Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 11, 2024

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Hanyu Path, we deeply respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the information you provide when using our website and services.

We believe in transparency and want you to understand exactly what information we collect, why we collect it, and how you can control your data. This policy applies to all visitors and users of our website and services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

Fill out contact forms or inquiry forms
Register for courses or consultations
Subscribe to newsletters or updates
Communicate with us via email or phone

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you choose to provide in your communications with us.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies:

Browser type and version
Operating system
IP address and general location information
Pages visited and time spent on our website
Referring website or source that brought you to our site

This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve our services.

Analytics and Tracking

We use analytics services to better understand website usage patterns. These services may collect:

Page views and navigation patterns
Device and browser information
Geographic location (city and country level)
Traffic sources and referral information

This data is collected in aggregate form and does not personally identify individual visitors.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Delivery: To respond to your inquiries, provide course information, and deliver the educational services you request
Communication: To send you updates about courses, schedules, and relevant information about our services
Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve our content, features, and user experience
Marketing: To send you promotional materials about our courses and services, which you can opt out of at any time
Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and the rights of others
Security: To maintain the security and integrity of our website and services

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We work with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering services. These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your data.
Analytics Partners: We use analytics services to understand website usage. These partners collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Data Security and Protection

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it:

Encryption: We use secure encryption protocols for data transmission
Access Controls: We limit access to personal information to authorized personnel only
Regular Monitoring: We regularly monitor our systems for potential vulnerabilities and security threats
Data Minimization: We collect only the information necessary to provide our services
Secure Storage: Personal data is stored securely with appropriate safeguards

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will make reasonable efforts to protect your data.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

Contact form inquiries: Retained for up to 2 years or until you request deletion
Course enrollment records: Retained for the duration of your enrollment plus 3 years for administrative purposes
Marketing communications: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion
Analytics data: Typically retained in aggregate form for up to 26 months

After the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize your personal information unless we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes.

Your Rights and Data Control

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to Object: You can object to processing of your data for certain purposes, including marketing
Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your data
Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the top of this page. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Your Rights and Opt-Out Instructions

You are not required to provide any personal information when using this website. If you prefer not to share your data, you may:

Avoid filling out contact forms, account registrations, or any data-submitting features
Disable cookies through your browser settings (see our Cookie Policy for more details)
Contact us directly to request the deletion of any previously shared personal data
Opt out of marketing communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails

We respect your privacy choices. If you would like us to delete your data, please reach out to us at the contact details provided on our Contact page. We will process your request promptly.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than India. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

For significant changes, we will provide more prominent notice, such as through email notification or a notice on our website homepage.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

By email: info@domain.com
By phone: +91 33 4582 7163
By mail: Hanyu Path, 56 Salt Lake Sector V, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700091

We are committed to working with you to obtain a fair resolution of any privacy concerns.