Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 19, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes our policies and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our services. It also explains your privacy rights and how the law protects you.

We use your personal data to provide and improve our services. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words with capitalized initial letters have defined meanings as outlined below. These definitions hold the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or plural form.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

• Account means a unique account created for you to access our service or parts of our service.
• Affiliate means any entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with us.
• Application refers to Althafs School of Taxation, the mobile or desktop software provided by the organization.
• Company (referred to as either "the Company", "We", "Us" or "Our") refers to Althafs School of Taxation.
• Cookies are small files placed on your device that store details of your browsing history.
• Country refers to India.
• Device means any device that can access our service such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
• Personal Data refers to any information related to an identified or identifiable individual.
• Service refers to the Application, Website, or both provided by Althafs School of Taxation.
• Service Provider means any third party that processes data on behalf of the Company.
• Usage Data is data collected automatically during your use of the Service.
• Website refers to the official website of Althafs School of Taxation, accessible at https://althafs.com.
• You refers to the individual or legal entity using the Service.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data
While using our service, we may ask you to provide personal information such as:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Address (including city, state, and postal code)

Usage Data
This includes data such as:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited
• Time and date of visit
• Device identifiers
• Diagnostic and performance data

Device Permissions
If using our application, we may request access to:

• Camera or photos (with your consent)
• Device storage (for downloading course material)

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance and analyze our services. These may include:

• Session Cookies (temporary, deleted when browser is closed)
• Persistent Cookies (remain stored on your device)
• Web Beacons (used to monitor email opening rates or site visits)

You can manage cookie settings through your browser. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.

Use of Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Manage your account and authentication
• Fulfill any contract with you (e.g. course enrollment)
• Contact you regarding service updates, offers, or academic notifications
• Provide customer support
• Conduct analytics and service improvement
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance

Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share your personal data:

• With Service Providers to assist in providing services
• During business transfers or mergers
• With Affiliates and business partners
• With other users if you interact in public areas (e.g., forums)
• With your consent, for any additional purpose

Retention of Your Personal Data

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including to:

• Fulfill legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Improve our service

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information may be transferred to — and maintained on — systems located outside your state or country. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

Your Rights to Delete or Update Your Data

You have the right to:

• Request deletion of your data
• Update or amend your information
• Access your stored personal data

To exercise these rights, please contact us via the details provided on our website.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

We may disclose your data:

• During a business acquisition or merger
• To law enforcement or regulatory bodies
• To protect legal rights or prevent fraud
• To ensure the safety of users or the public

Security of Your Data

We implement commercially acceptable security measures to protect your data, but no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and log out after each session.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently gathered such data, we will take immediate steps to delete it.

Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website or app may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies independently.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify you of significant updates via email or app notification.