Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 03 March 2026

Smart Edge Coaching (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website (www.smartedgecoaching.com) or mobile application.

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1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Address (if provided)
• Student Profile Photograph (if uploaded)
• Login credentials

Government ID & Verification Data (If Applicable)

• Aadhaar Number (if required for verification)
• Government-issued ID proof (if submitted)
• Student verification documents

Such documents are collected only if required for admission, certification, or regulatory compliance purposes.

Biometric Data

We do not collect or store biometric data such as fingerprints, facial recognition scans, or iris scans. If in future any biometric verification system is implemented, it will comply with applicable laws and explicit user consent will be obtained.

Usage Information

• IP Address
• Device Information
• Browser Type
• App Usage Activity

Payment Information (If Applicable)

All payments, subscriptions, or in-app purchases are processed by secure third-party payment gateways. We do not store debit/credit card details on our servers.

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2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide educational and typing practice services
• Manage student accounts
• Display profile photo within student dashboard
• Verify student identity (if required)
• Process payments
• Improve platform performance
• Display advertisements (if enabled in mobile application)

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

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3. Storage & Protection of Sensitive Documents

If Aadhaar or ID documents are collected:

• They are stored securely with restricted access.
• They are used strictly for verification purposes.
• They are not shared publicly.
• Users may request deletion after verification (subject to legal requirements).

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4. Third-Party Services

We may use:

• Google Analytics
• Google AdMob
• Google Play Services
• Secure Payment Gateways

These services operate under their own privacy policies.

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5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. Users may disable cookies in browser settings.

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6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect data. However, no system can guarantee 100% security.

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7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for educational services or legal compliance.

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8. User Rights

• Access personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of data
• Withdraw consent

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9. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.

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10. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated periodically. Updated versions will be posted on this page.

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11. Contact Information