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1. Introduction
Welcome to Oja, a digital platform owned and operated by Medha Setu Services Pvt Ltd, registered in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India (“Company”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information when you access or use the Oja platform and its associated portals, including student, teacher, parent, and admin dashboards, shop and wallet, video conferencing, workshops, tournaments, counselling, and upskilling services (collectively, the “Services”).
By using Oja, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information from users in several ways, including through account registration, usage activity, and interactions with schools or administrators.
a. Information You Provide
- Name, email address, phone number, gender, and profile photo.
- School or institution details, class, and role (student, teacher, parent, admin).
- Login credentials and account information.
- Wallet details, purchase history, and transaction records.
- Information shared during workshops, mentoring sessions, or communication tools (e.g., chat, video).
- Any other information voluntarily shared by you.
b. Automatically Collected Information
- Device and browser information (IP address, operating system, device type).
- Usage logs, including login times, features used, and in-app activity.
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience.
c. Third-Party Information
- Payment details processed by Razorpay (we do not store your card or banking details).
- Information received from your school or institution to create or manage accounts.
3. How We Use the Information
- Provide and improve the Oja Services and features.
- Enable communication between students, teachers, parents, and administrators.
- Facilitate online payments, wallet top-ups, and shop transactions.
- Organize workshops, counselling sessions, and tournaments.
- Monitor and ensure safe and appropriate platform usage.
- Send notifications, updates, and service-related communications.
- Maintain security and prevent unauthorized access or misuse.
- Comply with applicable laws and institutional agreements.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We respect your privacy and only share data under the following conditions:
- With Schools/Institutions: User performance, attendance, or related academic data may be shared with the respective institution’s administrators.
- With Service Providers: We use third-party partners (e.g., Razorpay for payments, cloud hosting providers) who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process.
- Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or restructuring, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction.
We never sell or rent personal data to advertisers or unrelated third parties.
5. Wallet and Payment Information
- Payments made on Oja are securely processed through Razorpay, which complies with PCI-DSS standards.
- We do not store your full payment credentials (e.g., card or UPI details).
- Wallet balances can only be used within the Oja ecosystem and are non-transferable.
- Transaction and billing information is retained for accounting and legal compliance.
6. Data Storage and Security
- All data is stored securely on our servers located in India (or approved cloud servers).
- We use industry-standard encryption, firewalls, and access controls to protect personal data.
- Only authorized employees and partners have access to user data, under confidentiality obligations.
- While we take strong measures, no system is completely secure, and users share data at their own risk.
7. Data Retention
We retain user information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide Services under an active subscription.
- Comply with legal obligations.
- Resolve disputes or enforce agreements.
After the retention period, personal data is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. User Rights and Choices
Depending on applicable laws, users may:
- Access, correct, or update their personal information.
- Request deletion or deactivation of their account.
- Withdraw consent to data processing (where applicable).
- Request details of how their data is used.
Requests can be sent to [Insert your support email], and we will respond in accordance with applicable laws.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Oja uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain user sessions.
- Remember preferences.
- Analyze platform usage and improve experience.
You may disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function properly.
10. Children’s Privacy
Oja is designed for use by schools, which may include students under 18.
- Parents, guardians, or authorized school administrators manage access for minors.
- We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from minors without consent.
- If you believe a minor’s data has been collected improperly, please contact us immediately.
11. Data Transfer
All data is processed and stored in India. If data is transferred outside India for technical reasons, we ensure adequate protection consistent with Indian data protection laws.
12. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email or platform notification. Continued use of Oja after such notice indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Medha Setu Services Pvt Ltd
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
Email: [Insert official email address]