IlmFund.pk is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website or interact with our services, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.

1. Who We Are

Website: https://ilmfund.pk

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following data when you visit or use our website:

  • Name and contact details (email, phone, address)
  • Educational background or academic information
  • Uploaded documents (e.g., CNIC, transcripts)
  • IP address, browser type, and device information
  • Cookies and usage data

3. How We Use Your Information

Your data may be used for the following purposes:

  • To process scholarship and scheme applications
  • To personalize user experience
  • To improve website performance and content
  • To communicate with you about updates, offers, or application status
  • To comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing Data

We process personal data based on:

  • Your consent
  • Legal obligation (e.g., verifying identities or eligibility)
  • Legitimate interest in improving our services
  • Performance of a contract (processing applications or responses)

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share it with:

  • Educational institutions and government departments (for verification)
  • Service providers who help us operate our website (under strict confidentiality)
  • Legal authorities if required by law

7. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Data portability

8. Cookies

We use cookies to improve website functionality and user experience. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Read our Cookie Policy for more details.

9. Security of Your Data

We implement strong administrative and technical measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.

11. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without verified parental consent. If you believe we have collected such data, contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page with the “Effective Date” at the top.