Privacy Policies
This Privacy Notice ("Notice") is promulgated by Universe, an entity dedicated to facilitating educational opportunities within United Kingdom academic institutions. The purpose hereof is to elucidate the methodologies, principles, and protocols governing the collection, processing, and protection of personal data pertaining to website visitors, service inquirers, and registered users.
1. Definitions
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"User": An individual currently engaged with Universe's services, including students and parents.
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"Visitor": An individual accessing the Universe website without formal registration.
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"Personal Data": Any information capable of directly or indirectly identifying an individual.
2. Data Collection Framework
2.1 Data Collection Categories
Universe engages in data collection across three primary domains:
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Website Visitors
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Service Inquiry Participants
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Registered Service Users
2.2 Website Interaction Data Collection
Scope of Collection
When accessing the Universe website, the following categories of data may be collected:
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Internet Protocol (IP) Address
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Web Traffic Metrics
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Voluntarily Submitted Personal Particulars
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Publicly Accessible Social Media Information
Rationale for Collection
The collected data serves the following primary objectives:
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Optimization of User Experience
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Provision of Targeted Informational Resources
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Analytical Website Performance Assessment
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Strategic Marketing Engagement
Data Sharing Protocol
Data may be disseminated exclusively to:
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Authorized Service Providers
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Entities Essential to Website Functionality
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Parties Bound by Strict Confidentiality Agreements
2.3 Direct Interaction Data Collection
When individuals initiate direct communication or registration, Universe may collect:
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Nominal Identifiers
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Electronic and Postal Communication Coordinates
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Telephonic Contact Information
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Educational Aspirational Profiles
3. Data Retention Policy
Personal data shall be retained solely for the duration necessitated by:
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Explicit Service Provision
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Statutory Legal Requirements
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Legitimate Organizational Interests
4. Consent Mechanisms
Continued utilization of Universe's digital platforms and services constitutes implied consent to the data handling practices delineated herein.
5. Legal Compliance and Disclosure
Universe reserves the right to disclose personal information without prior notification in circumstances involving:
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Imminent Safety Risks
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Mandatory Legal Compulsion
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Prevention of Potential Malfeasance
6. Data Protection Contact
For inquiries relating to data protection, please contact:
Data Protection Officer
Universe
Registered Address
GAMMA Building,
D22 /4, TTC MIDC Turbhe
Navi Mumbai – 400705