DEFINITIONS

“We,” “Us,” and “Our” refer to DC, which stands for Development Consortium. “Development Consortium” or “DC” means a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 vide registration no: 57363/2006 having its registered office at Flat No 6, Block no 7, Narmada, Nelson Mandela Marg, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi – 110070.

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“You” in this Privacy Policy means you, your duly authorized representatives and any entity you may represent in connection with your use of the website.

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“Users” in this Privacy Policy refers to individuals who visit, interact with, or utilize the services and content provided on DC’s website.

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“Data” means a representation of information, facts, concepts, opinions or instructions in a manner suitable for communication, interpretation or processing by human beings or by automated means.

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“Personal data” means any data about an individual who is identifiable by or in relation to such data.

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“Non-Personal Data” refers to the data which is not a ‘Personal Data’, or  the data without any Personally Identifiable Information (PII), including but not limited to browser information and details, operating system information, mobile device information, pages accessed, times of visit and referring websites, applications or services including relevant search queries that led you to our services is considered Non-Personal Data.

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DATA WE COLLECT

DC collects data through digital platforms with your explicit consent. This data helps us tailor our platforms to better meet your needs and ensure our operations run smoothly. We are committed to protecting your information and handling all data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

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Following are the kinds of data collected by DC:

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Personal Identification Information
We may collect your name, email, phone number, fax number, postal address, interests, and preferences, including data on your online behavior on our website.

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Demographic Information
We may collect demographic information such as your age, gender (if necessary) which could be a part of surveys and questionnaires conducted by DC.

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Technical Data
We may collect your operating system, device type (e.g., desktop, tablet, mobile), IP address, browser type and version for customization and compatibility purposes. Additionally, we gather screen resolution, device manufacturer and model, ISP, and browsing behavior, including pages visited, time spent, and links clicked.

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Payment Details
We may collect your billing name, billing address, and payment method details for relevant transactions through our website so that we can process your donation. DC may also request additional personal information, such as credit card details or any transactional information, solely for processing donations.

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Other relevant documents and information
We might collect your academic transcripts, certificates, curriculum vitae, resume and other such relevant documents required for career prospects.

Any other information you directly provide to us will also be obtained.

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COLLECTION OF DATA FROM DIFFERENT SOURCES

DC collects various types of information to enhance your experience and improve our services. When you register for events, fill out surveys, or interact with us through forms, we collect personal information such as your name, contact details, and other relevant data. This also includes payment and billing information when you make transactions for donations or other purposes, as well as your email address and other contact details for updates or newsletters.

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We gather information from posts, queries, or concerns you raise on our website, via phone, or email. To understand how you use our website, we employ tracking technologies such as browser cookies and Google Analytics. These tools help us improve your user experience.

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Through cookies, web beacons, and other technologies, we automatically collect information about your use of our website. This includes your domain name, browser type, operating system, web pages viewed, links clicked, IP address, visit duration, and referring URL. Cookies, which are text files placed on your device by a web server, help us recognize returning users and improve site efficiency. These cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses and are unique to you, readable only by the server that issued them.

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We may combine this automatically collected information with other data we have about you, including your username, name, and other personal information, to provide a more personalized experience. If you log into our site using a social media service, you may need to provide your email address, username, and/or password associated with that service. By logging in through a social media service, you may grant us access to information hosted by the service, such as your name, profile picture, gender, networks, user IDs, list of friends, date of birth, contact information, email address, and any other information you have set to the public. You will be notified and asked to consent to the specific information shared during the sign-in process. We store this information along with other data we collect from you.

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UTILIZATION OF YOUR DATA

The information you provide to DC helps us bring changes and improve our website, ensure content is presented effectively for you, and respond to your requests, inquiries, comments, or concerns.

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Additionally, DC uses your data to communicate updates and promotions, ensure smooth transactions, and manage any of your requests. By collecting and using your data, we aim to create a seamless and effective experience, ensuring that all interactions with DC are secure, efficient, and tailored to your needs.

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DISCLOSURE OF YOUR DATA

DC may disclose aggregated information about our users, which does not identify any individual, without restriction.

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• To our affiliates, contractors, service providers, and other third parties who support our business. These parties are bound by contractual obligations to keep personal information confidential and to use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.

• To fulfill the purpose for which the information is provided or for any other purpose disclosed by us at the time the information is provided, with your consent.

• In cases of suspected fraud, unlawful activity, safety threats, or policy violations to relevant authorities, law enforcement agencies, or internal compliance teams within DC as the case may be.

• To comply with court orders, laws, or legal processes, including responding to any government or regulatory requests.

• If we believe disclosure is necessary or appropriate to protect the rights, property, or safety of DC, any individuals affiliated with DC, or others. This includes exchanging information with other companies and organizations for the purposes of fraud protection and credit risk reduction.

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STORING AND SECURING YOUR DATA

DC aims to maintain a secure digital workspace and uphold user privacy rights. DC is committed to securing and keeping your data confidential using advanced technologies and software to prevent theft, unauthorized access, and disclosure. However, we cannot guarantee 100% secure data transmission over the internet.

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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
We strive to provide you with choices regarding the personal information you provide to us and have created mechanisms to give you control over your information.

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Tracking Technologies and Advertising: You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. You have the discretion to accept or decline our use of cookies. By using cookies on our website, you agree to share information about your online activities, such as web traffic and time spent on site. DC uses this data to tailor our website to your interests. After analysis, the data is automatically deleted. Cookies do not control your computer; they only track useful pages to enhance your online experience. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of this site may become inaccessible or not function properly.

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News and Updates: If you do not wish to have your email address/contact information used by us to send news and updates about our work, you can opt out by sending an email request to info@devcons.org. Additionally, we provide an option to unsubscribe from any email communication at the bottom of every online correspondence.

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Your Rights: You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information, request limits on its use, or object to its processing. If you believe your data is inaccurate or outdated, please contact info@devcons.org for corrections. We may not accommodate a request to change information if we believe the change would violate any law or legal requirement or cause the information to be incorrect. We will erase data when it is no longer needed for its intended purpose and ensure the accuracy of your information.

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DATA RETENTION 
DC shall retain Personal Information collected from you for such a time period as may be required to fulfill the purpose for which such Personal Information was collected.

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DATA BREACH  NOTIFICATION
In the event of a data breach, DC is committed to promptly notifying affected individuals and relevant authorities to ensure transparency and take appropriate action.

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COPYRIGHT PROTECTION
DC owns all content on its website, including but not limited to text, graphics, interfaces, audio clips, logos, and software which are protected by intellectual property laws. Users are permitted to use this content solely for funding programs, making donations, or inquiring about opportunities. Any other use including but not limited to reproduction or distribution modification, transmission, republication, exhibition, and performance requires DC's prior written consent.

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Unauthorized use of content, including for profit, modifications, or use on other websites or networked environments, may result in criminal or civil penalties for copyright, trademark, and other legal violations. DC reserves the right to take legal action against such use. Please contact DC for permission for any usage not explicitly allowed.

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CHILDREN UNDER 13
DC does not engage or accept any data provided by a child below the age of 13. If notified of such, DC will immediately delete any such information.

 

ANY CHANGES OR UPDATES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
This Policy may be updated or modified at any moment without prior notice by DC. Kindly ensure periodic review to this policy to ensure you are aware of any modifications or changes. Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@devcons.org if you have  queries about any modifications we have made to our policy. If we make material changes to how we treat our users personal information, we will notify you through a notice on the homepage of the website.

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GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL
If you have any grievances or concerns regarding DC’s Privacy Policy, please feel free to contact us at grievance@devcons.org.