Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2nd May 2026 | Last Updated: 31 May 2026

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which OnlineDegree247 ("we", "us", or "our"), operated by its proprietor from 13-F, Ground Floor, Barra-2, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh – 208027, collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the www.onlinedegree247.com website ("Site"). This policy is compliant with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 ("IT Rules").

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information from Users:

Identity Information: Full name, date of birth, gender.
Contact Information: Mobile number, email address, postal address (state/city).
Academic Information: Qualifications, preferred course, preferred university.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages (via server logs and analytics tools).
Communication Records: Messages submitted via contact forms, enquiry forms, or WhatsApp.

We collect this information when you fill out an enquiry form, apply for a course, subscribe to newsletters, or contact us via any channel.

2. How We Use Collected Information

We use the information we collect from you for the following lawful purposes:

To process your course enquiry and connect you with our counsellors.
To facilitate your admission into a partner university or program.
To send periodic emails, SMS, or WhatsApp messages with information about courses, scholarships, and admission updates — you may opt out at any time.
To improve our website and services based on usage patterns.
To respond to customer service requests and queries.
To comply with legal obligations under applicable Indian law.

3. Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI)

As per Rule 3 of the IT Rules, 2011, we may collect sensitive personal data such as financial information (when assisting with fee payments or EMI) only with your prior consent and only to the extent necessary. We do not store credit card numbers, bank account details, or passwords in plain text. All such data is handled through secure payment gateways regulated by RBI guidelines.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

Partner Universities: Solely for the purpose of processing your admission application, with your implied consent at the time of enquiry.
Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you — bound by confidentiality obligations.
Legal Authorities: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority under Indian law.

5. Cookies

Our website may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. Your browser places cookies on your hard drive for record-keeping and sometimes to track information about you. You may choose to set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. If you do so, some parts of the Site may not function properly.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your enquiry or admission process is active, and thereafter for a period of up to 3 years for record-keeping and compliance purposes, unless a longer retention period is required by law. After this period, data is securely deleted.

7. Data Security

We adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information stored on our Site, as required under Rule 8 of the IT Rules, 2011. Our website uses SSL encryption (HTTPS) for all data transmission. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

8. Your Rights

As a User, you have the following rights under applicable Indian law:

Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for us to process your data at any time (this will not affect prior lawful processing).
Right to Grievance Redressal: Lodge a complaint with our Grievance Officer (see below).

9. Grievance Officer

As per Rule 5(9) of the IT Rules, 2011, we have appointed a Grievance Officer to address any complaints or concerns regarding the processing of your personal information:

Grievance Officer — OnlineDegree247
13-F, Ground Floor, Barra-2, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh – 208027
📞 +91 6390001638
📧 info@onlinedegree247.com
We will resolve your complaint within 30 days of receipt.

10. Third-Party Websites

Users may find advertising or other content on our Site that links to the websites and services of our partners, universities, suppliers, and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third-party sites.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

OnlineDegree247 may update this policy at any time. We encourage Users to check this page periodically. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this policy and become aware of modifications.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us:

📍 13-F, Ground Floor, Barra-2, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh – 208027
📞 +91 6390001638
💬 WhatsApp: +91 6390001638
📧 info@onlinedegree247.com

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising under this Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.