Privacy Policy for Study IGNOU
At Study IGNOU, accessible from https://studyignou.com, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of information that are collected and recorded by Study IGNOU and how we use it.
Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your personal information. By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. About Study IGNOU
Study IGNOU is an unofficial, student-run informational website designed to support learners of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) by providing easy-to-understand resources, news, and academic support content. We are not affiliated with IGNOU in any official capacity. Our goal is to simplify access to public academic resources and student guidance.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and store the following types of information when you visit our website:
a. Personal Identification Information
You may be asked to provide personal information in the following situations:
When subscribing to our newsletter
When contacting us via forms or email
When submitting comments or feedback
When registering for a user account (if applicable)
This may include:
Full name
Email address
Contact number (optional)
City or location (optional)
We only collect personal information when it is voluntarily provided by the user.
b. Non-Personal Identification Information
We may collect non-personal identification information about visitors whenever they interact with our site. This may include:
Browser name
Device type
IP address
Operating system
Internet service provider (ISP)
Referring website or link
Date and time of visit
Pages viewed
This data is used for statistical and analytical purposes to improve user experience.
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that allow us to recognize you and remember your preferences.
We use:
Session cookies (temporary)
Persistent cookies (stored on your device)
Third-party cookies from services such as Google Analytics or advertising networks
You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data in the following ways:
To operate and maintain the website
To personalize your user experience
To improve website content, performance, and design
To respond to your comments, inquiries, or support requests
To send periodic emails or newsletters (if subscribed)
To prevent fraudulent activity and enhance security
To comply with legal obligations
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal identification information to others. However, we may share your information in the following cases:
a. Service Providers
We may use trusted third-party services (e.g., web hosting, analytics, email providers) to help us operate the website. These parties are obligated to keep your data confidential.
b. Legal Requirements
We may disclose your personal data if required to:
Comply with a legal obligation
Protect our legal rights
Prevent or investigate fraud
Respond to a government request
c. Third-party Advertisements
This website may display advertisements served by third-party ad networks such as Google AdSense. These companies may use cookies or other technologies to collect non-personally identifiable information to display relevant ads based on your interests.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites not operated or controlled by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. We strongly advise you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.
We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.
6. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:
Secure hosting environment (HTTPS/SSL encryption)
Firewalls and anti-malware protection
Limited access to stored data
However, please understand that no method of data transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access – You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Right to Rectify – You can request corrections to your personal data.
Right to Erasure – You can ask us to delete your personal data under certain conditions.
Right to Withdraw Consent – If you previously consented to data collection, you can withdraw it.
Right to Object – You can object to our processing of your personal information.
Right to Data Portability – You can request that we transfer your data to another organization.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@myignou.in.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit information from anyone under the age of 13. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we can delete the data.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify or update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Changes become effective immediately upon posting on this page.
We encourage users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are protecting the personal information we collect.
10. Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your data, or wish to exercise your rights, you can reach us at:
Email: Contact.byMail94@Gmail.com
Website: https://studyignou.com
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