Privacy Policy

Welcome to 1% Elite Minds ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you apply to our programs or enroll, we collect:

• Personal Information: Name, age, date of birth, email address, phone number
• Parent/Guardian Information: (For students under 18) Name, email, phone number
• Educational Background: Current school/college, grade/year, academic interests
• Application Details: Your responses to application questions, goals, motivation
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Razorpay (we do not store payment card details)

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
• Analytics Data: Via Google Analytics — pages visited, time spent, navigation patterns
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device

1.3 Information Generated During Program

• Session Recordings: Live Zoom/Google Meet sessions recorded for educational purposes
• Community Communications: Messages in WhatsApp groups, Slack, Discord
• Assignments & Projects: Student work, submissions, and deliverables
• Progress Data: Attendance records, challenge completion, assessment results

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Program Delivery

Providing access to course materials, live sessions, tracking attendance, personalized feedback, and facilitating community interactions.

2.2 Communication

Sending program announcements, responding to inquiries, sharing newsletters (opt-out anytime), and sending monthly progress reports to parents of minors.

2.3 Improvement & Development

Analyzing program effectiveness, improving curriculum based on student feedback, and identifying areas for enhancement.

2.4 Marketing & Success Stories

Showcasing student work and success stories — only with explicit permission. Aggregate, anonymized data may be shared publicly.

2.5 Legal & Safety

Complying with legal obligations, ensuring community safety, protecting against fraud, and enforcing our Terms & Conditions.

3. Information Sharing & Third Parties

We DO NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We only share with:

• Razorpay: Payment processing
• Zoom / Google Meet: Live session hosting
• WhatsApp / Slack / Discord: Community platforms
• Google Analytics: Website analytics (anonymized)
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government regulation

4. Data Storage & Security

Your information is stored in Google Drive, Google Sheets, and secure local, password-protected devices. We implement password-protected files, limited team access, and regular backups. No method of internet storage is 100% secure, but we strive to protect your information.

5. Data Retention

• Enrolled Students: Retained indefinitely for alumni records and certificates
• Rejected Applicants: Application data kept for 1 year, then deleted
• Payment Records: Kept for 7 years for tax purposes
• Session Recordings: Stored indefinitely for educational access

To request data deletion, email: 1eliteminds@gmail.com

6. Your Rights & Choices

• Access & Correction: Request access or correction of your information
• Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from newsletters anytime
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for specific uses at any time

Contact: 1eliteminds@gmail.com or 1eliteminds@zohomail.in

7. Special Provisions for Minors (Under 18)

• Verifiable parent/guardian consent required for enrollment
• Parents receive monthly progress reports
• We will NOT publicly share minor's information without explicit parent consent
• Live sessions monitored for appropriate conduct
• Community guidelines strictly enforced

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use Essential Cookies (required for functionality) and Analytics Cookies via Google Analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings. To opt-out of Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email. The "Last Updated" date will reflect any changes. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance.