Privacy Policy – BIE India

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information including, but not limited to:

Personal Information

• Full name
• Email address
• Mobile number
• Educational details

Automatically Collected Information

When users visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on the website
• Referral sources
• Cookies and tracking identifiers

2. How We Use Your Information

The information collected may be used for:

• Processing applications and registrations
• Evaluating candidates for programs, mentorships, or initiatives
• Communication regarding admissions, events, workshops, programs, and updates
• Internal analytics and reporting
• Marketing and promotional communication
• Program management and ecosystem engagement
• Compliance with legal or regulatory requirements

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies including:

• Google Analytics
• Meta/Facebook Pixel
• Website performance and analytics tools

These technologies help us:

• Understand user behavior
• Improve website performance
• Deliver relevant communication
• Analyze campaign effectiveness

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website functionalities may be affected.

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

BIE may share information with:

• Mentors, coaches, evaluators, or academic partners
• Technology and service providers
• Ecosystem collaborators or incubation partners
• Event or program partners
• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

We do not sell personal information to third parties. Any sharing of information is done only for legitimate business, educational, operational, or legal purposes.

5. Data Protection & Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect user information against:

• Unauthorized access
• Misuse
• Loss
• Alteration
• Disclosure

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect information, no digital platform or internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

6. User Rights

Users may:

• Request access to their personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of information where legally permissible
• Opt out of marketing communication
• Withdraw consent for specific data usage

Requests may be submitted through the contact information provided below.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites or platforms. BIE is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external platforms separately.

8. Data Retention

We may retain user information:

• For operational and program-related purposes
• For legal or compliance requirements
• For maintaining records and improving services

Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the engagement.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are generally intended for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, founders, professionals, and individuals above the age permitted under applicable laws.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from minors without appropriate consent, we may take steps to delete such information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

BIE reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us