PRIVACYPOLICY
Your Trust and Privacy Are Important to Us
Effective Date: 7 Sep 2025
Website: Theaskt.org
Entity: Theaskt Learning Trust (referred to as “we”, “us”, “our”)
1. Introduction
Theaskt Learning Trust (“Theaskt.org”) is committed to protecting the privacy, dignity, and security of every learner, especially women and girls who trust us with their information.
By using our website, LMS, community spaces, courses, or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the platform.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in order to provide learning, scholarship, and community services.
A) Information You Voluntarily Provide
Examples include:
- Full name
- Phone number / WhatsApp number
- Email address
- City, state, country
- Age / gender (optional)
- Scholarship application details (optional)
- Payment or billing information (for paid programs)
- Messages, chat, community posts, support requests
- Uploaded assignments or portfolio work
B) Information Automatically Collected
Examples include:
- Device type (mobile/desktop/tablet)
- Browser & operating system
- IP address & location (approx.)
- Pages viewed & time spent
- Cookies and analytics data
C) Sensitive Personal Data (Only If You Choose to Share)
For scholarships or special programs, a learner may voluntarily share:
- Household income range
- Employment status
- Documents (optional)
- Special needs/disability (optional)
We collect such data only with your consent and handle it with extra care.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Create & manage your learning account
- Provide courses, certificates, and community access
- Offer scholarship and financial assistance
- Improve platform experience, features, and support
- Communicate important updates related to learning programs
- Prevent fraud and ensure platform safety
- Meet legal and compliance requirements
We do not sell your data.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share your information only in the following cases:
| Reason | Shared With |
|---|---|
| Payment processing | Secure, verified payment gateways |
| LMS operations | Trusted learning management software vendors |
| Mentorship & support | Verified instructors/mentors under confidentiality |
| Legal compliance | Government or legal authorities if required |
| Scholarships/CSR | Verified donor/CSR partners (anonymized when possible) |
We do not share your WhatsApp number or email for advertising by third parties.
5. Data Security
We use reasonable security measures to protect your data:
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
- Secure storage & restricted access
- Monitoring against unauthorized access
- Internal confidentiality commitments
No online system is 100% secure, but we do our best to protect your information.
6. Your Rights & Choices
As a user, you may:
- Request a copy of your stored data
- Update or correct your information
- Request deletion of your account, subject to legal retention rules
- Withdraw consent for communication (unsubscribe/opt-out)
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
To exercise these rights, contact: [email protected]
7. Children’s Privacy
Our platform is primarily for women and girls 18+.
If a minor (under 18) uses the platform, consent must be provided by a parent/guardian. If we learn a child’s data was collected without consent, we will delete it.
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies for:
- Login and authentication
- Saving learning preferences
- Analytics & page performance
- User experience improvements
You can disable cookies through your browser settings.
9. External Links
Our platform may link to external websites (e.g. YouTube, payment partners). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.
10. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as required for:
- Learning and certification records
- Support and legal compliance
- Scholarship verification (if applicable)
You may request deletion anytime (except where law requires retention).
11. Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be communicated via email or website notice.
Last updated date will always be shown at the top.
12. Contact Us (Privacy Concerns & Queries)
If you have questions or requests related to privacy or data protection:
Email: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]
Website: Theaskt.org
13. Legal Jurisdiction
This policy is governed by applicable laws of India, including data protection laws and regulations.
Final Assurance
At Theaskt.org, we understand that many women join our platform with trust and vulnerability — especially learners restarting after a break, applying for scholarships, or seeking safe community support.
We promise to handle your information with respect, confidentiality, and care.
Your learning journey should feel safe, dignified, and empowering.