Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 15/11/2025

Madras Innovation Research Foundation (“MI”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.madrasinnovation.in or interact with us through any digital or offline channel.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information necessary to operate and improve our services.

1.1 Information You Provide

Name, email address, phone number, and organisation details when you:

Fill out contact forms
Apply for collaborations or partnerships
Subscribe to updates or newsletters

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website:

IP address
Browser type, device type
Pages visited, time spent, referring URLs
Cookies for basic session analytics

We do not collect sensitive personal data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Respond to inquiries or collaboration requests
Improve website functionality and user experience
Share updates, research outcomes, and announcements (only with your consent)
Ensure website security and prevent misuse

We do not sell or rent your data to any third party.

3. Cookies and Analytics

We may use:

Basic cookies for session management
Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics or privacy-focused alternatives)

You may disable cookies via your browser settings.

4. Information Sharing

We may share information only in the following cases:

With service providers supporting our website or IT systems
To comply with applicable laws or legal processes
With your explicit consent for collaborations or programs

All partners are required to follow appropriate data protection practices.

5. Data Storage & Security

Data is stored on secure servers and systems
Access is restricted to authorised personnel only
Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are implemented

However, no method of transmission over the internet can guarantee 100% security.

6. Your Rights

You may request:

Access to your personal data
Correction or deletion of your data
Withdrawal of consent
Opt-out of communications

Contact details are provided below.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and programs are not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will always be available on this page with a “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

For questions, corrections, or data-related requests:

Madras Innovation Research Foundation  

Email: contact@madrasinnovation.in