Privacy Policy for Degree Sarthi

Last Updated: June 18, 2026

At Degree Sarthi (accessible at degreesarthi.in), we prioritize the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by Degree Sarthi and how we use it.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you use our services, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

• Name - To address you personally
• Email Address - To send updates, confirmations, and respond to inquiries
• Phone Number - To contact you for counseling services
• Educational Qualifications - To provide relevant university recommendations
• Course Preferences - To match you with suitable programs
• Any other information you voluntarily provide in forms, chats, or emails

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:

• IP Address - For security and analytics
• Browser Type and Version - To optimize website display
• Operating System - For technical compatibility
• Pages Visited and Time Spent - To improve user experience
• Referring Website - To understand traffic sources
• Date and Time of Visit - For usage analysis

2. How We Use Your Information

Degree Sarthi uses the collected information for various purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain our website and counseling services
• To respond to your inquiries and provide personalized guidance
• To send you relevant university information and admission updates
• To improve, personalize, and expand our website and services
• To understand and analyze how you use our website (analytics)
• To develop new products, services, features, and functionality
• To communicate with you, including customer service and marketing communications
• To send you emails and SMS updates (with your consent)
• To detect and prevent fraudulent activity and security issues
• To comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like most websites, Degree Sarthi uses "cookies" and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you interact with our site.

3.1 Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration
Essential Cookies	Required for basic website functionality (login, forms)	Session
Preference Cookies	Remember your settings and preferences	1 year
Analytics Cookies	Understand how users interact with our site	Up to 2 years
Advertising Cookies	Deliver relevant ads (Google AdSense)	Up to 2 years

3.2 Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party services that may place their own cookies:

• Google Analytics: Tracks website usage statistics
• Google AdSense: Serves personalized advertisements
• Facebook Pixel: Helps measure ad effectiveness (if applicable)

3.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete individual cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies from being set

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

4. Google AdSense & Advertising

We use Google AdSense to serve advertisements on our website. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to our users based on their visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.

4.1 Google's Advertising Requirements

We comply with Google's Advertising Principles, which include:

• No misleading or false claims
• Clear distinction between content and ads
• No promotion of prohibited products
• Respect for user privacy preferences

4.2 Opting Out of Personalized Ads

Users can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting:

• Google Ad Settings
• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out Page

5. Third-Party Privacy Policies

Degree Sarthi's Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers or websites. We advise you to consult the respective Privacy Policies of these third-party servers for detailed information, including their practices and instructions about opting out of certain options.

Third-party service providers we may use:

• Google (Analytics & AdSense): Google Privacy Policy
• Hosting Provider: Privacy policy varies by provider
• SMS/Email Service Providers: For communication purposes

6. Children's Information

Protecting children's privacy is important to us. We do not knowingly collect any personally identifiable information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will promptly remove such information from our records.

Our website is intended for users who are at least 16 years old or have parental consent. Users under 16 should not submit any personal information without parental permission.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure server infrastructure
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

• Inquiry data: Retained for 3 years after last contact
• Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
• Analytics data: Anonymized after 26 months
• Cookie data: As specified in the cookie table above

9. Your Rights (GDPR & Indian IT Act Compliance)

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to certain data processing activities
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

10. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website and providing services (subject to confidentiality agreements)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Protection of Rights: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Degree Sarthi, our users, or others

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.

12. Email and SMS Communications

By providing your email address and phone number, you consent to receive communications from Degree Sarthi, including:

• Responses to your inquiries
• Admission updates and deadlines
• Scholarship information
• Newsletters (if subscribed)
• Promotional offers (with opt-out option)

You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in emails or replying "STOP" to SMS messages.

13. Do Not Track Signals

Our website currently does not respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. However, you can control cookies and tracking through your browser settings as described above.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

15. Grievance Redressal (Indian IT Act Compliance)

In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011, the Grievance Officer for Degree Sarthi is:

• Name: Aren Rock (Proprietor)
• Email: grievance@degreesarthi.in
• Phone: +91 9257028706
• Address: AREN VILLA, 179, PECH AREA, GULABPURA, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, 311021

Any complaints or concerns regarding privacy or data handling should be submitted to the Grievance Officer, who will address them within 30 days.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: info@degreesarthi.in
• Phone: +91 9257028706
• Address: AREN VILLA, 179, PECH AREA, GULABPURA, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, 311021, India