragathi Mahavidyalaya. These third-party websites may have their own privacy policies and terms of service. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or services of any linked websites. We strongly encourage users to read the privacy policies of these external sites before providing any personal information. Inclusion of a link does not imply our endorsement or approval of the site or its operators.

6. User Rights and Control Over Information
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if any of your data is inaccurate or outdated. You may also request that we delete your personal data from our records, subject to legal and institutional obligations. In addition, you may withdraw your consent to receive communications from us at any time by contacting us via email. We will take reasonable steps to verify your identity before processing such requests to ensure data protection and confidentiality.

7. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to revise and update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. All updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. It is your responsibility to periodically review this policy to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of the website after such changes are made constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated policy.

8. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal data, you may contact us using the information below. We will make every effort to address your concerns promptly and in accordance with applicable regulations.
Pragathi Mahavidyalaya
Opp Govt General Hospital, A.K. Nagar, Nellore – 524004
Phone: +91 801993334
Email: pragathimahavidyalaya2022@gmail.com
Website: https://pragathimahavidyalaya.ac.in/