Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we protect and manage your data.
Earnternship Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Information We Collect
- 3. How We Use Your Information
- 4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
- 5. Data Security
- 6. Your Rights and Choices
- 7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- 8. Third-Party Services
- 9. Data Retention
- 10. International Data Transfers
- 11. Children's Privacy
- 12. Changes to This Policy
- 13. Contact Us
1. Introduction
Welcome to Earnternship's Privacy Policy. This policy describes how Pushpendra Technology Pvt Ltd ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you use our internship platform.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our platform, including students, companies, and educational institutions.
Important: By using our platform, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:
Personal Information
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Identity Information | Name, date of birth, photo, government ID | Account creation, verification, compliance |
| Contact Information | Email, phone number, address | Communication, account management |
| Educational Information | University, degree, GPA, transcripts | Internship matching, eligibility verification |
| Professional Information | Resume, skills, work experience, portfolio | Internship applications, matching |
| Financial Information | Bank details, payment history | Payment processing, stipend distribution |
Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, features used
- Location Data: General location based on IP address
- Cookies and Tracking: Session data, preferences
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To create and manage your account, facilitate internship matches, and process payments
- Communication: To send important updates, internship opportunities, and respond to inquiries
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and enhance our platform's functionality
- Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Personalization: To tailor content and recommendations based on your profile and preferences
Legal Basis: We process your personal information based on your consent, contractual necessity, legal obligations, and legitimate interests as described in this policy.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent
We share your profile and application information with companies when you apply for internships. This includes your resume, skills, and educational background.
Service Providers
We engage trusted third parties to perform functions and provide services, including:
- Payment processors (Razorpay, Stripe)
- Cloud storage providers (AWS, Google Cloud)
- Analytics services (Google Analytics)
- Communication platforms (SendGrid, Twilio)
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption: Data in transit and at rest using industry-standard encryption
- Access Controls: Role-based access and authentication mechanisms
- Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
- Employee Training: Privacy and security awareness programs
- Incident Response: Procedures for handling data breaches
Note: While we implement robust security measures, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access Rights
You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Correction Rights
You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Deletion Rights
You can request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.
Portability Rights
You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
Objection Rights
You can object to certain processing activities.
Consent Withdrawal
You can withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@earnternship.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for basic platform functionality | Session |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings and preferences | 1 Year |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand how users interact with our platform | 2 Years |
| Marketing Cookies | Used to deliver relevant advertisements | 90 Days |
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.
8. Third-Party Services
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those services.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our platform.
Some key third-party services we use include:
- Payment Processors: For secure payment transactions
- Cloud Services: For data storage and processing
- Analytics Providers: For platform improvement insights
- Communication Tools: For email and notification services
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Active Accounts: While your account is active and for 3 years after last activity
- Inactive Accounts: 3 years after account deactivation
- Financial Records: 7 years for tax and legal compliance
- Application Data: 2 years after internship completion or rejection
After the retention period, we will securely delete or anonymize your personal information.
10. International Data Transfers
As a global platform, we may transfer and process your personal information in countries other than your country of residence.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including:
- Standard contractual clauses
- Adequacy decisions
- Binding corporate rules
By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
For Students Under 18: If you are under 18, you must have parental consent to use our platform and participate in internships. We may require verification of parental consent.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
For material changes, we will provide more prominent notice, such as email notification or in-platform announcements.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@earnternship.com
- Phone: +91 8920779896
- Address: 206 A1, Sector 59, Noida, Uttar Pradesh-201301, India
- Data Protection Officer: dpo@earnternship.com
We will respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.