1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines how KGISL Institute of Technology (KITE) collects, uses, and protects any personal information you provide while using our website and institutional mobile application. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy, and all information collected will be handled in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

• Contact Information: This includes your name, email address, mobile number, phone number, residential address, city, state, postal code, country, and IP address.
• User-Generated Content: Any content you post in public areas of our website or official social media platforms managed by us.
• Demographic Information: This may include data provided through surveys or other interactions on our platforms.
• Technical Information: Details such as IP address, browser type, referring websites, time spent on our platforms, pages accessed, and interactions. We may also collect information about your mobile device and operating system version.

3. How We Collect Information

• Directly from You: Information collected through online application forms, inquiry submissions, or when you contact us via phone, email, or social media.
• Automatically Through Tracking Tools: Technologies like Google Analytics, browser cookies, and similar tools help us analyze website and app usage patterns.
• From Third Parties: We may receive personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number through third-party platforms like social media.

4. Use of Personal Information

Your information may be used for the following purposes:

• 1.Institutional promotions and outreach.
• 2.Responding to queries or confirming online application submissions.
• 3.Enhancing the user experience and student services.
• 4.Analyzing trends and improving website/app functionalities.
• 5.Ensuring security across systems and platforms.
• 6.Sending marketing communications via email, SMS, or WhatsApp.
• 7.Delivering important notifications such as admission updates.
• 8.Other uses as permitted by law.

5. Sharing Information with Third Parties

• 1.Information may be shared with service providers or business partners working on our behalf.
• 2.Disclosure may occur when legally required or in response to court orders or government requests.
• 3.Information may be shared for fraud investigation or addressing security issues.

6. Cookies Policy

• What Are Cookies? Small files stored on your device to enhance user experience and collect usage data.
• How We Use Cookies: For analyzing traffic, improving content delivery, and customizing user interactions. These cookies do not access any data beyond what you voluntarily provide.
• Managing Cookies: You may choose to disable cookies via your browser settings. However, doing so may limit some website functionalities.

7. Policy Updates

We reserve the right to modify this policy at any time. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

8. Contact Information

For any questions or suggestions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hostel@kgkite.ac.in.