Privacy Policy

L. D. Dhanani Arts College ("the College", "we", "our", or "us") respects the privacy of students, parents, staff, alumni, visitors, and all users of our website and online services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

By using our website or submitting information to the College, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

• Student Name
• Parent/Guardian Information
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Address
• Mobile Number
• Email Address
• Academic Qualifications
• Aadhaar Number or Government-issued ID (where legally required)
• Passport-size Photograph
• Category/Caste information (if required for admission or government regulations)
• Uploaded documents for admission or verification
• Website usage information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies

2. Purpose of Collecting Information

• Processing admissions and enrollments
• Student registration and academic records
• Examination and result processing
• Scholarship and government compliance
• Communication regarding academic activities
• Issuing certificates and official documents
• Library and campus services
• Placement and career guidance activities
• Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Improving our website and services

3. Use of Personal Information

The College uses personal information only for legitimate educational and administrative purposes. We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

4. Sharing of Information

Information may be shared only when necessary with:

• Government Departments
• Universities and Affiliated Educational Authorities
• Examination Authorities
• Scholarship Agencies
• Accreditation Bodies
• Legal Authorities where required by law

Such sharing is limited to the extent necessary to fulfill legal or academic obligations.

5. Data Security

The College implements reasonable technical and administrative measures to safeguard personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Although we strive to protect your data, no electronic storage or internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

6. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience, remember preferences, and analyze website traffic. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.

7. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services such as Google Forms, Google Maps, Google Analytics, payment gateways, or educational platforms. These services operate under their own privacy policies, and the College is not responsible for their privacy practices.

8. Student Records

Student records are maintained in accordance with applicable laws, university regulations, and institutional policies. Access to student information is restricted to authorized personnel.

9. Children's Privacy

As an educational institution, we may collect information from students below the age of 18 for admission and academic purposes with the knowledge or consent of parents or guardians where applicable.

10. Your Rights

• Request access to your personal information.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request updating of your records.
• Contact the College regarding any privacy-related concern.

Requests may be subject to applicable legal and institutional requirements.

11. Retention of Information

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill educational, administrative, legal, regulatory, and archival obligations.

12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

The College reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on the official website with the updated effective date.

13. Contact Us

L. D. Dhanani Arts College
Gajerapara, Amreli, Gujarat, India

Email: lddhananiamreli@gmail.com