Privacy Policy



1. Introduction

Welcome to Haribhai V. Desai College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Pune. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, faculty members, website visitors, and all individuals who interact with our website.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website or submit information through our online forms.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Personal Information

Full Name

Email Address

Mobile Number

Postal Address

Date of Birth

Educational Qualifications

Admission-related Information

Any information voluntarily submitted through inquiry, admission, or contact forms

Technical Information

IP Address

Browser Type

Device Information

Pages Visited

Date and Time of Visit

Referral Sources

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected for:

Processing admission inquiries and applications

Responding to your queries

Providing academic and administrative services

Sending admission updates and important notifications

Improving our website and user experience

Maintaining institutional records

Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

4. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and improve website functionality.

Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.

5. Information Sharing

Haribhai V. Desai College does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

Information may be shared only:

When required by law

With government or regulatory authorities

With authorized service providers assisting in website operations

For academic or administrative purposes as permitted by applicable regulations

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party websites. Users are encouraged to review their respective privacy policies.

8. Student Information

Student records and personal information are maintained in accordance with applicable educational regulations and institutional policies.

Access to student information is restricted to authorized personnel who require such information for academic or administrative purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended to collect personal information from children under the age permitted by applicable laws without parental or guardian consent.

10. Your Rights

You may request:

Access to your personal information

Correction of inaccurate information

Updating of your records

Clarification regarding how your information is used

Requests may be submitted through the contact details provided below.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Haribhai V. Desai College reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

12. Contact Information

Haribhai V. Desai College of Arts, Science and Commerce

Address: 596, Behind Shanivar Wada, Budhwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411002

Phone: +91 2069086231 / +91 7498310821

Email: info@hvdesaicollege.edu.in