Privacy Policy

At IT Connect, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• For Students: Name, email address, phone number, educational institution, course of study, academic records, resume/CV, and other application materials
• For Companies: Company name, contact information, business registration details, industry sector, and representative information
• For All Users: Account credentials, profile information, and communication preferences

Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you interact with our platform, including:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Search queries and application activity

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our platform services
• To match students with appropriate industrial training opportunities
• To facilitate communication between students and companies
• To process applications and manage the placement process
• To improve our platform and user experience
• To send important updates and notifications
• To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activities

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Partner Companies: We share student profiles and application materials with companies for placement purposes
• With Educational Institutions: We may share placement information with relevant educational institutions for verification and reporting
• Service Providers: We engage trusted third-party providers to assist with platform operations
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and regular security assessments.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but we continuously work to maintain the highest standards of data protection.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We typically retain:

• Active account information until account deletion
• Application data for 3 years after placement completion
• Financial records for 7 years as required by law

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: You can update or correct your information through your account settings
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements
• Objection: You can object to certain processing of your information
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and login information
• Understand how you use our platform
• Improve our services and user experience
• Provide personalized content and recommendations

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our platform.

8. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy applies only to IT Connect. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our platform and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

By using IT Connect, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.