Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Path Mitra (“we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you use our website www.pathmitra.com and our services (collectively, the “Platform”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how your personal information is handled.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Data: Full name, email address, phone number, academic interest, and any other info submitted by you voluntarily via forms or search.
Search & Comparison History: Colleges searched or compared to enhance user experience and personalize suggestions.
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device info, operating system, referring URLs, and access timestamps.
Cookies & Tracking: We use cookies, beacons, and similar technologies to collect usage behavior and preferences.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide, operate, and maintain our services.
To personalize your experience and suggest colleges based on interest or activity.
To improve features, content, and website performance.
To send updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (you can opt out).
To monitor platform usage and detect/prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activity.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (if applicable)

We process your data based on legitimate interest, contractual necessity, legal obligations, or your explicit consent as applicable under privacy laws such as GDPR or the Indian Personal Data Protection Bill.

4. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
Data may be shared with trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) who follow strict data protection agreements.
We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or regulatory requests.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze usage, and deliver tailored content. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings or opt-out tools.

6. Your Rights

Access, update, or delete your personal data.
Withdraw consent at any time (if processing is based on consent).
Object to processing for direct marketing or profiling purposes.
Request a copy of your data in portable format.

7. Data Security

We employ industry-standard technical and organizational measures (like encryption, secure servers, access controls) to protect your data. However, no system can be 100% secure. Use the platform responsibly and notify us if you suspect misuse.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes mentioned in this policy, unless a longer retention is required by law.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13. If we learn we’ve collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

10. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date. Continued use of our platform after changes means you accept the updated terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: support@pathmitra.com

Address: Path Mitra, Noida