Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 25, 2026
At Techpath Research and Development Pvt Ltd ('Techpath', 'we', 'us', or 'our'), your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect when you visit techpath.biz or enrol in any of our IT training courses — offline at our Mughalsarai centre or via live online batches — and how we use, store, and protect that data.
This policy is aligned with India's Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act 2023 and applicable rules.
If you have any questions, contact us at privacy@techpath.biz or call +91 8299708052.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Give Us Directly
When you enquire about a course, register for a batch, or contact us, we may collect:
- Identity data: Full name, date of birth, gender
- Contact data: Mobile number, email address, postal address
- Educational data: Highest qualification, stream (Arts / Commerce / Science), previous institute
- Payment data: Fee payment records, UPI transaction IDs, receipt numbers (we do not store full card or bank account details)
- Communication data: Messages sent via our enquiry form, WhatsApp, or email
- Guardian data: Parent or guardian name and contact number (for students under 18)
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit techpath.biz, our systems and third-party tools may automatically collect:
- IP address and approximate location
- Device type, operating system, and browser version
- Pages visited, time spent on each page, and referring URL
- Cookie data (see our Cookie Policy for full details)
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
- Google / Meta — if you interact with our ads on Google Search, YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook
- WhatsApp — messages you send us via our WhatsApp Business number
- Word of mouth — if a friend or family member provides your contact details when enquiring on your behalf (we will only contact you with your consent)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data only for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Processing your course enrolment and confirming your seat | Contractual necessity |
| Sending batch schedules, class links, and study materials | Contractual necessity |
| Responding to your enquiries and providing student support | Legitimate interest |
| Processing fee payments and issuing receipts | Contractual necessity |
| Issuing course completion certificates | Contractual necessity |
| Providing placement assistance (resume, mock interviews, referrals) | Contractual necessity |
| Sending course updates, new batch announcements, or promotional offers | Consent (you may opt out at any time) |
| Improving our website and course content based on usage patterns | Legitimate interest |
| Detecting and preventing fraud or misuse of our services | Legitimate interest / Legal obligation |
| Complying with applicable Indian law | Legal obligation |
We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects on you.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it only in the following limited circumstances:
3.1 Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party providers who help us operate our services. They process your data only on our instructions:
- Google Workspace — email and class scheduling
- Google Meet / Zoom — live online class delivery
- Google Analytics — website usage analytics (anonymised)
- Meta Pixel — ad performance measurement (with your cookie consent)
- Payment gateways — processing course fee transactions
All service providers are contractually bound to keep your data confidential and secure.
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your data if required to do so by a court order, government authority, or applicable Indian law (including the DPDP Act 2023 and IT Act 2000).
3.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you via email or a prominent notice on techpath.biz before your data is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
3.4 With Your Consent
For any other sharing not described above, we will ask for your explicit consent first.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Enrolment and student records | 5 years after course completion |
| Payment and fee records | 7 years (as required by Indian accounting law) |
| Certificate records | Indefinitely (for verification purposes) |
| Website analytics data | 26 months (Google Analytics default) |
| Marketing communication preferences | Until you opt out |
| Enquiry and contact messages | 2 years |
After the retention period ends, data is securely deleted or anonymised.
5. Data Security
We take the security of your personal data seriously. Our measures include:
- SSL/TLS encryption on all pages of techpath.biz (HTTPS)
- Restricted access — only authorised Techpath staff can access student records
- Secure storage — student data is stored on password-protected, access-controlled systems
- No storage of full payment credentials — we do not store card numbers, CVVs, or full bank account details
- Regular reviews of our data handling practices
While we take every reasonable precaution, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. If you suspect any unauthorised access to your data, please notify us immediately at privacy@techpath.biz.
6. Your Rights Under the DPDP Act 2023
As a data principal under India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, you have the following rights:
Right to Access
You may request a summary of the personal data we hold about you and how it is being processed.
Right to Correction
You may request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold.
Right to Erasure
You may request deletion of your personal data where it is no longer necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, subject to legal retention obligations.
Right to Withdraw Consent
Where we rely on your consent to process data (e.g., marketing communications), you may withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
Right to Grievance Redressal
You have the right to raise a grievance with us regarding our data processing practices. We will respond within 30 days.
Right to Nominate
You may nominate another individual to exercise your rights on your behalf in the event of your death or incapacity.
To exercise any of these rights, email us at privacy@techpath.biz with your name, enrolled course, and the specific right you wish to exercise. We will respond within 30 days.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies on techpath.biz to keep the site running, understand how visitors use it, and (with your consent) show relevant course ads. For full details on the types of cookies we use and how to manage them, see our Cookie Policy.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites — for example, links to government portals, industry resources, or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before sharing any personal data with them.
9. Children's Privacy
Techpath's courses are open to students from age 10 upwards, with parental or guardian consent required for anyone under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data directly from children under 13 without explicit parental consent.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child without appropriate consent, please contact us immediately at privacy@techpath.biz and we will delete it promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time — for example, when we add new services, when the law changes, or when we want to make our explanations clearer. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the 'Last Updated' date at the top of this page
- Post a notice on techpath.biz for material changes
- Where required by law, seek your fresh consent
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
11. Grievance Officer
In accordance with the Information Technology Act 2000 and applicable rules, Techpath has designated a Grievance Officer for data-related concerns:
Grievance Officer: Director, Techpath Research and Development Pvt Ltd 📍 Circus Road, Mughalsarai, Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh 232101, India 📧 privacy@techpath.biz 📞 +91 8299708052
Complaints will be acknowledged within 48 hours and resolved within 30 days.
12. Contact Us
For any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data:
Techpath Research and Development Pvt Ltd 📍 Circus Road, Mughalsarai, Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh 232101, India 📧 privacy@techpath.biz 📞 +91 8299708052 💬 WhatsApp Us 🌐 techpath.biz