Privacy policy

Last updated: November 2025

Effective Date: November 10, 2025
Website: https://oliya.tech
Entity: Oliya.tech – An Initiative of the Kamarajar Group of Colleges, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, India.

1. Introduction

Oliya.tech (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates a unified digital ecosystem that includes Oliya Academy (training and education), Oliya Digital Agency (IT and digital services), and Oliya Labs (innovation and incubation).
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act 2023), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other applicable laws.

By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

a. Information you provide voluntarily

  • Name, email address, phone number, and contact details submitted through enquiry forms or course applications.

  • Educational background and professional information for Academy admissions.

  • Business information and project requirements for Agency projects.

  • Startup concepts or idea summaries submitted to Oliya Labs.

  • Any additional details you choose to share via chat, email, or feedback forms.

b. Information collected automatically

  • IP address, browser type, device details, and pages visited.

  • Usage analytics via Google Analytics 4 and Framer Insights.

  • Cookies and local storage data for functional and performance tracking.

c. Information from third parties

  • Referrals from partner institutions, recruitment agencies, or corporate collaborators.

  • Publicly available business or professional profiles (e.g., LinkedIn) when relevant to training or project selection.

3. How We Use Your Information

We process your information for the following legitimate purposes:

  1. To respond to enquiries and provide requested services.

  2. To manage training enrolments, project contracts, and incubation applications.

  3. To improve course content, website performance, and user experience.

  4. To send learning resources, newsletters, and service updates (you may opt out anytime).

  5. To comply with legal requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal grounds:

  • Your consent, obtained through forms and submissions.

  • Contractual necessity, when we deliver training or digital services.

  • Legitimate interest, such as improving our offerings or maintaining security.

  • Compliance with law, including tax and regulatory obligations.

5. Cookies & Analytics

Our site uses cookies and analytics to:

  • Remember user preferences and login sessions.

  • Measure traffic patterns and campaign performance.
    You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
We may share limited information with:

  • Trusted service providers for hosting, analytics, and communication (e.g., AWS, Google Workspace, HubSpot).

  • Partner colleges or mentors for training delivery and certification.

  • Regulatory bodies if required by law or legal process.

All third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and data-protection obligations.

7. Data Storage & Retention

  • Data is securely stored on AWS servers (India region) with encrypted access.

  • We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or as required by law.

  • You may request deletion or correction of your personal data at any time.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.

  • Withdraw consent for communications or processing.

  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format.

  • File a complaint with your local data-protection authority.

Requests can be made via privacy@oliya.tech.

9. Children’s Privacy

Oliya.tech does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 years of age without parental consent.
If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, contact us to delete it immediately.

10. Security Measures

We employ industry-standard technical and organisational safeguards, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption on all data transmissions.

  • Role-based access control and two-factor authentication for staff.

  • Regular vulnerability audits and secure backups.

11. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our services from outside India, your data may be processed in jurisdictions with different data-protection standards.
We ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for cross-border transfers.

12. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., partner institutions, YouTube, LinkedIn).
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices; please review their respective policies.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
Significant changes will be communicated by email or notice on the homepage.

14. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or data-access requests:

Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Oliya.tech
Kamarajar College Campus, Chidambaram – 608001, Tamil Nadu, India
📧 hello@oliya.tech | 📞 +91 75500 06595

⚖️ Disclaimer

This policy is provided for informational purposes only and does not create any contractual rights beyond applicable law.

By continuing to use our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.