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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy”) describes how we, LNMIIT (“LNMIIT” or “we” or “us”), collect, use, and share information about our users (“you”) through our Platform. Please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy (collectively the “Terms”) that govern the use of the Platform and Programs. This Privacy Policy shall form a part of the Terms by way of reference. All capitalized terms not defined in this Privacy Policy have the respective meanings set forth in the Terms of Use. This Privacy Policy applies only to the part of the Platform provided by LNMIIT, and we are not responsible for the practices of persons, companies, institutions, or websites that LNMIIT does not control, manage, or employ.

Please understand that by using our Platform or submitting any Personally Identifiable Information (defined below) to us, you consent and agree that we may collect, use, disclose, and retain your information (including but not limited to your Personally Identifiable Information) in accordance with this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use, and as permitted or required by law. LNMIIT reserves the right to share the information collected hereunder with its own affiliates. In the event of a sale or transfer of all or a portion of our business assets, consumer information may be one of the business assets transferred as part of the transaction. If you do not agree with these Terms, then please do not provide any Personally Identifiable Information to us. If you refuse or withdraw your consent, or if you choose not to provide us with any required Personally Identifiable Information, we may not be able to provide you with the services that can be offered on our Platform.

1. INFORMATION COVERED BY THIS PRIVACY POLICY

Some of our Platform’s functionality may be used without revealing any personal information, though for features or services related to the Programs, personal information is required. If you do not use these specific features or services on the Platform, then the only information we collect will be “Non-Personal Information” (i.e., information that cannot be used to identify you). Non-Personal Information includes information such as the web pages that you have viewed.

In order to access certain features and benefits on our Platform, you may need to submit “Personally Identifiable Information” (i.e., information that can be used to identify you). Personally Identifiable Information can include, but is not limited to, information such as your name, email address, contact number (cellular and landline), educational qualification(s), and post-qualification or work experience, among other things.

You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the Personally Identifiable Information you submit to LNMIIT. Inaccurate information may affect your ability to use the Platform, the information you receive when using the Platform, and our ability to contact you. For example, your email address should be kept current because that is one of the primary manners in which we communicate with you.

2. INFORMATION COLLECTION

2.1 NON-PERSONAL INFORMATION

When you visit our Platform, we may track, collect, and aggregate Non-Personal Information, including but not limited to:

  • The pages of our Platform you visited, the order in which they were visited, and when they were visited.
  • Which hyperlinks were clicked.
  • URLs from which you linked to our Platform.

We may log information such as your IP address, operating system, and browser software. Although this information is not Personally Identifiable Information, it may enable us to determine your Internet Service Provider and the geographic location of your connectivity.

2.2 PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION

We collect Personally Identifiable Information you provide when:

  • Signing up for email updates or Programs.
  • Participating in public forums or chat services.
  • Sending us email messages.
  • Participating in online events or accessing other services on our Platform.

This information may include, but is not limited to, your name, email address, contact number, educational qualifications, and work experience.

LNMIIT or its Educational Partners and third-party service providers may collect information related to assignments, exams, or other assessments. For example:

  • During a proctored exam, we may collect information to verify your identity, such as a signature, a photograph or recording (e.g., via webcam), or details from a photo identification card.
  • We may monitor your performance during an exam to ensure adherence to applicable rules (e.g., confirming you are not using prohibited resources).
  • Information about your performance, such as quiz scores, grades, and evaluations, may also be collected.

2.3 THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDERS

We may receive Personally Identifiable Information when you access or log in to third-party platforms (e.g., Facebook, WhatsApp) through our Platform. The information we obtain is subject to the third-party platform’s privacy policies and your consent regarding what information is shared.

Third-party service providers under contract with LNMIIT may serve ads on our behalf across the Internet. They may collect information about your visits to our Platform and interactions with our services. This information, collected through pixel tags or similar technologies, is used to target advertisements. These third parties are not permitted to sell or share your Personally Identifiable Information as part of this process. However, LNMIIT is not responsible if third parties violate these terms.

2.4 INFORMATION WE RECEIVE FROM OTHER SOURCES

We may receive information about you if you use other platforms we operate or services we provide. In such cases, we will inform you when the data is collected and that it may be shared internally and combined with data collected on this Platform.

Additionally, we may work with third parties, such as Educational Partners, subcontractors, advertising networks, analytics providers, and search information providers. We may receive information about you from these sources.

Non-Personally Identifiable Information collected from visitors, such as the total number of visitors, types of web browsers (e.g., Google Chrome®), and operating systems (e.g., Windows®), helps us improve our Platform and services.

3. USE OF INFORMATION

3.1 USE OF PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION

We may use the Personally Identifiable Information you provide to:

  • Respond to your questions and provide the specific Program-related information and/or services you select.
  • Send you updates about the Programs or other LNMIIT events.
  • Send email messages about Platform maintenance or updates.

We use the Personally Identifiable Information collected during your participation in a Program for various management and processing purposes, including tracking attendance, progress, and completion. For example, we may use this information to administer exams, projects, and other assessments within the Program.

Additionally, LNMIIT may share your Personally Identifiable Information with the Educational Partner (e.g., university or company) that developed or offered the Program, as well as instructors, graders, or mentors associated with your Program. This information may be shared during or after the Program.

For example, if you are enrolled in a Program through a university, we may share your Personally Identifiable Information and performance with that university to report your progress. Similarly, if your employer sponsors your Program, we may share your grades, evaluations, or progress with your employer. The privacy policies of the Educational Partners will govern the use of any shared information.

