This Privacy Policy governs the collection, processing, and retention of information through pragna-campus-magazine.vercel.app (hereinafter referred to as "the Platform"). The Platform is maintained by student editorial staff at Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies, Nuzvid campus (hereinafter "RGUKT Nuzvid" or "the Institution").
By accessing or utilizing the Platform, users acknowledge and consent to the practices described herein. This policy applies to all users, contributors, and visitors regardless of access method or geographic location.
The Platform may collect information voluntarily submitted through contact forms, subscription requests, or content submission interfaces. Such information may include names, institutional email addresses, student identification numbers, and academic affiliation details.
Technical data is collected through standard web protocols, including IP addresses, browser configurations, device identifiers, access timestamps, referrer URLs, and interaction patterns. This data is gathered through server logs and may utilize standard tracking mechanisms inherent to web infrastructure.
The Platform may employ third-party analytics services to evaluate usage patterns and improve service delivery. These services operate under their respective privacy policies and may collect data independently of our direct collection practices.
Information collected is processed for the following purposes: platform operation and maintenance, content distribution and editorial management, communication with contributors and readers, security monitoring and breach prevention, compliance with institutional policies and applicable regulations, and aggregate statistical analysis for service improvement.
Data processing is conducted in accordance with principles of minimization, ensuring only necessary information is collected and retained for legitimate operational purposes.
Information is not sold, rented, or otherwise commercialized. Data may be shared under the following circumstances: within the Institution for administrative or academic purposes, with service providers operating under confidentiality obligations, when required by law or in response to valid legal processes, in connection with the investigation of security incidents or policy violations, or with user consent for specific purposes.
Any data sharing arrangements are governed by appropriate agreements ensuring recipient compliance with privacy standards comparable to this policy.
Information is retained for periods necessary to fulfill stated purposes or as required by institutional record-keeping policies. Data is stored using commercially reasonable security measures, though no system can guarantee absolute security.
Upon request, and subject to legitimate retention requirements, user data may be deleted or anonymized. Archived publication content may be retained indefinitely as part of the Institution's academic record.
Subject to applicable law and institutional policy, users may request access to their personal information, correction of inaccurate data, deletion of information no longer required, or restriction of certain processing activities. Requests should be directed through the contact channels specified below.
The Platform respects user preferences regarding communications and provides mechanisms to unsubscribe from non-essential notifications.
The Platform implements technical and organizational measures designed to protect information against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. These measures include access controls, encryption for data transmission, regular security assessments, and staff training on data protection practices.
Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any authentication credentials and for activities conducted through their accounts.
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in practices, technologies, or legal requirements. Material changes will be communicated through the Platform or other appropriate channels. Continued use following notification of changes constitutes acceptance of modified terms.
Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically. The effective date and version number indicated at the top of this document reflect the most recent updates.
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising from this policy or the processing of information shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in the appropriate territorial area.