Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 31, 2025

Visual Institute of Arts (“Institute,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our students, visitors, and users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our website, courses, and services.

By using our website https://visual-institute-of-arts.com, enrolling in our programs, or making payments through our platform, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

  • Full name, email address, phone number, and mailing address

  • Date of birth and ID proof (where required for govt.-affiliated courses)

  • Payment details (handled securely via third-party payment gateway)

  • Educational qualifications, portfolio, and career preferences

Non-Personal Information

  • Device information (browser, IP address, operating system)

  • Cookies and usage data (pages visited, time spent, preferences)

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Process admissions, payments, and course enrollments

  • Provide online and offline training services

  • Send course updates, announcements, and support communication

  • Issue certificates and degrees in accordance with Govt. affiliation

  • Provide career mentorship, placement assistance, and portfolio development

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3. Payment Information & Security

  • All online payments are processed through secure, PCI-DSS-compliant payment gateways.

  • We do not store your full card details or sensitive payment information on our servers.

  • Transactions are encrypted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember user preferences

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Analyze traffic and usage trends

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

5. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We may share your information only with:

  • Govt. bodies or universities for degree/certification validation

  • Trusted service providers (payment gateways, hosting providers, email services)

  • Placement partners and industry collaborators (only with your consent)

We ensure all third parties comply with strict data protection standards.

6. Data Storage & Retention

  • Your personal information is stored securely on servers with restricted access.

  • We retain data only as long as necessary for educational, legal, or compliance purposes.

  • You may request deletion of your personal data at any time (except where required by law).

7. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

  • Access, update, or correct your personal information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt out of marketing communication

  • Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@visual-institute-of-arts.com

8. Child Privacy

Our services are intended for students above 16 years of age. If you are under 16, parental/guardian consent is required for enrollment.

9. Security Measures

We implement advanced security measures to protect your data, including:

  • SSL encryption on all transactions

  • Secure login and authentication protocols

  • Regular audits and monitoring against unauthorized access

However, no online system can guarantee 100% security, and users share information at their own risk.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to comply with laws or improve transparency. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact:

📧 Email: support@visual-institute-of-arts.com
🌐 Website: https://visual-institute-of-arts.com