DigiScholar is an independent, privately operated educational information website. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to the Government of Gujarat, the “Digital Gujarat” state portal, or any other government body, ministry, or official scholarship-granting authority. Any resemblance in name is coincidental and does not imply any government partnership. All scholarship information published on this Site is compiled from publicly available sources for general informational and educational purposes only. Users are strongly advised to verify all scholarship details, deadlines, and eligibility criteria directly with the official issuing institution or government body before applying or submitting any personal or financial information.
1. Information We Collect
a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect information you choose to submit through contact forms, comment sections, newsletter sign-ups, or email correspondence, such as your name and email address. We do not require this information to browse the Site.
b) Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, we automatically collect certain information when you visit, including:
- IP address (anonymized where possible)
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
- Approximate geographic location (city/country level, based on IP)
c) Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze site traffic, and serve relevant advertisements. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect certain features of the Site.
2. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising
This Site uses Google AdSense, a third-party advertising service provided by Google LLC, to display advertisements.
- Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies (including the DoubleClick DART cookie) to serve ads based on your prior visits to this Site and other websites on the Internet.
- Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this Site and/or other sites.
- You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
- You may also opt out of a third-party vendor’s use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
- Third-party ad servers or ad networks may also use technologies such as cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons in their advertisements. These are automatically received by your browser, and any resulting information may be used to measure advertising effectiveness or personalize content.
We have no access to or control over cookies placed by third-party advertisers. We encourage you to review the respective privacy policies of these third-party ad servers for more detailed information.
3. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to understand how visitors interact with our Site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior information in an anonymous form.
For more information on how Google collects and processes data, please visit: Google’s Privacy & Terms
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
- Analyze usage trends and site performance
- Display relevant advertisements
- Respond to inquiries or comments submitted through the Site
- Ensure compliance with our Terms & Conditions and applicable laws
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external websites, including official scholarship or university pages, that are not operated by us. We have no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites and assume no responsibility for them. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.
6. Data Retention
We retain automatically collected data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Information voluntarily submitted (e.g., via contact forms) is retained only as long as needed to respond to your inquiry, unless you request earlier deletion.
7. Children’s Privacy
This Site is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
For Users in the European Economic Area (GDPR)
If you are located in the EEA, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
For California Residents (CCPA)
California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined under CCPA.
9. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Consent
By using our Site, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.