We may also use your Personally Identifiable Information to provide services, conduct quality control, or for future communications. For example, LNMIIT may provide chat room services that allow communication with staff, and we will use your Personally Identifiable Information to facilitate this.

3.2 SHARING WITH THIRD PARTIES

In certain cases, we may share your Personally Identifiable Information with third parties, such as potential employers or service providers like Facebook, to provide services associated with the Program. These third parties may use your data to create groups or deliver updates related to the Program. Please note that any information shared on third-party platforms is subject to the privacy policies of those platforms, and LNMIIT is not liable for how they manage your data.

We may also share your information with companies that manage digital wallets, payment services, or rewards programs if you opt to participate in such programs. However, LNMIIT is not responsible for the privacy practices of these companies, and we recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing your information.

3.3 DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

LNMIIT may disclose your Personally Identifiable Information to government authorities in response to legal requests such as court orders or subpoenas. We may also share information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding suspected illegal activities.

If LNMIIT undergoes a sale, merger, or reorganization, your Personally Identifiable Information may be transferred to the new entity.

3.4 USE OF NON-PERSONAL INFORMATION

Non-Personal Information may be used in aggregate form to improve our services. For example, we may perform statistical analysis on user demographics, interests, and behaviors on the Platform to build higher quality, more useful services.

4. PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

Any Personally Identifiable Information voluntarily displayed by you on the Platform may be used by third parties for unsolicited purposes. Please note that LNMIIT shall not be liable for such unsolicited use by third parties of your Personally Identifiable Information which has been voluntarily displayed by you.

5. AGGREGATED DATA

“Aggregated Data” refers to records that have been stripped of personally identifiable information and manipulated or combined to provide generalized, anonymous information. Your identity and personal information are not available in Aggregated Data. We may combine your personal information on an anonymous basis with other information to generate Aggregated Data for internal and commercial use, as well as for sharing with affiliates, subsidiaries, and business partners for planning and marketing purposes.

6. PROTECTION OF INFORMATION

6.1 CONFIDENTIALITY AND SECURITY
LNMIIT takes all reasonable precautions to protect your Personally Identifiable Information both online and offline, in order to avoid unauthorized breach. In addition, we participate in cooperative database services. These services help us direct newsletters, mailings, and other marketing initiatives to appropriate users and visitors. Names and mailing addresses may be shared between participating parties in the cooperative database services.

6.2 NOTIFICATION OF CHANGES
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time, and it will be posted on this Platform when updated, so that you are always aware of what information we collect, how we use it, and the circumstances under which we may disclose it. Unless stated otherwise, our current privacy policy applies to all information that LNMIIT has about you and your account.

6.3 YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS & MOBILE NUMBER
We may store the email addresses/mobile numbers of those who communicate with us via email/mobile and add them to our mailing/SMS list when you sign up to receive special promotions and updates. By electing to receive emails/SMS/calls from us, you will be able to receive exclusive information and special offers, which you may otherwise not learn about from our Platform. If you are a registered user and wish to change your preferences, or prefer to opt out by regular mail/SMS/calls, you may mail us at admissions@lnmiit.ac.in to notify us of your request.
Once you have submitted your email opt-out request, you may assume it has been successfully received and your request is being processed. Please allow us fourteen business days from when the request was received to complete the removal, as some promotions may already be in process before your request was submitted.

6.4 THIRD PARTY LINKS
Our Platform may contain links to other sites. These linked sites are not under the control of LNMIIT. Please be aware that LNMIIT is not responsible for the privacy practices of such other sites. LNMIIT advises you to read the privacy policies of every website that collects Personally Identifiable Information. If you decide to access any of the third-party sites linked to the Platform, you do so entirely at your own risk. Any links to any partner of the Platform should be the responsibility of the linking party, and LNMIIT shall not be responsible for notifying any change in the name or location of any information on the Platform.

7. CHILDREN AND MINOR'S PRIVACY

LNMIIT strongly encourages parents and guardians to supervise the online activities of their minor children and consider using parental control tools available from online services and software manufacturers to help provide a child-friendly online environment. These tools can also prevent minors from disclosing their name, address, and other personally identifiable information online without parental permission. Although the Platform is not intended for use by minors, LNMIIT respects the privacy of minors who may inadvertently use the Platform and shall delete their information upon intimation.

8. COOKIES & WEB BEACONS

Cookies are small pieces of information saved by your browser onto your computer or mobile device. Cookies are used to record various aspects of your visit and assist LNMIIT in providing you with uninterrupted service. Web beacons are small graphic files linked to our servers that allow us to track your use of our Platform and related functionalities.

We may use cookies and/or web beacons to help us determine and identify repeat visitors, the type of content and sites to which a user of our Platform links, the length of time each user spends in any particular area of our Platform, and the specific functionalities that users choose to use. Cookies and web beacons allow LNMIIT to serve you better and more efficiently and to personalize your experience at our Platform. Cookies and web beacons are not used to retain Personally Identifiable Information. From time to time, we may also use additional typical methods of collecting data.
You should be able to control how and whether cookies are accepted by your web browser. Most browsers offer instructions on how to reset the browser to reject cookies in the “Help” section of the toolbar. If you reject our cookies, many functions and conveniences of this Platform may not work properly.

9. CHANGING OUR PRIVACY POLICY

Please note that we review and may make changes to this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes to this Privacy Policy will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. By accessing the Platform, you signify your agreement to the modified Privacy Policy and all of the changes. Be sure to return to this page periodically to ensure familiarity with the most current version of this Privacy Policy.

10. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

The miscellaneous provisions provided in our Terms of Use shall apply to this Privacy Policy as well.