Last Updated Date:
19th Dec, 2023
The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (We) respects the privacy of our users (“user” or “you”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our websites and use mobile applications. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY, PLEASE DO NOT ACCESS THE APPLICATION.
We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last updated” date of this Privacy Policy. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates. You will be deemed to have been made aware of, will be subject to, and will be deemed to have accepted the changes in any revised Privacy Policy by your continued use of the Application after the date such revised Privacy Policy is posted.
This Privacy Policy does not apply to the third-party online/mobile store from which you install the Application or make payments, including any in-game virtual items, which may also collect and use data about you. We are not responsible for any of the data collected by any such third party.
SECURITY OF YOUR INFORMATION
We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse. Any information disclosed online is vulnerable to interception and misuse by unauthorized parties. Therefore, we cannot guarantee complete security if you provide personal information.
Website Policies
Copyright Policy
The contents of this website may not be reproduced partially or fully, without due permission from International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. The contents of this website can not be used in any misleading or objectionable context. If referred to as a part of another publication, the source must be appropriately acknowledged. However, the permission to reproduce this material shall not extend to any material which is identified as being copyright of a third party. Authorisation to reproduce such material must be obtained from the departments / copyright holders concerned.
Privacy Policy
This website does not automatically capture any specific personal information from you (like name, phone number or e-mail address), that allows us to identify you individually. You can visit this site without revealing any Personal Information and/ or prior registration process, unless you choose to provide such information. Also, this site does not use any cookies. ICTS will not identify users or their browsing activities, except when a law enforcement agency may require it to do so.
Your email address may only be recorded if you choose to willingly provide it like for instance subscriptions to public notice boards like ENEWS Signup, careers etc. It will only be used for the purpose for which you have provided it.
Note: The use of the term "Personal Information" in this privacy statement refers to any information from which your identity is apparent or can be reasonably ascertained.
Hyperlinking Policy
Links to other websites from our website:
At many places in this website, users may find links to other websites/ portals. International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) is not responsible for the contents and reliability of the linked websites and does not necessarily endorse the views expressed therein. Mere presence of the link or its listing on this website should not be assumed as endorsement of any kind. ICTS does not guarantee that these links will work all the time and TIFR has no control over availability of linked pages.
Links to our website from other websites:
Linking directly to the information that is hosted on this website is permitted, however ICTS would like to be informed of the details of the links provided by you by sending an email at webhelp (at) icts.res.in. You may check our website periodically thereafter if the linked page has been removed or altered. ICTS shall make no effort whatsoever to keep you apprised of the changes or updations in its website. Also, ICTS does not permit its pages to be loaded into frames on your site. The pages belonging to this website must load into a newly opened browser window of the user.
Mobile Application Policies
Collection of your Information
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect via the Application depends on the content and materials you use, and includes:
Personal Data
Demographic and other personally identifiable information (such as your name and email address) that you voluntarily give to us when choosing to participate in various activities related to the Application, such as chat, posting messages in comment sections or in our forums, liking posts, sending feedback, and responding to surveys. If you choose to share data about yourself via your profile, online chat, or other interactive areas of the Application, please be advised that all data you disclose in these areas is public and your data will be accessible to anyone who accesses the Application.
Derivative Data
Information our servers automatically collect when you access the Application, such as your native actions that are integral to the Application, including liking, re-blogging, or replying to a post, as well as other interactions with the Application and other users via server log files.
Geo-Location Information
We may request access or permission to and track location-based information from your mobile device, either continuously or while you are using the Application, to provide location-based services. If you wish to change our access or permissions, you may do so in your device’s settings.
Push Notifications
We may request to send you push notifications regarding your account or the Application. If you wish to opt-out from receiving these types of communications, you may turn them off in your device’s settings.
Use of your information
Having accurate information about you permits us to provide you with a smooth, efficient, and customized experience. Specifically, we may use information collected about you via the Application to:
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Create and manage your account.
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Email you regarding your account or events.
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Enable user-to-user communications.
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Generate a personal profile about you to make future visits to the Application more personalized.
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Increase the efficiency and operation of the Application.
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Notify you of updates to the Application.
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Offer new services, mobile applications, and/or recommendations to you.
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Request feedback and contact you about your use of the Application.
CONTACT US
If you have questions or comments about this Policy, please contact us at:
International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS)
Survey No. 151, Shivakote,
Hesaraghatta Hobli,
Bengaluru - 560 089, India.
+91 80 4653 6000
info [at] icts . res . in