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Mr. Rehan (Grievance Officer)
grievance@advocateacademy.com
+91 8368710594
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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Advocate Academy ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you use our platform.
1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, address
  • Professional Information: Bar Council enrollment number, practice areas, years of experience, court affiliations
  • Payment Information: Bank account details, UPI IDs, transaction history (processed securely through our payment partners)
  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on platform
  • Identity Verification: Aadhaar card, PAN card, Bar Council ID (encrypted storage)
2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Create and manage your account
  • Process training bookings and payments
  • Verify your identity and professional credentials
  • Communicate with you about trainings, updates, and offers
  • Improve our platform and user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations under Indian laws
  • Resolve disputes and provide customer support
3. Data Protection and Security

We implement robust security measures:

256-bit SSL Encryption
All data transmitted is encrypted
Secure Data Centers
ISO 27001 certified servers in India
Access Controls
Strict role-based access to data
Regular Audits
Monthly security assessments
4. Sharing Your Information

We share your information only with:

  • Other users as necessary for training arrangements (e.g., advocates and trainees can see each other's profiles)
  • Payment processors for transaction processing (Razorpay, PayU, etc.)
  • Legal authorities when required by law (court orders, government requests)
  • Service providers who assist in platform operations (email services, cloud storage)

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for:

  • Active accounts: Until you delete your account
  • Deleted accounts: 7 years as required by Indian tax laws (IT Act, 2000)
  • Transaction records: 8 years for financial compliance
6. Your Rights

Under Indian law (IT Act, 2000 and GDPR compliance), you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications
  • Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Authority
7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to:

  • Keep you logged in
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze platform usage
  • Improve user experience

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

8. Grievance Redressal

In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and Rules thereunder, the contact details of the Grievance Officer are provided below:

Grievance Officer:

Name: Mr. Rehan

Designation: Compliance Officer

Email: grievance@advocateacademy.com

Phone: +91 8368710594

Address: D-13, Jangpura Extension, New Delhi - 110014

Response Time: Within 24 hours (working days)

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes via email or platform notification. Your continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Policy Review Cycle

This policy is reviewed quarterly and updated as per regulatory requirements. Last reviewed: January 2026

By using Advocate Academy, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.