1. Introduction
Welcome to the Geo Location-based Attendance App, developed by the students of GKV (Gurukul Kangri Deemed to be University). We value your trust and are committed to safeguarding your privacy and protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your information when you use our app.
By using this app, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information to ensure the app functions as intended:
a. Personal Information
- Name
- GKV Email Address (for authentication and registration purposes)
- Role (e.g., Student or Faculty)
b. Location Data
Precise geo-location data is collected to verify your presence within the designated classroom area. This data is collected only during attendance sessions and is not tracked outside of the classroom or during non-attendance hours.
c. Usage Data
- App activity logs (e.g., attendance records, notifications received, login times)
- Device information such as operating system version, device type, and unique device identifiers for debugging and support purposes
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To verify attendance based on your geo-location
- To maintain accurate attendance records for students and faculty
- To provide notifications related to class schedules and attendance updates
- To improve app functionality and user experience
- To address technical issues and provide customer support
4. How We Protect Your Data
We take data security seriously and implement the following measures to safeguard your information:
- Data Encryption: All data transmitted to and from the app is encrypted using industry-standard protocols.
- Restricted Access: Access to your personal and location data is strictly limited to authorized faculty members and administrators.
- Secure Storage: Data is securely stored on protected servers and is not shared with third-party organizations.
5. Sharing of Information
Your information is not sold, shared, or rented to any third-party organization. However, we may share your data in the following cases:
- University Administration: Attendance records may be shared with GKV administration for academic and administrative purposes.
- Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations.
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access and Review: You can request to view the data we have collected about you.
- Correction: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Data Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to academic or administrative requirements of GKV.
- Consent Withdrawal: You may revoke your consent for location tracking by uninstalling the app. However, this may impact your ability to mark attendance.
7. Data Retention
Your personal and attendance records will be retained for as long as required by GKV's academic policies. Geo-location data is only stored temporarily for attendance verification purposes and is deleted immediately after the session is complete.
8. Children’s Privacy
This app is intended exclusively for students and faculty of GKV. Users must be registered members with a valid GKV email ID.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the app, legal requirements, or user feedback. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the app, please contact us at:
Email: 196301078@gkv.ac.in