{"id":3,"date":"2026-03-31T05:36:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T05:36:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.digimor.in\/enlightenedcircle\/?page_id=3"},"modified":"2026-04-01T05:45:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T05:45:39","slug":"privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.digimor.in\/enlightenedcircle\/privacy-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"3\" class=\"elementor elementor-3\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8abd3ae e-con-full e-flex cmsmasters-bg-hide-none cmsmasters-bg-hide-none cmsmasters-block-default e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8abd3ae\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f7f7ef6 cmsmasters-block-default cmsmasters-sticky-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f7f7ef6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Archives<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-039a06f cmsmasters-breadcrumbs-alignment-center cmsmasters-separator-type-text cmsmasters-block-default cmsmasters-sticky-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-cmsmasters-breadcrumbs cmsmasters-widget-breadcrumbs\" data-id=\"039a06f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"cmsmasters-breadcrumbs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cmsmasters-widget-breadcrumbs__container\"><div class=\"cmsmasters-widget-breadcrumbs__content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.digimor.in\/enlightenedcircle\/\" class=\"cmsmasters-home\">Home<\/a><span class=\"cmsmasters-widget-breadcrumbs__sep\"><span>\/<\/span><\/span><span>No breadcrumbs<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ef26bc1 e-flex e-con-boxed cmsmasters-block-default e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6ef26bc1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-923e6d0 cmsmasters-block-default cmsmasters-sticky-default elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"923e6d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enlightened Circle Foundation (ECF)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>01. PREAMBLE &amp; INSTITUTIONAL COMMITMENT<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Enlightened Circle Foundation (\u201cECF\u201d, \u201cwe\u201d, \u201cour\u201d, \u201cus\u201d) is a registered Section 8 non-profit organization committed to building safe, disciplined, and confidential environments for spiritual growth, meditation, and inner transformation.<\/p>\n<p>ECF acknowledges that its participants may share:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Personally identifiable information<\/li>\n<li>Behavioral and engagement data<\/li>\n<li>Sensitive emotional, psychological, and spiritual reflections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Accordingly, ECF operates under a <strong>two-tier privacy protection framework<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Layer 1: Legal Data Protection Compliance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Strict adherence to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Applicable provisions under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and allied rules<\/li>\n<li>Emerging regulatory standards governing digital platforms and user data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Layer 2: Spiritual Confidentiality Doctrine<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A higher ethical obligation recognizing that:<\/p>\n<p>What is shared within ECF is not transactional data \u2014 it is deeply personal, reflective, and often sensitive in nature.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>02. SCOPE, APPLICABILITY &amp; CONSENT<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>This Policy applies to all data collected across:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Website and digital platforms<\/li>\n<li>LMS systems and mobile applications (including Swadhyan App)<\/li>\n<li>Online and offline program registrations<\/li>\n<li>Retreats, satsangs, and experiential engagements<\/li>\n<li>Membership communities<\/li>\n<li>Donations and contribution channels<\/li>\n<li>Communication channels (email, WhatsApp, forms, surveys)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By accessing or engaging with ECF, you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide <strong>free, informed, specific, and unambiguous consent<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Acknowledge lawful data processing under applicable regulations<\/li>\n<li>Agree to data handling practices outlined herein<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>03. CATEGORIES OF PERSONAL DATA COLLECTED<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>3.1 Basic Personal Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Full name<\/li>\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n<li>Mobile number<\/li>\n<li>City\/location<\/li>\n<li>Age and gender (where relevant)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3.2 Financial &amp; Transaction Data<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Payment transaction IDs<\/li>\n<li>Billing details (processed via third-party gateways)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong><br \/>ECF does not store sensitive financial credentials such as card numbers or banking passwords.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3.3 Usage &amp; Interaction Data<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Platform login activity<\/li>\n<li>Session participation<\/li>\n<li>Program engagement metrics<\/li>\n<li>Device and browser data (where applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3.4 Sensitive Personal Data (SPIRITUAL CONFIDENTIALITY CATEGORY)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Participants may voluntarily share:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Personal reflections and journaling responses<\/li>\n<li>Emotional experiences<\/li>\n<li>Spiritual insights<\/li>\n<li>Verbal sharing during sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Special Classification<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This data is treated as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Highly confidential and protected<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-commercial and non-exploitative<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Restricted from disclosure without explicit consent<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>04. PURPOSE &amp; LAWFUL BASIS OF PROCESSING<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Data is collected and processed strictly for:<\/p>\n<p><strong>4.1 Service Delivery<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Program enrollment and execution<\/li>\n<li>Communication of schedules, updates, and access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4.2 Platform Functionality<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Account management<\/li>\n<li>Access control and authentication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4.3 Experience Enhancement<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Improving program design<\/li>\n<li>Personalizing participant journeys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4.4 Legal Compliance<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintaining records for statutory purposes<\/li>\n<li>Responding to lawful requests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4.5 