Privacy Policy for Web & Mobile App
Your privacy is important to us. This document explains how Hindustan Computer Institute collects, uses, and protects your information across our Website and Android/iOS Applications.
Commitment to Privacy
At Hindustan Computer Institute (HCI), we value the trust you place in us. We are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which HCI collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a "Student" or "User") of the HCI Website and the HCI Mobile App.
01 Information We Collect
- Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, father's name, date of birth, and residential address provided during registration.
- Academic Information: Enrollment details, marks, course progress, and certification data.
- Device Information (Mobile App): To improve app performance, we may collect information such as your device model, operating system version (Android/iOS), unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
02 Mobile App Permissions
Our mobile application requires specific permissions to function correctly. We request these permissions only when necessary:
Storage / Files
Required for: Downloading files, storing study materials offline, and allowing you to upload required documents or assignments directly from your device.
Notifications
Required for: Sending real-time push notifications for institute circulars, fee reminders, daily attendance updates, and important alerts.
03 How We Use Your Information
- Processing Admissions: To verify eligibility and enroll you in courses (ADCA, Tally, etc.).
- Certification: Sharing necessary data with certification partners like Tally Education & Marg ERP for certificate generation.
- Communication: To send emails/SMS/Push Notifications regarding batch timings, fees, and results.
- App Functionality: To authenticate users and maintain login sessions securely.
04 Third-Party Services
The app does use third-party services that may collect information used to identify you. Links to the privacy policy of third-party service providers used by the app:
05 Data Security & Account Deletion
We adopt industry-standard data collection, storage, and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of your personal information stored on our app.
Requesting Account & Data Deletion
As per Google Play Data Safety guidelines, users have the right to request the deletion of their account and associated personal data.
To delete your account: Send an email to [email protected] with the subject line "Account Deletion Request" from your registered email ID. We will process your request and securely wipe your personal data within 30 days, except for foundational academic records that must be retained for legal and certification compliance.
Questions about this Policy?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site/app, or your dealings with us, please contact us.