Privacy Policy
Last updated: 19 July 2026
Effective date: 19 July 2026
Online Granthalaya is an educational learning platform for university students. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we use it, and the choices available to you.
Information we collect
- Account information: name, email address, username, contact number, university, course, and semester when you create or update a student account.
- Contributor information: qualifications, institution, expertise, experience, portfolio or sample links, motivation, and application review status.
- Communications: details submitted through contact, newsletter, and content-report forms.
- Technical information: IP address, browser and device details, pages viewed, referring pages, and cookie or analytics identifiers.
How we use information
We use information to operate accounts, personalise relevant academic choices, review contributor applications, respond to requests, investigate content reports, protect the platform, measure performance, and improve educational resources.
Cookies, analytics, and advertising
We may use essential session cookies, analytics services, and advertising services such as Google Analytics or Google AdSense. These providers may set cookies or process technical information under their own privacy policies. You can manage non-essential cookies through your browser or provider controls.
Sharing of information
We do not sell personal information. We may share limited information with service providers that host, secure, analyse, or support the platform; when required by law; or to protect users, rights, and platform integrity.
Data retention and security
We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described above, including legal, security, and dispute-resolution needs. We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards, but no internet service can guarantee absolute security.
Your choices
You may update account information from your profile. You may request access, correction, or deletion of personal information by contacting us. Some records may be retained where required for security, legal obligations, or legitimate platform operations.
Children and students
The platform is primarily intended for higher-education learners. If you are under the age at which you can consent to data processing in your jurisdiction, use the platform with permission from a parent or guardian.
Contact
For privacy questions or requests, email granthalayaonline@gmail.com.