Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2026
1. Information We Collect
This website collects only the information you voluntarily provide through the contact form (name, email, and message). We do not collect any personally identifiable information passively without your consent.
We use Google Analytics to understand aggregated, anonymous usage patterns (pages visited, session duration). No personal data is transmitted.
2. How We Use Information
Information submitted through the contact form is used solely to respond to your inquiry. We do not sell, share, or distribute your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookies
This site uses strictly necessary cookies for functionality (e.g., theme preference) and optional analytics cookies. You may accept or decline optional cookies via the cookie consent banner displayed on your first visit.
4. Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry. Analytics data is retained per Google Analytics default settings (26 months).
5. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact us at Loading….
6. Third-Party Services
This website is hosted on a secure self-managed server. Analytics data is processed via Google Analytics 4 and Microsoft Clarity in accordance with your cookie preferences.
7. Contact
For privacy-related inquiries, contact Prof. Mohammad Saud Afzal at the Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Kharagpur, or via email at Loading….