Privacy Policy

Welcome to S.M. Institute ("we", "our", or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website smicacsc.com or interact with our services. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from you:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, or other contact details you provide through contact forms or registration.
• Usage Information: IP address, browser type, device details, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and timestamps.
• Cookies & Tracking Data: Cookies and similar technologies to analyze site traffic and enhance user experience. You may disable cookies in your browser settings (this may affect site functionality).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our educational and consultancy services.
• Respond to inquiries or service requests.
• Send updates, offers, or notifications if you have opted in.
• Maintain website functionality and enhance user experience.
• Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activities.

3. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data only in the following situations:

• Service Providers: Trusted third‑party vendors (hosting, email delivery, analytics) who perform services on our behalf under confidentiality obligations.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to respond to lawful requests by public authorities.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or business restructuring, personal data may be transferred to the new entity with notice where applicable.

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes it was collected for or as required by law. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no system or transmission over the internet is completely secure.

6. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, including India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, you have the right to:

• Access and review your personal data.
• Request correction or deletion of your data.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
• Lodge a complaint if you believe your data rights have been violated.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be reflected by updating the Effective Date at the top of this page. Please review this page regularly.

9. Contact Information