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At Sanatan Accreditation Board, accessible at www.sanatanboards.com, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by Sanatan Accreditation Board and how we use it.
If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us through email at info@sanatanboards.com
This privacy policy applies only to our online activities and is valid for visitors to our website with regards to the information that they shared and/or collect in Sanatan Accreditation Board. This policy is not applicable to any information collected offline or via channels other than this website.
Consent
By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
Information we collect
The personal information that you are asked to provide, and the reasons why you are asked to provide it, will be made clear to you at the point we ask you to provide your personal information.
If you contact us directly, we may receive additional information about you such as your name, email address, phone number, the contents of the message and/or attachments you may send us, and any other information you may choose to provide.
When you register for an Account, we may ask for your contact information, including items such as name, company name, address, email address and telephone number.
How we use your information
We use the information we collect in various ways, including to:
- Provide, operate and maintain our website
- Improve, personalize and expand our website
- Understand and analyze how you use our website
- Develop new products, services, features and functionality
- Communicate with you, either directly or through one of our partners, including for customer service, to provide you with updates and other information relating to the website and for marketing and promotional purposes
- Send you emails
- Find and prevent fraud
Log Files
Sanatan Accreditation Board follows a standard procedure of using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. All hosting companies do this and a part of hosting services’ analytics. The information collected by log files include internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date and time stamp, referring/exit pages, and possibly the number of clicks. These are not linked to any information that is personally identifiable. The purpose of the information is for analyzing trends, administering the site, tracking users’ movement on the website, and gathering demographic information.
Cookies and Web Beacons
Like any other website, Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards (SDAB) uses “cookies” and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, improve website performance, and ensure the proper functioning of our digital services. This section explains what cookies and web beacons are, how we use them, and the choices available to users regarding their use.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on a user’s device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when visiting a website. These files help store certain information about the user’s browsing activity. Cookies are widely used to make websites function efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
At SDAB, cookies may store information such as:
- Visitor preferences
- Language settings
- Login session details
- Pages visited on the website
- Time spent on particular pages
- Browser type and device information
The primary purpose of cookies is to enhance usability and personalize the user experience.
How We Use Cookies
Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards uses cookies for several purposes:
1. Website Functionality
Essential cookies help ensure that our website operates properly. These cookies enable core features such as secure login, form submissions, and navigation between pages.
2. Performance and Analytics
We use analytics tools, including services such as Google Analytics, to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymized data about traffic patterns, user behavior, and engagement metrics. The information helps us improve website structure, content relevance, and technical performance.
3. Personalization
Cookies allow us to remember user preferences and tailor website content accordingly. For example, returning visitors may experience a more customized interface based on their previous interactions.
4. Security
Certain cookies are used to enhance website security, detect suspicious activity, and protect against unauthorized access.
5. Advertising and Marketing
Where applicable, third-party advertising partners such as Google Ads may use cookies to deliver relevant advertisements to users based on previous visits to our website or other websites. These cookies help ensure that marketing efforts are meaningful and aligned with user interests.
What Are Web Beacons?
Web beacons, also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs, are small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails. They are used in combination with cookies to:
- Monitor user engagement
- Track email open rates
- Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
- Analyze website traffic
Web beacons do not collect personal information independently but may work alongside cookies to improve overall analytics and reporting accuracy.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services integrated into our website. These third parties may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies. SDAB does not control third-party cookies directly but ensures that integrated partners comply with applicable data protection standards.
Examples of third-party services may include:
- Website analytics providers
- Payment gateways
- Security verification tools
- Advertising platforms
Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of these third-party providers for further details.
Managing and Disabling Cookies
Users have the option to control or disable cookies through their browser settings. Most web browsers allow users to:
- View stored cookies
- Delete cookies
- Block specific cookies
- Block all cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are being used
Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain website functionalities. Some services, such as secure login portals or accreditation application forms, may not operate properly if essential cookies are disabled.
Consent to Use Cookies
By continuing to use the Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards website, users consent to the use of cookies and web beacons as described in this policy. Where required by applicable law, users will be provided with a cookie consent notice allowing them to accept or manage their cookie preferences.
Updates to This Section
SDAB may update this Cookies and Web Beacons section from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or operational practices. Users are encouraged to review this section periodically to stay informed about how we use tracking technologies.
Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards remains committed to transparency, data protection, and providing a secure digital experience for all visitors and accreditation partners.
DoubleClick DART Cookie
Google is one of a third-party vendor on our site. It also uses cookies, known as DART cookies, to serve ads to our site visitors based upon their visit to www.website.com and other sites on the internet. However, visitors may choose to decline the use of DART cookies by visiting the Google ad and content network Privacy Policy at the following URL – https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads.
Some of advertisers on our site may use cookies and web beacons. Our advertising partners are listed below. Each of our advertising partners has their own Privacy Policy for their policies on user data. For easier access, we hyperlinked to their Privacy Policies below.
Advertising Partners Privacy Policies
You may consult this list to find the Privacy Policy for each of the advertising partners of Sanatan Accreditation Board.
Third-party ad servers or ad networks uses technologies like cookies, JavaScript or Web Beacons that are used in their respective advertisements and links that appear on Sanatan Accreditation Board, which are sent directly to users’ browser. They automatically receive your IP address when this occurs. These technologies are used to measure the effectiveness of their advertising campaigns and/or to personalize the advertising content that you see on websites that you visit.
Note that Sanatan Accreditation Board has no access to or control over these cookies that are used by third-party advertisers.
Third-Party Privacy Policies
Sanatan Accreditation Board Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers or websites. Thus, we are advising you to consult the respective Privacy Policies of these third-party ad servers for more detailed information. It may include their practices and instructions about how to opt-out of certain options. You may find a complete list of these Privacy Policies and their links here: Privacy Policy Links.
You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser options. To know more detailed information about cookie management with specific web browsers, it can be found at the browsers’ respective websites. What Are Cookies?
CCPA Privacy Policy (Do Not Sell My Personal Information)
Under the CCPA, among other rights, California consumers have the right to:
Request that a business that collects a consumer’s personal data disclose the categories and specific pieces of personal data that a business has collected about consumers.
Request that a business delete any personal data about the consumer that a business has collected.
Request that a business that sells a consumer’s personal data, not sell the consumer’s personal data.
If you make a request, we have one month to respond to you. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
GDPR Privacy Policy (Data Protection Rights)
We would like to make sure you are fully aware of all of your data protection rights. Every user is entitled to the following:
The right to access – You have the right to request copies of your personal data. We may charge you a small fee for this service.
The right to rectification – You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate. You also have the right to request that we complete the information you believe is incomplete.
The right to erasure – You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to restrict processing – You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to object to processing – You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to data portability – You have the right to request that we transfer the data that we have collected to another organization or directly to you, under certain conditions.
If you make a request, we have one month to respond to you. If you would like to exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
Children’s Information
Another part of our priority is adding protection for children while using the internet. We encourage parents and guardians to observe, participate in and/or monitor and guide their online activity.
Sanatan Accreditation Board does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13. If you think that your child provided this kind of information on our website, we strongly encourage you to contact us immediately and we will do our best efforts to promptly remove such information from our records.
1. Introduction
Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards (SDAB) (“we,” “our,” or “the Organization”) respects the privacy of its website visitors, applicants, members, accreditation partners, and all stakeholders. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when users access our website, digital platforms, accreditation portals, training systems, and related services.
This Privacy Policy is designed in accordance with:
- Google Privacy Policy requirements
- Google Ads & Google Analytics policies
- Information Technology Act, 2000 (India)
- Applicable global data protection standards
By accessing our website, submitting forms, applying for accreditation, registering for membership, or interacting with our digital services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. About Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards (SDAB)
Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards (SDAB) is an accreditation and professional recognition body that supports:
- Certification Bodies
- Inspection Bodies
- Testing & Calibration Laboratories
- Product Certification Agencies
- Training Organizations
- Sector Professionals
SDAB provides accreditation, registration, compliance verification, and professional recognition services across multiple industry sectors.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
3.1 Personal Information
When you register, apply, or contact us, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Organization name
- Designation
- Address
- Government identification details (if required for accreditation)
- Payment details (processed through secure payment gateways)
3.2 Accreditation & Professional Data
For accreditation and certification purposes:
- Business registration details
- Scope of accreditation
- Technical documentation
- Audit reports
- Compliance records
- Professional qualifications
3.3 Technical & Usage Data
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
- Referral source
This information helps us improve website functionality and service quality.
