Effective Date: December 25, 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to ISTCKonnect.com—the official platform for ISTCians to connect, communicate, mentor, share opportunities, exchange business leads, and have fun!
Whether you’re here to network with fellow alumni, seek mentorship, explore job opportunities, or grow your business through B2B collaborations, ISTCKonnect is designed to help you thrive. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal and business information.
By using ISTCKonnect.com, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—we believe in open communication!
📞 WhatsApp Support: +91 8198 0172 30 (Powered by OpenAI)
📧 Email: support@istckonnect.com
2. What Information We Collect & Why
To foster strong connections and business opportunities, we collect:
a) Information You Provide
- Profile Details: Name, batch year, ISTC registration number, email, phone number.
- Professional & Business Info: Job title, industry, business name, and services offered (if you opt into the B2B section).
- Business Leads & Trade Interests: Information you voluntarily share for networking, collaborations, and trade opportunities.
- Posts, Comments & Messages: To facilitate discussions, mentorship, and business exchanges.
b) Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: Pages visited, interactions with content, and device details to improve user experience.
- Cookies & Analytics: To personalize content, enhance engagement, and track business inquiries.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
✅ Connect ISTCians for mentorship, networking, and professional growth.
✅ Enable B2B collaborations by facilitating business lead exchanges and trade discussions.
✅ Promote alumni businesses to the ISTC community.
✅ Send updates about ISTC events, job opportunities, and industry trends.
✅ Improve platform features to better serve personal and business networking needs.
Your privacy is important to us, and we will never sell or rent your data.
4. Who We Share Your Data With
We only share data to support the ISTC community and B2B interactions, including:
- Other ISTCians who may be interested in networking, business partnerships, or mentorship.
- ISTC alumni associations & event organizers to enhance community engagement.
- Verified business partners (only in the B2B section and with your consent) to facilitate trade and business opportunities.
- Trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) to maintain platform security and performance.
- Legal authorities if required to comply with laws or protect our community.
5. Keeping Your Data Safe
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal and business information. However, as with any online platform, please:
🔹 Be mindful of the business information you share.
🔹 Keep your login credentials secure.
🔹 Report any suspicious activities to support@istckonnect.com.
6. Your Rights & Choices
You’re in control of your information. You can:
🔹 Edit or delete your profile and business listings anytime.
🔹 Choose what business details to share in the B2B section.
🔹 Opt-out of emails, notifications, or B2B interactions.
🔹 Request a copy of your data by emailing us at support@istckonnect.com.
7. External Links & Third-Party Services
Some content may link to third-party sites (e.g., alumni businesses, job portals, trade networks). We are not responsible for their privacy practices—please review their policies before sharing any information.
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy
As ISTCKonnect evolves, we may update this policy to reflect new features, including improvements to the B2B trade and networking section. If we make significant changes, we’ll notify you through email or on the platform.
9. Contact Us
📞 WhatsApp Support: +91 8198 0172 30 (Powered by OpenAI)
📧 Email: support@istckonnect.com
📍 Address: Indo Swiss Training Centre Alumni Association, Chandigarh, India
We built ISTCKonnect for ISTCians, by ISTCians—so if you have any questions, let’s talk!
Let’s connect. Let’s grow. Let’s create opportunities together!
Last Updated: December 25, 2024