1. Information We Collect

When you interact with our website or fill out our eligibility/application form, we may collect the following information:

• Full name, email address, and phone number
• Educational background and work experience
• City and location details
• Responses to eligibility questions
• Device information and IP address (collected automatically)
• Browser type and pages visited on our website

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide for the following purposes:

• To assess your eligibility for the Buzzing Skills residency program
• To contact you regarding your application status
• To send updates about upcoming batches, events, and program news
• To share relevant opportunities with EdTech hiring partners (only with your consent)
• To improve our website and program based on usage patterns
• To comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• EdTech Hiring Partners — if you are selected for the internship phase, your performance data and profile will be shared with the relevant partner company
• Service Providers — trusted tools like Google Forms, email platforms, and analytics services that help us operate our program
• Legal Requirements — if required by law, court order, or government authority

4. Data Storage & Security

Your personal information is stored securely using industry-standard practices. We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

Application data submitted via Google Forms is stored on Google's secure servers and governed by Google's Privacy Policy in addition to ours.

5. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use basic cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. This helps us improve the user experience.

• We do not use advertising cookies or tracking pixels
• You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time
• Disabling cookies will not affect your ability to use our website

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access — request a copy of the data we hold about you
• Correction — ask us to correct inaccurate information
• Deletion — request that we delete your personal data
• Opt-out — unsubscribe from communications at any time
• Portability — request your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the email below.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy — typically for the duration of your engagement with our program and up to 2 years thereafter, unless you request earlier deletion.

8. Children's Privacy

Our program and website are intended for individuals who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor has submitted data to us, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.