1. Introduction

Welcome to YANC (Yet Another Networking Community)! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how www.yanc.in ("YANC", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal data when you visit our website, participate in our programs, or engage with us online.

Our platform is designed for young individuals aged 15 to 28 who aspire to grow through mentorship, networking, and experiential learning opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding your personal information while ensuring a safe and enriching experience.

2. Data We Collect

We collect different types of personal information based on your interactions with YANC

2.1 Personal Information (Directly Provided by You)

We collect different types of personal information based on your interactions with YANC

Basic Details: Name, age, gender, profile photo, and educational details.

Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and city/state.

Account Information: Username, password, and preferences specific to YANC platform when you register on YANC.

Application Data: Information provided while applying for membership, mentorship, internships, or cohort leadership roles

User-Generated Content: Posts, comments, videos, and other materials you share within YANC's community

2.2 Automatically Collected Data

When you use our website, we may collect:

Device Information: IP address, browser type, and operating system.

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, and engagement metrics.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to personalize your experience and improve our platform.

2.3 Sensitive Information (Special Considerations)

If you are under 18 years old, we may require parental/guardian consent for data collection and participation in certain activities.

We do not collect financial data, religious beliefs, or other sensitive data unless explicitly required for program eligibility.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data responsibly for:

Creating your YANC profile and allowing you to interact with fellow members, management, mentors, peers, and networking groups.

Facilitating internships, workshops, mentorship and career opportunities based on your skills and interests

Enhancing user experience by personalizing content recommendations.

Ensuring platform security and preventing fraud or misuse.

Communicating with you about events, updates, and opportunities.

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We prioritize your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share data with:

Mentors & Program Coordinators: Limited data may be shared to facilitate YANC mentorships programs.

Educational & Career Partners: With your explicit consent, we may share relevant details for internship or job opportunities.

Legal & Compliance Authorities: If required by law, we may disclose data to comply with Indian legal regulations.

5. Data Security & Retention

Encryption & Security Measures: We use 3rd party cloud servers which are secure, encrypted, and access controls to protect your data.

Data Retention: Your data will be stored for as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or as required by Indian law.

Account Deletion: You can request data deletion or account deactivation by contacting legal@yanc.in.

6. Your Rights (As per Indian Laws)

As per the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP) 2023, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.

Right to Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.

Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your data when it's no longer required.

Right to Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

7. Third-Party Links & External Websites

YANC may contain links to external websites or partner programs. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies before sharing any data.

8. Children's Privacy (For Users Under 18)

if you are under 18, you must obtain consent from a parent or guardian before using YANC.

Certain interactions may be monitored to ensure online safety.

Parents/guardians can request access, deletion, or corrections of their child's data by contacting us.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be notified on our website and, where necessary, via email. Please check back regularly to stay informed.

10. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to privacy, you can reach out to us at: Email: legal@yanc.in