Ethne Institute
At Ethne Institute, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data.
This page explains how we align with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users who visit our website from the European Economic Area (EEA).
1. Our Commitment
Your data is handled with care and responsibility.
We follow GDPR principles to ensure that your personal data is:
- Collected lawfully and transparently
- Used only for specific and clear purposes
- Limited to what is necessary
- Kept secure and protected
2. Data We Collect
We may collect limited personal data when you interact with our website, such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Messages submitted through forms
- Basic website usage data
We do not collect unnecessary or sensitive personal data unless you choose to share it.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data only when we have a valid reason.
Under GDPR, we rely on:
- Consent – when you submit a form or
- Legitimate Interest – to improve our website and services
- Legal Obligation – when required by law
4. How We Use Your Data
Your data may be used to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Provide information about programs and services
- Improve website performance
- Communicate important updates
We do not use your data for unrelated purposes.
5. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have full control over your personal data.
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability where applicable
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
6. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information.
Your data is stored securely and protected against:
- Unauthorized access
- Loss or misuse
- Disclosure
We use trusted service providers and secure systems to manage data.
7. Data Sharing
We do not sell or trade your personal data.
We may share data only when necessary:
- With trusted service providers (hosting, email services)
- When required by law or legal authorities
8. International Data Transfers
As we are based in India, your data may be processed outside the European Economic Area.
When this happens, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
9. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies in a limited and responsible way.
10. Data Retention
We keep your personal data only for as long as necessary:
- To fulfill the purpose it was collected for
- To comply with legal obligations
After that, data is securely deleted.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this GDPR Compliance statement from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights:
Ethne Institute
11/37/1 Ventrapragada Village
Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh – 521263
Phone
+91-9985852818
+91-9848812811