🔒 Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01-06-2025
Welcome to Navottra. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services.
By accessing or using Navottra, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the platform.
📌 1. Who We Are
Navottra is an online platform that connects scientists, students, research professionals, and corporate R&D teams to collaborate, exchange services, access equipment, and mentor one another.
Data Controller: Navottra
Contact: admin@navottra.com
🧾 2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- Organization/Institution
- Profile photo
- Payment information (via third-party gateways)
b. Professional and Academic Information
- Research interests and skills
- Degrees, affiliations, and certifications
- Projects, publications, and bids
- Mentorship and consultation sessions
c. Technical Data
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device identifiers
- Usage data (pages visited, actions taken)
d. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and analyze platform performance.
🎯 3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Create and manage user profiles
- Facilitate connections and transactions
- Match users to relevant research, jobs, or mentorship opportunities
- Manage bookings, payments, and equipment rentals
- Monitor usage for security and analytics
- Send platform-related communications and updates
- Comply with legal obligations
🤝 4. Who We Share Your Data With
We may share your data with:
- Service Providers (e.g., payment processors, cloud storage, analytics providers)
- Other Users (e.g., when you apply for projects, bid, or offer services)
- Legal Authorities, if required by law or to protect rights/safety
- Corporate Clients, if you participate in a project posted by them
We do not sell your personal data.
🌍 5. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing Navottra from outside our primary server location, your data may be transferred and processed in other countries. We ensure adequate protections as required by GDPR and other global privacy laws.
🔐 6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- End-to-end encryption of sensitive data
- Role-based access control
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) for admin accounts
- Regular security audits and vulnerability scans
🕓 7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data:
- As long as your account is active
- As required to fulfill legal or contractual obligations
- Until you request deletion of your data
You can delete your account and associated data at any time via your profile settings or by contacting us at admin@navottra.com.
🔧 8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access and obtain a copy of your data
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Data portability (receive a copy in machine-readable format)
You can exercise these rights by emailing admin@navottra.com.
📣 9. Communications
By signing up, you agree to receive important platform notifications and optional newsletters. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time using the "unsubscribe" link.
🧁 10. Cookies Policy
We use cookies for:
- Session management
- User preferences
- Analytics and usage tracking
You can control cookie settings via your browser or platform preferences.
🔄 11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Major changes will be communicated via email or dashboard notifications. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
📬 12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Platform Support Center: [Link to Helpdesk if applicable]