At the EconScholar Olympiad ("we," "our," "the Organization"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you register for and participate in our competitions. By registering for the EconScholar Olympiad and using our website (the "Site"), you consent to the practices outlined in this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information when you register for a competition, use our website, or engage in communication with us:
Registration Information: When you register for a competition, we collect personal details such as:
Full name
Email address
Date of birth
Country of residence
Payment information (via secure third-party payment processors)
Competition Submissions: If you participate in a competition, we may collect reports, essays, or other content that you submit in connection with the competition.
Website Usage Data: We may automatically collect information about how you access and use the Site, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing activity on the Site, via cookies and other tracking technologies.
Communication Data: If you contact us via email or other communication methods, we may collect your name, contact details, and the content of your messages.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
To Administer Competitions: To manage your registration, process your payment, and facilitate your participation in the EconScholar Olympiad competitions.
To Communicate with You: To send important updates related to your registration, competition deadlines, results, and other relevant communications (e.g., newsletters, event reminders, etc.).
To Improve Our Services: To analyze trends and improve the competition experience, as well as the functionality and content of our Site.
To Process Payments: To facilitate the processing of your registration fee payment securely through third-party payment processors.
To Comply with Legal Requirements: To comply with any applicable legal or regulatory requirements, resolve disputes, or enforce our Terms and Conditions.
3. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. For example:
Competition Data: We retain your submissions and related data for archival and promotional purposes, in accordance with our intellectual property and competition rules.
Account Data: We retain your registration information for as long as your account remains active or until you request deletion.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties for the following reasons:
Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in processing payments, sending communications, or maintaining our website. These third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our Terms and Conditions, protect our rights, or respond to legal requests or government investigations.
Competition Judging: In some cases, competition entries may be shared with judges for the purpose of evaluating submissions. However, any personal information that could identify a participant (such as name or contact details) will be kept confidential or anonymized during the judging process.
5. Security of Your Information
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
Encryption: We use encryption protocols for sensitive data transmissions, such as payment information.
Access Control: We limit access to personal data to those employees or contractors who need it to perform their roles.
Secure Payment Processors: Payment information is processed through third-party payment processors that comply with industry-standard security protocols.
However, no method of transmitting or storing data is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights and Choices
As a participant, you have certain rights regarding your personal data:
Access: You may request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.
Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the "unsubscribe" instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at director@econscholar.com.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies (such as web beacons, pixel tags, and analytics tools) to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files that are stored on your device and help us analyze how you use our Site, remember your preferences, and improve your experience.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, if you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function properly.
8. International Data Transfers
The EconScholar Olympiad operates internationally, with participants and service providers located in various countries. If you are accessing the Site from outside India, your personal information may be transferred to, processed, and stored in countries where the laws regarding data protection may differ from those in your country of residence.
By registering for the competition and using our Site, you consent to the transfer and processing of your personal data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will post the updated Policy. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your personal information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, or if you wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please contact us at:
EconScholar Olympiad
Website: econscholar.com
Email: director@econscholar.com
Number: +84 933634955
Number: +1 (341) 345-5679
By participating in the EconScholar Olympiad, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and processing of your personal data as described above.