Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to CareerJyoti ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you use our website https://www.careerjyoti.in, including our blog, educational content, job updates, results, answer keys, syllabus, admit cards, and related services.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (profile picture, bio, educational background)
• Comments and feedback on blog posts
• Information submitted through contact forms
• Subscription preferences for newsletters and updates
• Job application materials when applying through our platform

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Device information (browser type, IP address, device type)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, clicking patterns)
• Location information (country, region)
• Browser cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Log file information

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Social media profile information when you connect your accounts
• Information from education partners and job posting partners
• Analytics data from service providers

2.4 Advertising Management System (AdMS) Information

• Advertiser account information (name, contact details, company information)
• Authentication credentials for the global CareerJyoti account
• Campaign performance data and metrics
• Payment and billing information
• Campaign configuration and preferences

For advertisers using our AdMS platform:

• All advertiser data is treated as confidential and is not shared with third parties
• Access to campaign performance data is restricted to authorized account holders only
• Contact information is used solely for account identification and campaign-related communications
• Advertiser account data is stored securely and separately from general user data

2.5 Survey Information

• Survey responses and feedback data
• Device information for system optimization, including:
  • Device type and model
  • Operating system version
  • Browser type and version
  • Screen resolution and display settings
  • Connection type and speed metrics
• Survey completion metrics and user interaction data

For survey participants:

• Survey responses are collected anonymously unless explicitly stated otherwise
• Device information is used solely for system optimization and improvement
• Aggregated survey data may be used for research and analysis purposes
• Individual survey responses are not shared with third parties

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our services
• Personalizing your experience on our website
• Sending notifications about new content, job opportunities, and updates
• Analyzing and improving our website performance
• Communicating with you about your account or inquiries
• Protecting our legal rights and preventing misuse
• Complying with legal obligations
• Managing and optimizing advertising campaigns through our AdMS platform
• Providing advertisers with campaign performance metrics and analytics
• Analyzing survey responses to improve our services and user experience
• System optimization based on device information collected during surveys

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist in operating our website
• Educational institutions and employers (for job-related services)
• Analytics and advertising partners
• Law enforcement when required by law
• Other users (for public profile information only)

4.1 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests from public authorities.

4.2 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our business assets, your information, which may include personal data, could be transferred as part of the transaction. This transfer is typically done to continue providing our services without interruption. In such cases, the acquiring company or entity will assume the rights and obligations associated with your data, as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

We will take reasonable steps to ensure that any third party acquiring your information will handle it in accordance with applicable privacy laws and this Privacy Policy. You will be notified about such changes, and you will be given an opportunity to review the updated privacy terms before any significant changes occur in how your information is managed.

4.3 Advertiser Data Protection

For users of our Advertising Management System (AdMS):

• Advertiser account information and campaign data are kept strictly confidential
• Access to campaign performance metrics is restricted to authorized account holders
• We do not share advertiser data with third parties unless required by law
• Campaign performance data is stored securely with enhanced protection measures

4.4 Survey Data Usage

For survey participants and data:

• Survey responses are anonymized by default
• Device information is used internally for system optimization only
• Aggregated survey results may be shared with relevant stakeholders
• Individual responses remain confidential and are not shared with third parties

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your information
• Object to processing of your information
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request data portability
• Opt-out of marketing communications

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Regular backups and disaster recovery plans
• Employee training on data protection

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

8.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential cookies for website functionality
• Analytics cookies to understand user behavior
• Preference cookies to remember your settings
• Marketing cookies for targeted advertising

8.2 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website.

9. Third-Party Services

Our website includes links to third-party websites and services. These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.

9.1 Third-Party Integration

• Social media platforms
• Payment processors
• Analytics providers
• Advertising networks
• Content delivery networks

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:

• Email: contact@careerjyoti.in
• Company: CareerJyoti Inc.
• Website: https://www.careerjyoti.in