Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 05, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Happiminds Solutions, operating from Bangalore, Karnataka, India (“Happiminds”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), collects, uses, processes, stores, and protects personal data when you use our websites, Discovery Assessments, MindFit Online programs, MindFit Offline partner centers, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

By using our Services, you consent to the collection and processing of personal data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).

If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Services.

1. Our Commitment to Children’s Data

Happiminds provides services for children aged 4–16 years.

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023:

– We collect and process children’s data only with verifiable parental consent.
– We do not track, profile, or target children for advertising.
– We do not sell children’s personal data.
– We process children’s data solely for educational purposes.

Parents or legal guardians act as Data Principals on behalf of minors.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal data from:

A. Children (Students)

With parental consent, we may collect:

– First name and last initial
– Age or date of birth
– Grade level
– School name (if applicable)
– Assessment responses
– Progress data
– Skill performance metrics
– Student-generated content

We do not require children to provide unnecessary personal information.

B. Parents or Guardians

We may collect:

– Full name
– Email address
– Phone number
– City and location details
– Payment details (processed securely via third-party payment gateways)
– Communication preferences

C. Educators and Partner Centers

We may collect:

– Name
– Email address
– Phone number
– Institution details
– Payment or banking information

D. Technical Information

We automatically collect limited technical data such as:

– Device type
– Browser type
– IP address
– Pages visited
– Usage duration

This data is used to improve platform performance and user experience.

3. How We Collect Data

We collect data:

– Directly from users during registration or assessment
– From parents or guardians during enrollment
– From certified partner centers
– Automatically through analytics tools

We do not purchase or obtain personal data from unrelated third parties.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data only for lawful and legitimate purposes, including:

– Delivering Discovery Assessments
– Providing MindFit programs
– Personalizing learning experiences
– Generating progress reports
– Processing payments
– Sending service-related communications
– Improving platform functionality
– Complying with legal obligations

We do not use personal data for behavioral advertising or commercial profiling.

5. Consent and Lawful Use

Under the DPDP Act:

– Parents provide consent for children’s data.
– Consent may be withdrawn at any time.
– Withdrawal of consent may result in limited access or termination of services.

We collect only data necessary for providing our Services.

6. Data Sharing

We may share limited data only with:

– Authorized service providers (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
– Certified Happiminds Partner Centers (where applicable)
– Legal authorities if required under Indian law

All service providers are contractually bound to process data only on our instructions.

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

7. Data Storage and Security

Personal data is stored on secure servers with:

– Encryption in transit (TLS/SSL)
– Role-based access controls
– Secure authentication mechanisms
– Regular security monitoring

While we follow industry-standard safeguards, no digital system can guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only:

– As long as necessary to provide services
– As required under applicable law
– For legitimate educational or record-keeping purposes

Parents may request deletion of data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

9. Data Principal Rights (Under DPDP Act)

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, you have the right to:

– Access your personal data
– Request correction of inaccurate data
– Request erasure of data
– Withdraw consent
– Nominate another person to exercise rights in case of incapacity
– File a grievance with us

To exercise these rights, contact us at: support@happiminds.in

10. Grievance Redressal

If you have any concerns regarding your personal data, please contact our Grievance Officer at: support@happiminds.in

We will acknowledge and address grievances within the time frame required under applicable law.

11. Cross-Border Data Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside India for processing, we ensure that such transfers comply with the DPDP Act and applicable government notifications.

12. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such external platforms.

13. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

If material changes are made:

– Parents and users will be notified
– Updated “Last Updated” date will reflect changes

Continued use of Services after changes indicates acceptance.

14. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or concerns: support@happiminds.in