3.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Improve website performance
- Analyze user behavior
- Personalize content
- Deliver relevant advertisements
Users may disable cookies via browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.
4. Google Services & Third-Party Tools
Our website may use Google products, including:
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- Google Tag Manager
- Google reCAPTCHA
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand website traffic and user interaction. Google may collect anonymized information such as:
- Pages visited
- Session duration
- User behavior patterns
Users can opt-out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4.2 Google Ads & Remarketing
We may use Google Ads and remarketing tools to:
- Display relevant ads
- Reach interested professionals
- Promote accreditation programs
Google may use cookies to serve ads based on past visits.
4.3 Google reCAPTCHA
We use Google reCAPTCHA to prevent spam and automated abuse. reCAPTCHA collects hardware and software information to ensure legitimate access.
5. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect and process personal information for the following purposes:
- Processing accreditation applications
- Membership registration and management
- Conducting audits and evaluations
- Issuing certificates and approvals
- Improving website functionality
- Sending updates, notifications, and newsletters
- Marketing and promotional communication
- Regulatory compliance
- Fraud prevention and risk management
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
6. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
- Consent provided by the user
- Contractual necessity (accreditation agreements)
- Legal obligations
- Legitimate business interests
Where required, explicit consent will be obtained before collecting sensitive information.
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information with:
7.1 Accreditation & Regulatory Authorities
Where necessary for compliance or recognition purposes.
7.2 Service Providers
Trusted third-party vendors assisting with:
- IT services
- Payment processing
- Website hosting
- Email communication
- Audit support
7.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by:
- Court order
- Government authority
- Law enforcement agency
We ensure that all third parties adhere to confidentiality and data protection standards.
8. Data Security
SDAB implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data:
- Secure servers
- SSL encryption
- Restricted access control
- Role-based data access
- Regular security monitoring
Despite our efforts, no online transmission is completely secure. Users are encouraged to protect login credentials and confidential information.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal and accreditation data:
- For the duration of active membership or accreditation
- As required by regulatory obligations
- For record-keeping and audit purposes
After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
10. User Rights
Depending on jurisdiction, users may have the right to:
- Access their personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion
- Withdraw consent
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
Requests may be submitted via official contact channels.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed toward individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
12. International Data Transfers
If data is transferred outside the user’s country, SDAB ensures:
- Adequate safeguards
- Secure transfer mechanisms
- Compliance with applicable data protection laws
13. Payment Information
Payment transactions for accreditation or membership fees are processed through secure third-party payment gateways. SDAB does not store complete credit or debit card details.
14. Email Communications
We may send emails regarding:
- Accreditation updates
- Renewal reminders
- Policy changes
- Industry news
- Promotional offers
Users can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.
15. Links to External Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for:
- Their privacy practices
- Their content
- Their data handling policies
Users are encouraged to review external privacy policies separately.
16. Confidentiality of Accreditation Records
SDAB maintains strict confidentiality of:
- Audit reports
- Client documentation
- Assessment findings
- Technical files
Disclosure occurs only with written consent or legal requirement.
17. Data Breach Policy
In the event of a data breach:
- We will assess the impact
- Notify affected individuals if required
- Inform relevant authorities
- Take corrective measures
18. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be:
- Posted on this page
- Effective immediately upon publication
Users are encouraged to review this page regularly.
19. Contact Information
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or data protection matters, please contact:
Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards (SDAB)
Email: info@sanatanboards.com (example)
Website: https://sanatanboards.com/ (example)
20. Consent
By using our website and services, you:
- Acknowledge reading this Privacy Policy
- Agree to data collection practices
- Consent to Google services usage
- Accept applicable terms and conditions
21. Commitment to Transparency
Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards is committed to:
- Ethical data management
- Transparent processing practices
- Secure digital infrastructure
- Respect for individual privacy
Our mission is not only to accredit organizations but also to uphold integrity, compliance, and trust in all digital interactions.
22. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising shall be subject to the jurisdiction of competent courts in India.
23. Declaration
Sanatan Dharma Accreditation Boards declares that it adheres to best practices in data protection and complies with applicable Google policies for website owners, advertisers, and digital service providers.
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