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Applicable Jurisdiction: India Related Documents:
  • Privacy Policy
  • Information Security Policy
  • Grievance Redressal Procedure
  • Data Processing Addendum
  • Terms & Conditions

1. Purpose

This India Compliance Addendum explains how Squid Academy processes personal data and delivers educational services in accordance with applicable Indian legal requirements.

2. Applicable Legislation

Squid Academy seeks to comply with:
  • Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act)
  • Information Technology Act, 2000 (where applicable)
  • Applicable consumer protection legislation
  • Relevant educational regulations

3. Processing of Personal Data

Squid Academy may process personal data for:
  • Educational services
  • Assessment and certification
  • Student administration
  • Safeguarding
  • Customer support
  • Legal compliance
Personal data processing will be limited to legitimate educational and operational purposes.

4. Children’s Data

Where learners are minors:
  • Additional safeguards will be applied.
  • Parent or guardian consent may be required.
  • Data will be processed only for authorised educational purposes.
  • Safeguarding procedures will be followed.

5. Rights of Individuals

Individuals may submit requests relating to:
  • Access to personal information
  • Correction of information
  • Withdrawal of consent where applicable
  • Data processing concerns

6. Grievance Redressal

Individuals may raise complaints through Squid Academy’s Grievance Redressal Procedure. Squid Academy will:
  • Acknowledge complaints promptly.
  • Investigate concerns fairly.
  • Provide timely responses.
  • Maintain records of complaints and resolutions.

7. Cross-Border Data Processing

Squid Academy may use international cloud service providers and educational technology platforms. Appropriate safeguards will be implemented to protect personal data during international processing activities.

8. Security Measures

Squid Academy maintains administrative, technical, and organisational measures designed to protect personal data from:
  • Unauthorised access
  • Disclosure
  • Alteration
  • Loss
  • Misuse
These measures are further described in the Information Security Policy.