Privacy Policy — NETsaarthi.in
Last Updated: April 2026
At NETsaarthi.in (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://netsaarthi.in (the “Website”) and use our services.
By accessing or using NETsaarthi.in, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Website.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with NETsaarthi.in, you may voluntarily provide us with personal information, including:
- Name and Email Address — when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a contact form, or sign up for an account
- Comments and Feedback — when you leave comments on blog posts or provide feedback through our contact page
- WhatsApp/Social Media Details — if you voluntarily join our WhatsApp Channel or follow us on social media platforms
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies:
- Device Information — browser type, operating system, device type (mobile/desktop), screen resolution
- Usage Data — pages visited, time spent on each page, click patterns, referring website, exit pages
- IP Address — your approximate geographic location based on your Internet Protocol address
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies — small data files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience (see Section 5 below)
1.3 Information from Third-Party Services
We use third-party services that may collect information about you:
- Google Analytics — collects anonymized usage data to help us understand how visitors use our Website
- Google AdSense (if/when implemented) — may use cookies to serve personalized advertisements based on your browsing history
- WordPress — our content management system may collect basic visitor data
- Social Media Plugins — if you interact with social sharing buttons, the respective platforms may collect data according to their own privacy policies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To Provide and Improve Our Services — delivering educational content, notes, mock tests, PYQs, and study materials relevant to UGC NET preparation
- To Communicate with You — responding to your queries, sending newsletters, exam updates, and new content notifications (only if you’ve opted in)
- To Analyze Website Performance — understanding user behaviour to improve content quality, website design, and user experience
- To Display Relevant Advertisements — if advertising services are implemented, they may use your browsing data to show relevant ads
- To Ensure Security — detecting and preventing fraudulent activity, spam, and unauthorized access
- To Comply with Legal Obligations — meeting applicable legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for their marketing purposes.
3. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers — with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website (hosting, analytics, email delivery), bound by confidentiality obligations
- Advertising Partners — with advertising networks (such as Google AdSense) that may use cookies to serve ads; these partners have their own privacy policies governing their use of data
- Legal Requirements — when required by law, court order, or governmental authority
- Protection of Rights — when necessary to protect our rights, safety, or property, or those of our users or the public
- Business Transfers — in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
- Account Data — retained for as long as your account is active, plus 12 months after account deletion
- Contact Form Submissions — retained for 24 months unless you request earlier deletion
- Analytics Data — retained in anonymized form for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Cookie Data — retention periods vary by cookie type (see Section 5)
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Required for the Website to function properly (login sessions, security) | Session-based (deleted when you close browser) |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website (Google Analytics) | Up to 2 years |
| Advertising Cookies | Used by advertising partners to deliver relevant ads (Google AdSense) | Up to 2 years |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings and choices (language, font size) | Up to 1 year |
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings — most web browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and set preferences for certain websites. Consult your browser’s help section for instructions.
- Google Analytics Opt-Out — you can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on (https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout) to prevent your data from being collected by Google Analytics.
- Ad Personalization — you can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings (https://adssettings.google.com) or the Network Advertising Initiative’s opt-out page (https://optout.networkadvertising.org).
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including educational platforms, government websites (UGC, NTA, SWAYAM), book purchase links, and social media profiles. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
7. Children’s Privacy
NETsaarthi.in is designed for individuals who are typically 18 years of age or older (postgraduate students and above). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- SSL/TLS encryption (HTTPS) for secure data transmission
- Regular security updates to our WordPress installation and plugins
- Access controls limiting who can view personal data
- Secure hosting infrastructure
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to Access — request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Right to Correction — request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Right to Deletion — request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
- Right to Opt-Out — unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly
- Right to Restrict Processing — request that we limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability — request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in Section 11 below.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Material changes will be communicated through a prominent notice on our Website or via email (if you’ve provided your email address).
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Website: https://netsaarthi.in/contact-us/
- Email: contact@netsaarthi.in
- Website Name: NETsaarthi.in
- Location: New Delhi, India
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the “Last Updated” date stated above and applies to all information collected through our Website.