Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to the mobile application “mGMVM – Gangadharpur Mahavidyamandir Online Student App” (“App”), developed and published by Gangadharpur Mahavidyamandir (“we”, “us”, or “our”), as listed on the Google Play Store.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of students, parents/guardians, and all users who access and use the App.

1. Information We Collect

1. (i) Personal Information: Student name, admission/registration number, date of birth, student ID, course/class details, contact number, and email address.
2. (ii) Parent/Guardian Information (if applicable): Name, contact number, and relationship to the student.
3. (iii) Academic & Administrative Information: Attendance details, notices, announcements, and academic-related data.
4. (iv) Payment Information (if enabled): Transaction ID, payment mode (UPI, Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking), transaction date, and amount.
   Note: We do not store card or UPI credentials.
5. (v) Login Credentials: Username and password stored securely in encrypted form.
6. (vi) Technical Information: IP address, device information, app version, access time, and usage logs.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide student-related services through the App
• Process online fee payments and generate receipts
• Display academic and administrative information
• Send notifications and important updates
• Respond to queries and provide support
• Improve App performance, security, and usability
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent personal data.

Information may be shared only with:

• Authorized payment gateway providers
• Government or regulatory authorities when required by law
• Authorized internal departments of the college

4. Data Security

• SSL-encrypted communication
• Restricted access to personal data
• Regular system monitoring

No digital system is completely secure. Users must protect their login credentials.

5. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for educational, administrative, legal, and regulatory purposes.

6. User Rights

• Access personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion where legally allowed
• Withdraw consent where applicable

7. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies or similar technologies may be used to improve functionality and analytics. Disabling cookies may affect some features.

8. Third-Party Services

The App may integrate third-party services such as payment gateways. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of the App indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

Gangadharpur Mahavidyamandir
Address: Gangadharpur, Howrah, West Bengal, India
Email: (same email as listed in Google Play Console)