PRIVACY POLICY
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and academic information:
a. Personal Identifiable Information (PII):
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Postal address
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Date of birth
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School or college details
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Parent/guardian details (for minors)
b. Academic & Professional Information:
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Academic transcripts, certificates, test scores (SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, etc.)
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Resume or CV
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Personal statements or essays
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Letters of recommendation
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Extracurricular profiles and achievements
c. Technical Information:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device and OS
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Usage data (pages visited, time spent, etc.)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
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Deliver personalized consulting services
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Develop tailored application strategies
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Schedule consultations and sessions
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Communicate updates and important notices
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Improve our website and offerings
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Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Information Sharing
We may share your data with:
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Partner colleges or institutions (with your consent)
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Our internal team, mentors, or consultants
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Law enforcement or regulatory authorities, if required by law
For minors, we ensure that parents/guardians are informed and consent to such sharing.
4. Data Protection
We implement appropriate security measures to safeguard your data, including:
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Secure servers and restricted access to data
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SSL encryption on our website
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Internal confidentiality agreements
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data:
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For as long as necessary to provide services
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As required to comply with legal or regulatory obligations
You may request the deletion of your data by writing to us at contact@altherconsulting.com.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Access the personal information we hold about you
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Request correction or deletion of your data
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Withdraw consent at any time
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File a complaint with a data protection authority, if applicable
For minors, such rights may be exercised by their parent/guardian.
7. Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage cookie settings via your browser.
8. Third-Party Services
Our Website may link to third-party sites (e.g., payment gateways, university portals). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Alther Consulting
📧 Email: hello@altherconsulting.com
📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India