RISE Foundation IISER (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of individuals who interact with us across all platforms. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with the privacy laws applicable in the region where we operate, including but not limited to the India.

By engaging with our services, website, or any of our platforms, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information in the following ways:

• Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, phone number, job title, company name, billing information, and other details you provide when engaging with us. This information can be collected through various sources, including but not limited to:
  • Our website
  • Lead generation forms on social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook)
  • Emails or direct correspondence
  • Data provided during events, webinars, or tradeshows
  • Information shared through third-party platforms
• Non-Personal Information: We also collect non-personal information, such as IP addresses, browser types, device information, and browsing data, through cookies and similar technologies.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Our website and other digital platforms use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and assist in our marketing efforts.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for several purposes, including:

• To Provide Our Services: We use your information to fulfil the services you request, including customer support, project updates, and billing, as well as to respond to inquiries made through various platforms (social media, email, event registration, etc.).
• For Marketing and Engagement: If you have provided your information through social media lead generation forms, tradeshows, or other events, we may use that data to send you relevant marketing communications, updates about our services, or follow-up on your inquiries.
• To Improve Our Services: We analyze the data to understand how our platforms, website, and services are used, enabling us to improve our offerings and user experience.
• To Communicate: We may contact you with updates, marketing information, or other communications relevant to the services you have engaged with, whether through our website, social media, or other platforms.
• To Comply with Legal Requirements: We process your information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Legal Bases for Processing Your Data

We process personal data under the following legal bases, which apply depending on your jurisdiction:

• Consent: You provide explicit consent when you submit your information through our website, social media platforms, event registrations, or any other method of communication.
• Performance of a Contract: We process your data to fulfil our contractual obligations to you when you engage our services.
• Legal Obligation: We may process your personal information as legal or regulatory obligations require.
• Legitimate Interests: In cases where we have a legitimate interest in processing your data, such as improving services, following up on your event or trade show interactions, or sending communications based on your inquiries, we ensure that our interests do not override your rights.

4. How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and will only share your personal information under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services (e.g., hosting, payment processing, marketing tools). These providers are bound by contracts to protect your data and only use it as required to provide services to us.
• Business Partners: We may share data with partners who help us reach out to individuals or businesses that have shown interest in our services, including those who have interacted with us via lead generation forms, social media, or at events and tradeshows. Your information relevant to your interactions with us is only shared for engagement and communication purposes.
• Compliance with Law: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal processes, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of others.
• Business Transfers: Your data may be transferred to ensure business continuity in the event of a business transaction, such as a merger or acquisition.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on where you are located, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

• Access and Rectification: You have the right to request access to your personal data and to correct any inaccuracies.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal data under certain circumstances (e.g. if it is no longer needed for the purpose for which it was collected).
• Objection to Processing: You may object to our processing of your personal data in certain situations, including for direct marketing purposes.
• Data Portability: You have the right to request your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format to transfer it to another service provider.
• Withdraw Consent: If you have provided consent for data processing, you can withdraw it anytime.

To exercise these rights, please get in touch with us at the email address provided below.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of your personal data. These include measures to prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the proper use of information. However, no Internet transmission is 100% secure, and while we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. This applies to data collected through our website, social media platforms, emails, event registrations, and other sources. Once the data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. International Data Transfers

We are a global company, and your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection. In such cases, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Use of Cookies and Other Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store information when you visit our website or interact with us via other digital platforms. These cookies help us analyze traffic, personalize content, and improve user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings and may disable them if you prefer, but this may impact your experience on our site.

11. Third-Party Websites

Our website or other platforms may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing them with your personal data.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other factors. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the revised version will be effective immediately upon posting.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns or would like to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please get in touch with us at:

RISE Foundation IISER

info@risefoundationiiser.co.in

By engaging with our services through our website, social media, events, or other platforms, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.