Privacy Policy

Virtual Lab Simulator ("we", "us", "our") provides an educational platform for virtual experiments and related learning tools (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Account information (Google Login): When you sign in with Google, we may receive your name, email address, and profile photo, depending on your Google settings and the permissions you grant. We do not receive your Google password.
• Information you provide: Information you submit through forms (for example, when you contact us, send feedback, or request support).
• Usage information: Information about how you use the Service, such as pages visited, features used, and experiments performed.
• Device and log information: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referral URLs, and timestamps, collected via server logs and similar technologies.
• Cookies and similar technologies: Data stored on your device that helps us remember preferences and understand how the Service is used.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use information to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Service (including authentication and account access).
• Improve functionality, performance, content, and user experience.
• Communicate service-related messages (for example, important updates or security notices).
• Protect the Service and our users by preventing fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies (and similar technologies) to operate the Service, remember preferences, and better understand usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some features of the Service may not function properly.

4. Advertising and Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (such as hosting providers, analytics, authentication providers, or advertising partners) to help operate and support the Service. These providers may process certain information on our behalf and under our instructions.

• Third-party advertising: Third-party ad networks may use cookies or web beacons to show relevant ads and measure ad performance. They may automatically receive your IP address when ads load.
• Google AdSense / DoubleClick: Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can learn more and manage ad personalization via Google's policies here: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads.

We do not control third-party cookies and technologies. Please review the privacy policies of those third parties for more information.

5. When We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in limited situations, such as:

• Service providers: With vendors who help us operate the Service (for example, hosting and authentication), only as needed to provide the Service.
• Legal and safety: If required to comply with law, regulation, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users, the public, or the Service.
• Business changes: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as needed to provide the Service, meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and how it is used.

8. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights to:

• Access, update, or correct your personal information.
• Request deletion of your account and associated data, subject to legal requirements.
• Withdraw consent where we rely on consent for processing (where applicable).
• Control cookies and advertising preferences through your browser and third-party settings.

To make a request, please contact us. We may need to verify your identity before completing certain requests.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is intended for educational use. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored on servers located in different countries depending on our service providers. Where required, we take steps to help ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

11. Compliance with Indian Law

We aim to comply with applicable Indian laws and regulations relating to privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and associated rules. Where the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) applies to our processing, we will comply with its requirements.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us.