Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AIDEK University ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website aidekuniversity.com and use our platform, including any related services, features, and content (collectively, the "Service").

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

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account or make a purchase, we may collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Password (stored in encrypted/hashed form)
• Payment information (processed securely via Razorpay — we do not store card details)
• Selected niche preferences
• Profile information you choose to provide (avatar, status, bio)

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use the Service:

• Course progress and watch time
• Login activity and streaks
• Chat messages and community interactions
• Device information, browser type, and IP address
• Pages visited and features used

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• To process transactions and manage your account
• To track your learning progress and award XP/scores
• To send notifications, updates, and promotional communications
• To enable community features (chat, posts, reactions)
• To provide AI-powered mentoring and quiz features
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Payment Processing

All payments are processed securely through Razorpay, a PCI-DSS compliant payment gateway. We do not store, collect, or have access to your full credit/debit card numbers. Razorpay's privacy policy governs how they handle your payment information.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers. We use industry-standard security measures including encryption (bcrypt for passwords), HTTPS, and secure cookie handling to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and improve your experience. Essential cookies are required for the Service to function (authentication, session management). You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect functionality.

7. Third-Party Services

We may share your information with the following third-party services:

• Razorpay — payment processing
• OpenAI — AI mentor and quiz features (no personal data shared, only learning context)
• SMTP/Email providers — for transactional emails

We do not sell your personal information to any third party.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Withdraw consent for promotional communications

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@aidekuniversity.com.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

AIDEK University
Email: contact@aidekuniversity.com
Website: aidekuniversity.com