PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction
Welcome to Jowai Polytechnic (“we,” “our,” or “us”).
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information of students, staff, visitors, and other users who access our official website.
By using our website, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information
When you use our website or contact us, you may voluntarily provide information such as:
Name
1. Email address
2. Phone number
3. Address
4. Academic details (e.g., course, department, year of study)
5. Application or admission details (for prospective students)


b. Non-Personal Information
We also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, such as:
1. IP address
2. Pages visited and time spent on the site
3. Date and time of access
This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.

3. How We Use the Information
1. We use the collected information to:
2. Respond to your inquiries or requests
3. Process applications and admissions
4. Communicate important academic and administrative updates
5. Improve website functionality and user experience
6. Maintain records for academic or administrative purposes
7. Ensure security and prevent unauthorized access
8. We do not sell, rent, or trade any personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us analyze website traffic and remember user preferences. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the website may not function properly without them.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
1. We may share your information only in the following situations:
2. With authorized staff or departments within Jowai Polytechnic for academic or administrative purposes
3. With government or regulatory authorities, when required by law
4. With service providers assisting us in website hosting, communication, or IT support (under confidentiality agreements)
5. We do not share personal information for marketing or commercial purposes.

6. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no electronic transmission or storage method is completely secure.

7. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to external or third-party websites. Jowai Polytechnic is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for academic, administrative, or legal purposes, or as required by applicable laws and institutional policies.

9. Your Rights
You may have the right to:
1. Access or correct your personal information
2. Request deletion of personal data, where applicable
3. Withdraw consent for certain uses of your data
4. To make such requests, please contact us using the details below.

10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect institutional changes or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Jowai Polytechnic Ladthadlaboh, Jowai – 793150 West Jaintia Hills District, Meghalaya Email: jowaipolytechnic@yahoo.com