Privacy Policy

Identity Information

Full name, date of birth, gender, Aadhar card number, and parent/guardian name.

Contact Information

Email address, phone number (with country code), and residential address.

Payment Information

Transaction IDs, payment status, and program details. We do not store card numbers, CVV, UPI PINs, or any raw financial credentials. All payments are processed via secure third-party gateways (PhonePe).

Program & Enrollment Data

Selected age group, coaching program duration, hostel requirements, kit preferences, and enrollment history.

Usage & Analytics Data

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent. This is done through tools like Google Analytics (GA4).

Media & Content

Photographs and videos taken during training, matches, or academy events, subject to your consent as outlined in our Terms & Conditions.

Enrollment & Administration

To process registrations, manage student records, communicate program details, and administer your coaching program.

Payment Processing

To initiate and verify payments through our secure payment gateway partners, and to maintain transaction records for accounting and compliance.

Communication

To send you important updates about your enrollment, schedule changes, events, fee reminders, and academy announcements via email, SMS, or WhatsApp.

Safety & Medical

To maintain records of disclosed medical conditions and ensure appropriate safety measures are in place during training.

Promotions & Marketing

With your consent, to share academy news, achievements, and promotional content via our website and social media channels.

Legal & Compliance

To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and court orders, and to resolve any disputes or enforce our Terms & Conditions.

Website Improvement

To analyze website traffic patterns and user behavior to improve our online experience using anonymized analytics data.

Payment Processors

We share necessary transaction details with PhonePe and related banking partners solely to process your payment securely.

Cricket Associations

If you are registered for club-level matches, basic player information (name, age group) may be shared with relevant cricket bodies for match fixture and eligibility purposes.

Service Providers

Trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, communications, or analytics — all under strict confidentiality obligations.

Legal Requirements

If required by law, court order, or government authority, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of academy assets, your data may be transferred to the new entity, subject to equivalent privacy protections.

Secure Transmission

Our website uses HTTPS encryption (TLS/SSL) to protect data in transit between your browser and our servers.

Payment Security

We do not store sensitive payment credentials. All payment data is handled by PCI-DSS compliant payment processors.

Access Controls

Access to personal data is restricted to authorized Academy staff on a need-to-know basis. Admin systems are protected by authentication.

Data Minimization

We collect only the information necessary for the purposes described in this policy and do not retain data beyond what is needed.

Limitations

While we strive to protect your data, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and encourage you to use strong passwords and secure devices.

Purpose of Collection

Aadhar data is collected solely to verify student identity and age for enrollment, and for submission to cricket associations where required for match eligibility.

Storage

Aadhar numbers are stored in encrypted form in our secure database. They are never shared publicly, displayed in promotional material, or used for purposes other than identity verification.

Compliance

We handle Aadhar data in accordance with applicable Indian laws including the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016.

Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly, such as session management and security tokens. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics (GA4) to collect anonymized data about how visitors use our site. This helps us understand traffic patterns and improve content. No personally identifiable information is sent to Google Analytics.

Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Right to Access

You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you at any time.

Right to Correction

If any information we hold is inaccurate or incomplete, you may request that we correct it.

Right to Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to our legal obligations to retain certain records (e.g., financial transactions).

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on consent (e.g., promotional communications or media use), you may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing.

Right to Object

You may object to the use of your personal data for marketing or promotional purposes.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at director@amsquarecricket.com with your full name and enrollment details. We will respond within 15 working days.

Parental Consent

Registration of students under 18 requires consent from a parent or legal guardian, who is responsible for reviewing and agreeing to this Privacy Policy on behalf of the minor.

Data Usage

Data collected for minor students is used exclusively for enrollment administration, safety, and program delivery. It is never used for commercial profiling or shared for advertising purposes.

Media of Minors

Photographs or videos involving minor students will only be published with explicit prior consent. Parents/guardians may opt out by submitting a written request to Academy management.

Enrollment Records

Student enrollment and program records are retained for a minimum of 5 years after the last active enrollment, as required for administrative and legal compliance purposes.

Payment Records

Financial transaction records are retained for 7 years in accordance with Indian accounting and tax regulations.

Website Analytics

Anonymized analytics data (Google Analytics) is retained for 26 months as per Google's default retention policy.

Media

Photographs and videos may be retained indefinitely for promotional use unless you withdraw consent, in which case we will make reasonable efforts to remove them from future use.

Notification

Updated versions will be published at https://amsquarecricket.com/privacy-policy with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Continued Use

Your continued use of our website or services after a policy update constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Material Changes

For significant changes affecting your rights, we will attempt to notify active enrolled students via email.