Legitimate Interest<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensuring platform safety, discipline, and integrity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>05. CONSENT MANAGEMENT &amp; USER RIGHTS<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>In alignment with applicable Indian law, users have the right to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Request access to personal data<\/li>\n<li>Request correction or updating of inaccurate data<\/li>\n<li>Withdraw consent (subject to service limitations)<\/li>\n<li>Request deletion of data (where legally permissible)<\/li>\n<li>Grievance redressal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Withdrawal Impact<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Withdrawal of consent may result in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Restricted access<\/li>\n<li>Termination of participation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>06. DATA MINIMIZATION &amp; PURPOSE LIMITATION<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>ECF adheres to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Data minimization<\/strong>: Collect only what is necessary<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purpose limitation<\/strong>: Use data strictly for declared purposes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage limitation<\/strong>: Retain data only as long as required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>07. DATA SECURITY &amp; PROTECTION MEASURES<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>ECF implements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Encryption protocols<\/li>\n<li>Secure server infrastructure<\/li>\n<li>Access control mechanisms<\/li>\n<li>Role-based data access<\/li>\n<li>Regular monitoring and safeguards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Despite best practices, users acknowledge that:<\/p>\n<p>No digital system is entirely immune to risks.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>08. CONFIDENTIALITY OF SESSIONS &amp; COMMUNITY INTERACTIONS<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Sacred Confidentiality Clause<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All sessions, discussions, and interactions within ECF are treated as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Confidential<\/li>\n<li>Non-recordable (unless authorized)<\/li>\n<li>Non-disclosable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Participants agree:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not to record sessions<\/li>\n<li>Not to share content externally<\/li>\n<li>Not to disclose identities or experiences of others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Violation may lead to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Immediate removal<\/li>\n<li>Legal action<\/li>\n<li>Permanent access restriction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>09. DATA SHARING &amp; DISCLOSURE RESTRICTIONS<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>ECF follows a <strong>strict non-commercial data policy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>ECF does NOT:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sell user data<\/li>\n<li>Rent or trade personal information<\/li>\n<li>Use data for advertising or profiling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Limited Data Sharing Permitted Only:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>9.1 Internal Use<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Authorized ECF team members<\/li>\n<li>Mentors (only where necessary)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>9.2 Service Providers<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Payment processors<\/li>\n<li>Technology and hosting platforms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All such parties are bound by confidentiality obligations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>9.3 Legal Disclosure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Data may be disclosed:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When required by law<\/li>\n<li>Under court or government orders<\/li>\n<li>For protection of rights and safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>10. CROSS-BORDER DATA TRANSFER <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If data is processed or stored outside India:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>ECF ensures adequate safeguards<\/li>\n<li>Transfers comply with applicable Indian regulations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>11. DATA RETENTION POLICY<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>ECF retains data:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For the duration of user engagement<\/li>\n<li>As required for legal, operational, and audit purposes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Post this:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Data may be securely deleted or anonymized<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>12. CHILD DATA PROTECTION<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Data of individuals under 18 is collected only with parental consent<\/li>\n<li>Any inadvertent collection will be rectified and deleted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>13. COOKIES &amp; TRACKING<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>ECF may use cookies to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enhance platform performance<\/li>\n<li>Analyze usage patterns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Users may control cookies through browser settings.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>14. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>ECF shall not be liable for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Unauthorized access due to user negligence<\/li>\n<li>Cyber incidents beyond reasonable control<\/li>\n<li>Voluntary disclosures made by participants outside ECF platforms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>15. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL MECHANISM<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>In compliance with Indian law, ECF provides a grievance mechanism.<\/p>\n<p>Users may raise concerns regarding:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Data misuse<\/li>\n<li>Privacy violations<\/li>\n<li>Access or correction requests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>16. POLICY MODIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>ECF reserves the right to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Update or modify this Policy<\/li>\n<li>Align with evolving legal requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Continued usage constitutes acceptance.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>17. GOVERNING LAW &amp; JURISDICTION<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>This Policy shall be governed by the laws of India.<br \/>Jurisdiction: <strong>New Delhi, India<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><strong>18. CONTACT &amp; DATA PROTECTION OFFICER<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>For privacy-related queries or requests:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:info@enlightenedcircle.org\">info@enlightenedcircle.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home\/No breadcrumbs Enlightened Circle Foundation (ECF) 01. 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