DPDP Compliance
William Carey University India is committed to complying with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), India’s landmark legislation governing the processing of digital personal data. This page explains how the DPDP Act applies to our website and how you can exercise your rights under the law.
Scope and Applicability
The DPDP Act applies to the processing of digital personal data within India, and to processing outside India if it relates to Indian data principals. While William Carey University India does not collect personal data through user registration or accounts, we may process limited digital personal data through automated means such as web analytics, server logs, and cookies to improve user experience and site functionality. This processing falls within the scope of the DPDP Act.
Your Rights Under DPDP
Under the DPDP Act, you have the following rights as a data principal:
- Right to access information about your personal data being processed
- Right to correction or completion of inaccurate or incomplete personal data
- Right to withdraw consent for processing where consent is the legal basis
- Right to grievance redressal by filing a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India
- Right to nominate another individual to exercise your rights in case of death or incapacity
How We Comply
William Carey University India complies with the DPDP Act by:
- Limiting data collection to only what is necessary for site functionality
- Using anonymized or aggregated data wherever possible
- Providing clear notice about data processing through our Privacy Policy
- Ensuring third-party service providers (e.g., analytics tools) comply with DPDP requirements
- Not retaining personal data longer than necessary
Data We Process
The types of digital personal data we may process include:
- IP addresses (anonymized where feasible)
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Cookie identifiers for session management
This data is processed solely for improving website performance and user experience. No personally identifiable information is stored in databases or linked to individual identities.
Legal Basis for Processing
Our processing of digital personal data is based on legitimate interest under Section 5 of the DPDP Act, as it enables us to provide an effective, responsive, and secure educational information platform. We do not rely on consent for this processing, as it is not required for legitimate interests under the Act.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise your rights under the DPDP Act, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Include your name, contact details, and a clear description of your request (e.g., access, correction, or withdrawal). We will respond within 30 days.
Response Timeframes
Under the DPDP Act, we are required to respond to your requests within 30 days of receipt. If we need additional time, we will notify you with reasons for the delay.
No Discrimination Policy
William Carey University India does not and will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights under the DPDP Act. You will not face any penalty, denial of service, or reduced access to information because you have made a request under the law.
Updates and Changes
We will update this DPDP Compliance page whenever there are material changes to our data practices or the law. The most recent version will always be posted here with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding your data under the DPDP Act, please contact:
Name: Aria Fenwick
Email: [email protected]
Address: 10 Downing Road, Heaton Moor, Stockport, SK4 4DZ, United Kingdom
You also have the right to file a complaint with the Data Protection Board of India if you are unsatisfied with our response.
