This privacy policy is being disclosed in accordance with the regulations of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and other applicable rules, including the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 (“IT Rules”).

This Privacy Policy outlines the stance of JICE IAS’s website – jiceias.com, (hereinafter referred to as “the Website”) and JICE IAS’s mobile application –  (hereinafter referred to as “the App”), regarding the collection, storage, usage, protection, and disclosure of your information while you interact with the Website and the App.

Kindly read this Privacy Policy carefully alongside the Terms of Use. If you do not comprehend or accept any part of this policy, refrain from using the Platform. Your usage or ongoing usage of the Platform implies your explicit consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and the Terms of Use.

For the context of this Policy, accessing the Website and the App, including any accessible or downloadable study material, is collectively termed as the “Services.” The combined reference to the Website and the App is “the Platform.”

This Privacy Policy is an integral component of the Terms of Use for JICE IAS Services and should be considered as a whole. Terms capitalized here but undefined have the same meanings as assigned in the Terms of Use.

INFORMATION COLLECTED FROM YOU

When you engage with the Platform through registration, login, account creation, post creation, test series purchase, mock test attempts, etc., or by interacting via third-party websites/apps or other communications with the Platform, JICE IAS may gather your personally identifiable information such as name, date of birth, gender, demographic details, photos, email address, telephone number, mobile phone number, credit/debit card details, geographic location, mailing address, social media account specifics including contacts/friends list, and exam preferences.

JICE IAS will utilize this information to verify your user identity, provide the Service, administer your account, notify you about Service changes or policy updates, manage its business operations, develop new products/services, send newsletters and promotional offers, comply with legal requirements, conduct research and analysis, and enhance the quality and presentation of the Service for you.

Upon registering on the Platform, you affirm and consent to providing JICE IAS with the mentioned personal details, which is deemed lawful, necessary, and permissible. You retain the right to discontinue Platform use. JICE IAS is not obligated to provide Services without the specified information.

Content shared under JICE IAS’s “create a post,” comments, upvotes, or other interactions on the Platform is not considered personal information and may be used without consent for purposes like improving products, developing new ones, and sending promotional messages.

AUTOMATICALLY COLLECTED INFORMATION

During interactions with the Platform, JICE IAS and third-party advertisers/service providers may automatically collect data to enhance transactions (e.g., registration confirmation) and promotions. Collection methods include:

• Log Files: Platform servers receive and log browser/device information (IP address, device ID, network/operator details, OS, browser type, etc.) to validate users and improve user experience.
• Mobile Device: Device-specific data (ID, model, OS, etc.) collected to enhance App functionality.
• Cookies: Data files placed on devices for tracking interactions and personalizing the Platform.
• Web Beacons: Transparent images in emails help analyze customer behavior.
• Mobile Analytics: Data collected to understand App usage patterns.
• Payment/Purchase Information: For paid features, payment gateways collect information directly; JICE IAS assumes no liability.

SHARING OR DISCLOSURE OF COLLECTED INFORMATION

We commit not to share your information without your consent, except when mandated by law or contracts. Disclosures include legal necessities, limited sharing with service providers/business partners for improvement, and sharing for service enhancement purposes.

SECURITY OF COLLECTED INFORMATION

We employ technical and organizational measures to protect personal data. While we strive to secure your data, internet transmission isn’t entirely secure. Any transmission is at your risk. Data is retained only as needed.