Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 3, 2026
At Alkhidmat Foundation, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our scholarship application website and services.
Information We Collect
- Personal Information: Name, date of birth, CNIC/B-Form number, contact information, and address.
- Educational Information: Academic records, transcripts, certificates, and enrollment details.
- Financial Information: Family income, financial documents, and supporting documentation.
- Application Data: All information submitted through our scholarship application forms.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns when you visit our website.
How We Use Your Information
- To evaluate and process your scholarship application.
- To communicate with you regarding your application status and scholarship program updates.
- To verify the accuracy of information provided in your application.
- To improve our services and website functionality.
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.
- To send you important updates about scholarship opportunities and program changes (with your consent).
Data Protection and Security
- We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information.
- Your data is stored securely using encryption and access controls.
- Only authorized personnel have access to your information, and only for legitimate purposes.
- We regularly review and update our security practices to ensure the highest level of protection.
- Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
- We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
- We may share your information with educational institutions for verification purposes.
- We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of others.
- We may share anonymized, aggregated data for research and statistical purposes.
- Your information may be processed by trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business, under strict confidentiality agreements.
Your Rights
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and operational requirements.
- Right to Object: You can object to certain processing of your personal information.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
- To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Cookies and Tracking
- We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience.
- Cookies help us understand how you use our website and improve its functionality.
- You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
- Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.
Data Retention
- We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy.
- Application data is retained for the duration of the scholarship program and for a reasonable period thereafter.
- We may retain certain information for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
- When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
Children's Privacy
- Our services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years old or have parental consent.
- If you are under 18, please ensure you have parental or guardian consent before submitting an application.
- We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.
Changes to This Policy
- We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
- We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
- Your continued use of our services after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
- We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
- If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
- Email: info@alkhidmat.org
- Phone: +92 302 6086689
- Address: Alkhidmat Complex, 3 km Khayaban-e-Jinnah, Lahore
- We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.
By using our services and submitting an application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described herein.