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    Entomon InstituteInvertebrate Zoology

    Privacy Policy

    Effective Date: 01/01/2025

    Introduction

    At Entomon Institute, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your personal data.

    By accessing or using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as outlined in this policy.

    1. Information We Collect

    Personal Information

    This includes data that can identify you, such as:

    • Name
    • Email address
    • Phone number
    • Mailing address
    • Other contact details

    We collect this information when you register or login to the web application, contact forms, register for newsletters, or participate in surveys and events.

    Non-Personal Information

    This includes general data about your interaction with our website, such as:

    • IP addresses
    • Browser type
    • Device type
    • Pages visited
    • Time spent on the site

    We collect this information to improve the functionality and performance of our website.

    2. How We Use Your Information

    The information we collect is used to enhance your experience and facilitate communication with you. Specifically, we use your personal information for:

    • Responding to inquiries, requests, or feedback.
    • Sending you updates, newsletters, and research publications.
    • Managing event registrations or course enrollments.
    • Conducting research surveys and studies.
    • Improving the content and functionality of our website.
    • Sending promotional or educational material related to entomology research (only with your explicit consent).

    3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

    We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor the use of our website and collect non-personal information. These technologies help us analyze website traffic, improve user experience, and provide relevant content.

    You can manage cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

    4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

    Entomon Institute will not share your personal information with third parties except in the following cases:

    • Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted service providers who assist with website operations, event management, or newsletter distribution. These service providers are obligated to safeguard your information and are not permitted to use it for any other purpose.
    • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests by authorities (such as a court or government agency).
    • Business Transfers: If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you in advance if this occurs.

    5. Data Security

    We take reasonable steps to protect the security of your personal information, using secure servers, access controls, and other industry-standard safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no security system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

    6. Your Rights

    You have the right to:

    • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
    • Correction: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
    • Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
    • Withdrawal of Consent: You may withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data at any time by contacting us, although this will not affect the lawfulness of any processing that occurred prior to the withdrawal.

    To exercise these rights, please contact us at entomoninstitute@gmail.com.

    7. Retention of Data

    We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Specific retention periods may vary depending on the type of data and legal requirements.

    8. International Data Transfers

    Entomon Institute operates globally, and your personal information may be transferred to countries outside your country of residence, including those that may not have the same level of data protection laws. We ensure adequate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent measures, to protect your data. By using our website and services, you consent to these international transfers.

    9. Links to Other Websites

    Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience, but we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

    10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

    We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please check this page periodically for updates. Continued use of our website after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

    11. Contact Us

    If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please contact us at:

    Entomon Institute
    Pune, Maharashtra
    Email: entomoninstitute@gmail.com
    Phone: 8237214168