Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information directly from users or through their use of the Platform.

1.1 Account Information

• Full name
• Email address
• Mobile number
• Password
• Profile photo
• Profile description
• City
• Interests and preferences
• College name and educational details
• Work experience and resume details (when submitted)

1.2 Creator Instagram Data (via Meta API)

Creators who choose to connect their Instagram accounts through Meta's authorization process provide access to:

• Instagram profile information
• Post insights and engagement metrics
• Account insights permitted by Meta

We only access data that the user explicitly authorizes through Meta's OAuth screen.

1.3 Financial Information

For payouts:

• UPI ID
• Bank account details

For event or workshop payments:

• Transaction details required to process payments through third-party payment gateways (e.g., Razorpay, PayU)

We do not store payment card numbers.

1.4 Campaign, Internship & Opportunity Submissions

When users apply for or participate in campaigns, internships, or opportunities, we collect:

• Social media links
• Screenshots, reports, and performance metrics
• Creative submissions and content
• Application forms, resumes, academic details, and work samples

1.5 Technical Information

• IP address
• Device information
• Browser information
• Session identifiers
• Cookies and usage data

2. How We Use The Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

• To create and manage user accounts
• To allow creators and students to access campaigns, internships, events, and workshops
• To process payouts and payments
• To verify campaign performance and provide campaign insights to participating brands
• To share application data with clients for internships or opportunities
• To personalize content and user experience
• To contact users with updates, confirmations, and platform-related communications
• To provide customer support
• To ensure platform security and prevent fraud
• To conduct analytics and improve platform functionality
• To use approved creator and user profile elements for promotional activities
• To use event photos and videos for marketing and promotional purposes

3. Sharing of Information

We share information only where necessary to operate the Platform and deliver services.

3.1 Sharing With Brands (Campaign Participation)

For users who participate in a campaign, we share with the brand:

• Name
• Social media profile link(s)
• Instagram insights and performance data obtained via Meta API
• Campaign submissions and performance metrics

We do not share email address, phone number, UPI ID, or bank details with brands.

3.2 Sharing With Clients (Internships & Opportunities)

When a user applies for an internship or opportunity, we share:

• Resumes
• Academic details
• Work experience
• Social media links
• Application submissions

3.3 Ownership and Use of Submissions

All content submitted for a campaign or opportunity—such as posts, analytics, screenshots, creative content, and reports—may be used by us and the associated brand/client for campaign execution, performance evaluation, marketing, and related purposes. The incentives or payments provided for participation constitute compensation for this use.

3.4 Event Photos and Videos

For any event or workshop hosted, organized, or facilitated through our Platform:

• We capture photos and videos of attendees
• We use this media for marketing, advertising, and promotional activities
• All media captured is respectful and non-invasive

3.5 Payment Processing

Financial information required to complete a transaction is shared with third-party payment processors. We do not store or share payment card numbers.

3.6 Legal and Compliance

We may share information if required to comply with legal obligations, enforce agreements, investigate fraud, or respond to lawful government requests.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We use industry-standard security measures to protect personal data, including:

• Secure servers
• Restricted access controls
• Encryption for sensitive data in transit
• Monitoring and fraud-prevention mechanisms

While we take reasonable steps to protect information, no system is fully secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Operate the Platform
• Provide services
• Fulfill legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Maintain platform integrity

When data is no longer required, it is deleted or anonymized. See our Data Retention Policy for details.

6. User Rights

Users may request:

• Access to their personal information
• Correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion of their account and data, except where retention is legally required
• Withdrawal of Meta API permissions (through Instagram/Meta settings)
• Opt-out from marketing emails

To exercise rights, users can contact us at contact@theeducationtree.com.

7. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

8. International Data Transfers

If personal data is processed outside the user's country, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable laws.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Updates will be posted with a new "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Information

For questions or concerns, users may contact:

The Education Tree
Email: contact@theeducationtree.com
Address: 2/3 Madhuban Apartments, Pitampura, New Delhi 110034