1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how ThinkQuest (“ThinkQuest”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you access or use our website and online learning platform (the “Service”). It also explains the choices you have regarding your information.
By creating an account or otherwise using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy. If you do not agree with it, please do not use the Service.
2. Information we collect
Information you provide to us
- Account details — your name, email address, mobile number, and password when you register.
- Profile information — an optional profile photo and any details you choose to add.
- Content you submit — comments on blog posts, messages sent through our contact form, and similar contributions.
Information we collect automatically
- Learning activity — courses you enrol in, materials you open, quiz attempts, answers, scores, time taken, and your leaderboard ranking.
- Technical & log data — your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and timestamps, collected through standard server logs.
- Cookies — small files used to keep you signed in and maintain your session (see “Cookies” below).
3. How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- create, operate, and secure your account;
- deliver course materials, run quizzes, and calculate scores and rankings;
- personalise your experience and remember your preferences;
- communicate with you about your account, including registration, approval, and important notices;
- respond to your enquiries and provide support;
- monitor usage, prevent fraud and abuse, and enforce our Terms of Service;
- maintain, improve, and develop new features; and
- comply with our legal obligations.
6. Data retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we remove your personal data from our active systems, except where we are required to retain certain information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements. Residual copies may remain in routine backups for a limited period before being overwritten.
7. Data security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information, including hashed password storage and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for keeping your password confidential and for any activity under your account.
8. Your rights and choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- access the personal information we hold about you;
- correct or update inaccurate information;
- request deletion of your account and personal data;
- object to or restrict certain processing; and
- request a copy of your information in a portable format.
You can view and update most of your details, and delete your account, directly from your account settings. To make any other request, contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
9. Children's privacy
The Service is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
10. International data transfers
Your information may be processed and stored on servers located in a country different from your own. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to such locations, which may have data-protection laws that differ from those in your country.
11. Third-party links
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that we do not operate. This Policy does not apply to those third parties, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any information.
12. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. When we make material changes, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
13. Contact us
If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your information, contact us at contact@thinkquest.in or through our contact page.
ℹ️This Privacy Policy is provided as a general template for an educational platform. Laws vary by region — please have it reviewed by a qualified legal professional to ensure it fits your specific circumstances and jurisdiction.