Declaration & Policy

Important information about this website, your privacy, and our community guidelines.

Declaration

Important Notice: This website is created and managed by students and alumni of ICL High School, Vashi, Navi Mumbai. It is not officially affiliated with the school administration.

This platform is a voluntary, community-driven initiative aimed at reconnecting former students, celebrating shared memories, and fostering professional networking among ICL High School alumni. All content on this website is published with the explicit consent of the individuals involved.

The alumni committee operates independently and is responsible for the maintenance, moderation, and management of this platform. While we strive to maintain accuracy and relevance, we do not guarantee the completeness or timeliness of all information presented.

Non-Commercial Policy

This is a non-commercial platform. We adhere to the following principles:

  • No Advertisements: This website does not display paid advertisements or sponsored content.
  • No Monetization: We do not generate revenue through this platform. All services are provided free of charge.
  • Free Listings: Business directory listings are free for all verified ICL alumni.
  • Volunteer-Run: The platform is maintained entirely by volunteers who dedicate their time without compensation.
  • Community First: All decisions are made with the community's best interests in mind, not for profit.

Consent & Privacy Policy

Data Collection & Usage

We collect and process personal information only with your explicit consent. The types of data we collect include:

  • Public JSON Data: Alumni profiles, business listings, and gallery photos are stored in publicly accessible JSON files. This data is intended to be shared within the community.
  • Contact Information: Email addresses and phone numbers are collected for verification and communication purposes.
  • Professional Information: Career details and business information are collected for networking purposes.

How We Use Your Data

  • To display your profile in the alumni directory
  • To facilitate connections between alumni
  • To verify alumni status and business ownership
  • To communicate important community updates
  • To organize reunions and community events

Data Visibility

Important: All data in our JSON files is publicly accessible. Please do not share information you wish to keep private. Contact information is only visible to the alumni committee unless you explicitly choose to make it public.

Your Rights

  • Right to Access: You can request a copy of all data we hold about you.
  • Right to Correction: You can request corrections to inaccurate information.
  • Right to Deletion: You can request complete removal of your data (see Content Removal section).
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent for data processing at any time.

Content Removal Policy

We respect your right to control your personal information. If you wish to have your content removed from this website, please follow these steps:

Step-by-Step Removal Request

  1. Email the Committee: Send an email to committee@iclalumni.org with the subject line "Content Removal Request - [Your Name]"
  2. Provide Identification: Include sufficient information to verify your identity:
    • Your full name
    • Batch year
    • Specific content to be removed (URLs or descriptions)
    • Reason for removal (optional but helpful)
  3. Verification: We may contact you for additional verification to prevent unauthorized removals.
  4. Processing: Once verified, we will remove the content within 48-72 hours and send you a confirmation email.
Emergency Removals: For urgent removal requests (e.g., privacy concerns, safety issues), please mark your email as "URGENT" and we will prioritize your request.

Terms of Use

By using this website, you agree to abide by the following terms and conditions:

Acceptable Conduct

  • Treat all community members with respect and courtesy
  • Do not post offensive, hateful, or discriminatory content
  • Do not share false or misleading information
  • Respect the privacy of other alumni
  • Use the platform for its intended community-building purposes

Prohibited Activities

  • Spam: Unsolicited promotional content or repeated postings
  • Harassment: Any form of bullying, stalking, or intimidation
  • Misrepresentation: Falsely claiming to be an ICL alumnus
  • Illegal Content: Any content that violates applicable laws
  • Malicious Activity: Attempting to harm the website or its users

Consequences of Violation

Violation of these terms may result in:

  • Removal of offending content
  • Temporary or permanent suspension of access
  • Reporting to appropriate authorities for serious violations
  • Legal action if warranted

Disclaimer

This website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. The alumni committee is not responsible for:

  • Accuracy of information provided by users
  • Any disputes between community members
  • Content on external websites linked from this platform
  • Technical issues or service interruptions

Cookie Policy

This website uses minimal cookies for essential functionality:

  • Session Cookies: To maintain your navigation state (no personal data stored)
  • Preference Cookies: To remember your display preferences

We do not use tracking cookies or share cookie data with third parties. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some functionality.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these policies or need to report an issue, please contact us:

Last Updated: March 2025