Privacy Policy

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Proshna.com is committed to protecting users’ privacy and handling personal data in a transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and what rights you have regarding your data. The policy complies with international privacy standards (such as the EU’s GDPR) even though our primary audience is in Bangladesh. By using Proshna.com, you consent to the practices described below.

Information We Collect

User-Provided Information: We collect any personal data that you voluntarily provide. For example, if you leave a comment or post a question, you may provide your name, email address, or other contact details. This information is used to identify you and to allow follow-up communication. When you submit comments, we also collect your IP address and browser information for spam detection and security purposes.
Account and Profile Data: If you register for an account or enroll in courses, we collect registration details (such as username and email) and any profile information you provide. All users can view and edit their personal profile data, and site administrators can manage user records.
Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. Session and login cookies keep you authenticated and preserve your preferences. For example, if you leave a comment, we may store your name and email in browser cookies for one year so you don’t have to re-enter them. If you visit our login page, we set a cookie to check if your browser supports cookies. Advertising cookies (from Google AdSense) and analytics cookies may also be used to serve relevant ads and analyze site usage.
Embedded Content and Third Parties: Some pages may include embedded content (e.g. videos, social media widgets, or infographics). When you interact with embedded content, the providers (such as social networks or video hosts) may collect data about your usage just as if you visited those sites directly. For instance, plugins from platforms like Facebook or YouTube may gather your IP address, browser type, cookies, and details of your interaction.

How We Use Information

Site Operation: Collected data helps us run the site. For example, we use your information to respond to comments or inquiries, register you for courses if applicable, and manage user accounts.
Security and Spam Prevention: IP addresses and browser data are analyzed to protect against malicious activity and spam. Any comments or form submissions may be checked by automated spam filters.
Site Improvement: We may use technical and usage data to analyze traffic patterns and improve our content. Aggregate analytics help us understand which materials are most helpful to students.
Advertising: Google AdSense may use cookies and data to provide personalized advertisements on this site. We do not share your personal information with advertisers; however, AdSense itself may track your visits to our site and other websites to deliver relevant ads.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Proshna.com uses cookies to ensure the website functions correctly and to enhance user convenience. Essential cookies (like login/session cookies) are necessary for core features. Functional cookies remember your preferences (for example, the one-year comment cookie described aboveproshna.com). We also permit advertising cookies through Google AdSense: these may track your browsing across sites to serve interest-based ads. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality (such as staying logged in or posting comments).

Data Sharing and Disclosure

Service Providers: We may share user data with trusted third-party service providers who perform functions on our behalf. For example, hosting providers, payment processors (if any paid courses are offered), analytics services, and spam-filtering tools. These partners are only given the data necessary to perform their tasks and are required to keep it confidential.
Advertising Partners: As noted, Google AdSense (an advertising partner) may receive information about your visit (such as pages viewed and IP address) in order to display tailored ads. Google’s use of data is governed by its own Privacy Policy. We do not provide advertisers with any personal data like your name or email.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of users (for example, in response to valid subpoenas or court orders).
External Links: Proshna.com may contain links to third-party websites (such as news sites or educational resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. If you visit linked sites, their operators may collect your data independently.

Data Retention and Security

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for its intended purpose. For example, comments and their metadata are kept indefinitely so that we can recognize and respond to follow-up comments. If you have an account, your profile data is stored until you delete it or request its removal. You have the ability to edit or delete your personal data in your account profile at any time. In the event of a data breach, we will notify users and authorities in accordance with applicable law. We implement reasonable security measures (such as SSL encryption and access controls) to protect your data, but no method of internet transmission can be 100% secure.

Your Rights (GDPR and Others)

If you are covered by data protection laws (such as the European General Data Protection Regulation, GDPR), you have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal data we hold about you. For example, you may request an exported copy of your data or ask us to erase your data entirely. These rights are provided at no charge. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address below. Even if you are not in a jurisdiction covered by GDPR, we strive to uphold similar privacy principles.

Contact and Further Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to request deletion/access to your data, please contact the site operator at admin@proshna.com (the official contact email). You may also reach out via the official Facebook page or YouTube channel listed on the Contact page. We review and update this policy as needed, and any changes will be posted on Proshna.com.