Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Ketikakumra.com collects, uses, and protects the information you provide while using our website.

Who We Are

Our website address is: https://ketikakumra.com

Information We Collect

  • Personal information such as name, email address, phone number, and academic details submitted via forms
  • Comments and metadata, including IP address and browser user agent string (for spam detection)
  • Cookies and usage data for site analytics and performance
  • Media files you may upload (note: avoid uploading files with embedded location data)

Comments

When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form. An anonymized string (hash) created from your email address may be shared with the Gravatar service. View the Gravatar privacy policy here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. Once your comment is approved, your profile image may be publicly visible.

Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Save your details when you leave comments (valid for one year)
  • Determine if your browser accepts cookies (temporary cookie during login)
  • Save login and display preferences (lasting between 2 days to 1 year)
  • Store post editing information (expires after 1 day)

You may disable cookies via your browser settings.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, etc.). These external sites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interaction with embedded content as if you visited those sites directly.

Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, data may be shared:

  • With third parties involved in the study abroad process (with your permission)
  • With automated spam detection services for comment moderation
  • If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the email

Data Retention

  • Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely
  • Registered users (if any) may have their information stored in a user profile
  • Users can view, edit, or delete their data anytime (except usernames)

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data (excluding necessary legal data)
  • Withdraw consent for future contact

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to secure your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Contact

For privacy-related questions, email us at: hi@ketikakumra.com