SIC Thalassery is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all members, volunteers, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website and institutional services.

• Information We Collect:
  We may collect personal details including: Name, Member ID, Mobile Number, Address, Photo, Educational Information, Institutional affiliation details, and other information required for registration, verification, communication, and participation in institutional programs.
• Purpose of Data Collection:
  Your information is collected only for official institutional purposes such as: membership registration, identity verification, event coordination, communication regarding programs and activities, maintaining institutional records, and improving administrative services.
• Legal Basis for Processing Information:
  Personal information is processed based on your consent at the time of registration and for legitimate institutional administrative requirements.
• Data Storage & Security:
  We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or loss. Access to personal data is restricted only to authorized administrative personnel.
• Use of Uploaded Photos & Documents:
  Any photo or supporting documents uploaded during registration may be used only for identification, membership records, verification purposes, ID generation, and official institutional communication.
• Cookies & Session Storage:
  Our website may use cookies or secure session storage mechanisms to maintain login sessions, improve functionality, and enhance user experience. These technologies do not collect sensitive personal information.
• Third-Party Service Providers:
  We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to any third party. Limited technical access may be provided only to trusted service providers such as hosting platforms or system administrators strictly for operational purposes.
• Internal Data Sharing:
  Your information may be shared internally with authorized institutional coordinators or administrators for verification, communication, and program management purposes only.
• Data Retention:
  Personal information will be retained only as long as necessary for institutional administrative requirements or legal obligations.
• User Rights:
  You have the right to request correction, updating, or removal of your personal data. Requests may be submitted to the institutional administration for review and action.
• Policy Updates:
  This Privacy Policy may be revised periodically to reflect improvements, institutional requirements, or legal compliance updates. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
• Contact Information:
  For privacy-related concerns or support requests, please contact:
  
  SIC Thalassery Administration
  Email: info@sicthalassery.in

Last updated: March 2026