Website: https://stxavierscolleges.com
Contact Email: contact@stxavierscolleges.com
At St. Xavier’s Colleges (referred to as “we,” “our,” or “the institution”), we are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you visit our website, interact with our services, or engage with us online.
Information We Collect
We may collect various types of information from you depending on your interaction with our site and services:
a. Personal Information
This includes details that you voluntarily provide, such as:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Postal address
- Academic records (for applicants/students)
- Identity documents (if applicable)
b. Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected data includes:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Time and date of visit
- Referring URL
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to gather this data (see Section 6 below).
How We Use Your Information
The data we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries and provide requested information
- To process admission applications
- To maintain academic records and communications
- To send updates about courses, events, and college news
- To improve our website functionality and user experience
- To comply with legal or regulatory obligations
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Your personal data may be shared in the following scenarios:
- With Academic Departments: To manage applications, academic records, and communication.
- With Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us manage IT systems, email services, or data storage, under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: If compelled by law, court order, or regulatory authorities, we may disclose your information.
Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to:
- Protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure
- Prevent data loss or misuse
- Encrypt sensitive information where applicable
Data is stored on secure servers, and access is limited to authorized personnel only.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information under certain conditions
- Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another institution (if feasible)
To exercise your rights, please contact us at contact@stxavierscolleges.com.
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:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze site traffic
- Offer relevant content
You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by St. Xavier’s Colleges. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we discover that we have collected such data unintentionally, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal obligations. The updated version will be posted on this page with the revised “Effective Date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: contact@stxavierscolleges.com
Website: https://stxavierscolleges.com