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Published in accordance with Rule 3 (1) of the Information Technology (Intermediaries guidelines) Rules, 2011, this Privacy Policy outlines the rules, regulations, privacy practices, and Terms of Use for accessing or using the Meri Startup Hub website, https://meristartuphub.com (“Website”). Meri Startup Hub (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) owns and manages this Website, which offers incubation services (“Services”) to startups (“you,” “your,” “user”).
Meri Startup Hub and its affiliates value your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use your data. Please review this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of your data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
This Policy covers both “online” (via the Website) and “offline” (e.g., through telephone or in person) data collection by us. If you interact with us through any platform, this Privacy Policy applies to you. We recommend reading this Privacy Policy thoroughly to understand our policies and practices.
WE WANT YOU TO
- Feel comfortable using our Website.
- Feel secure when submitting information to us.
- Contact us with any questions or concerns about privacy.
- Understand that by using our Website, you consent to the collection of certain data by the Company.
WHAT INFORMATION IS, OR MAY BE, COLLECTED FROM YOU?
We automatically receive and collect certain anonymous information through our web server’s standard usage logs. This includes computer identification information obtained from “cookies,” which are sent to your browser from:
- A web server cookie stored on your hard drive.
- The IP address assigned to the computer you use.
- The domain server through which you access our service.
- The type of computer you’re using.
- The type of web browser you’re using.
- The device ID.
We may collect the following Personal Information about you
- Name (First & Last Name)
- Email ID
- Mobile and phone numbers
- Contact details
- Residential/office address
- Complete address with pin code
- Demographic details.
“Personal Information” refers to any information that relates to a user, which can directly or indirectly identify the user, and includes sensitive personal data or information. We may also collect information about:
- The pages you visit/access
- The links you click on our Website
- The number of times you access our pages on our Website
- The date and time you access our Services
- The website address, if any, that linked you to our Website.
WHO COLLECTS THE INFORMATION?
The Company may collect, receive, possess, store, manage, or handle the Personal Information as described herein. We may also obtain information about you from a third party with whom you have booked your appointment for Services.
Personal Information may be collected as part of a voluntary registration process. We aim to make our Services user-friendly, and as we add new features, we might need to collect additional Personal Information from you.
The Website may contain links to other websites/apps. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites/apps that we do not own, manage, or control.
HOW IS THE INFORMATION USED?
We use your Personal Information to:
- Provide you with the requested Services
- Help us offer personalized features
- Send you information about new initiatives or relevant information we think you might find useful or interesting
- Provide you with feedback, newsletters, and other marketing activities
- Tailor our sites to your interests
- Contact you when necessary
- Preserve social history as governed by existing law or policy
We use information internally to:
- Direct our efforts for service improvement
- Conduct internal training and data analysis
- Perform research, analysis, and other business-related purposes without directly disclosing your Personal Information
Generally, we use anonymous traffic information to:
- Remind us of who you are to deliver better and more personalized service
- Recognize your access privileges to our Website
- Track your entries in some of our promotions
- Help diagnose problems with our server
- Administer our Website
- Track your session to better understand how people use our Website
DISCLOSURE POLICY
Personal Information may be disclosed to any person if such disclosure is required for a lawful purpose connected with a function or activity of the Website. Personal Information may also be disclosed where necessary for compliance with a legal obligation. We do not rent, sell, publish, or share your Personal Information unless:
- We have your permission
- It is necessary to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding unlawful activities, suspected fraud, potential threats, violations of the Company’s terms of use, or to defend against legal claims
- It is required by subpoenas, court orders, requests/orders from legal authorities, or law enforcement agencies
WHAT CHOICES DO YOU HAVE REGARDING THE COLLECTION, USE, AND DISTRIBUTION OF YOUR INFORMATION?
Sharing your Personal Information is completely voluntary. You do not need to register with us to use our Website; however, certain Services are only accessible to registered users. You can change your preferences at any time and opt in or out of any marketing, promotional, or newsletter mailings.
Upon request, we will remove or block your sensitive personal identifiable information from our database, effectively canceling your registration. Nevertheless, your information may still be stored in our server archives even after the deletion or termination of your account.
If we intend to use your sensitive personal identifiable information for commercial purposes, we will notify you when we collect the information and give you the option to opt-out of having your information used for those purposes.
WHAT SECURITY PROCEDURES ARE IN PLACE TO PROTECT INFORMATION FROM LOSS, MISUSE, OR ALTERATION?
To protect against the loss, misuse, and alteration of information under our control and to comply with Rule 8 of IT Rules, 2011 (Reasonable security practices and procedures and sensitive personal data or information), we have implemented appropriate physical, electronic, technical, operational, and managerial procedures.
Our servers are accessible only to authorized personnel, and your information is shared with respective personnel to complete transactions and provide the Services you requested.
While we strive to safeguard the confidentiality of your sensitive personal identifiable information, internet transmissions cannot be made absolutely secure. No measures are 100% effective in protecting your Personal Information completely. You are encouraged to take steps to prevent your Personal Information from being misused, such as logging off after using a shared computer, choosing a robust password, not sharing your password with anyone, and changing it periodically. We cannot be held responsible for the unauthorized use of your Personal Information or any suspicious activity on your account. By using our Website, you agree that we will have no liability for the disclosure of your information due to transmission errors or unauthorized acts of third parties.
HOW CAN YOU CORRECT INACCURACIES IN THE INFORMATION?
To correct or update any information you have provided, the Website should allow you to do it online. In the event of lost access details, you may send an email to meristartuphub@meri.edu.in.
YOUR CONSENT
By agreeing to the terms of this Privacy Policy, you consent to our processing of your Personal Information for the purposes stated herein.
COOKIES
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to store user preferences, understand the usage of Services, and improve our Services. Some cookies and technologies may recall sensitive personal data indicated by a user. Most browsers allow you to control cookies, including whether or not to accept them and how to remove them. You may set your browser to notify you if you receive a cookie or choose to block cookies, but please note that blocking cookies may require you to re-enter your original user ID and password to gain access to certain parts of the Website.
POLICY UPDATES
We reserve the right to change or update this policy at any time, and we may place a prominent notice on our Website. Such changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this Website.
USER DECLARATIONS
- I understand and acknowledge that Personal Information is being collected.
- I understand and acknowledge the purpose for which my Personal Information is being collected.
- I understand and acknowledge the intended recipients of the information.
- I understand that I have the option not to provide the data or information sought by the Company and the Website.
- I understand that I also have the option to withdraw my consent given earlier to the Company, and I accept that such withdrawal shall be sent in writing. I understand that the Company may choose not to provide the services for which the information was sought upon withdrawal of consent.
- I have read and understood this Privacy Policy and all other policies governing the usage of the Website.
DISCLAIMER
The Company shall not be liable for any loss or damage sustained due to any disclosure (inadvertent or otherwise) of any information concerning the account and/or omission or inaccuracy with respect to any information so disclosed and used, whether or not in pursuance of a legal process or otherwise.