Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 30, 2026
Pakistan Science Club ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and your rights.
1. Information We Collect
Information you provide:
- Name, email, phone number, address, date of birth, gender
- School/organization, education level, guardian information (for minors)
- Profile photo, bio, interests, social links (optional)
- Payment proof images and transaction references (for paid events/membership)
- Project submissions, group posts, comments, and other user-generated content
- Emergency contact details (for camps and events)
Information collected automatically:
- IP address, browser type, device information
- Pages viewed and actions taken on the platform (for security & analytics)
- Login activity timestamps
- Cookies for session management and preferences
2. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account and member ID
- To process event registrations, camp bookings, and payments
- To issue certificates, badges, and ID cards
- To send important notifications (event reminders, payment confirmations, announcements)
- To enable community features (project showcase, public profiles, groups)
- To improve platform safety, prevent fraud, and detect abuse
- To communicate news and educational opportunities (you can opt-out anytime)
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We share data only in these limited cases:
- Public profile content: Your name, username, bio, projects, badges, and group posts are visible to other users when your profile is set to public.
- Service providers: Trusted vendors who help us operate the platform (hosting, email delivery, payment processing) under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal compliance: When required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of users.
- Event partners: With your consent, basic registration info may be shared with event hosts/sponsors for that specific event.
4. Children's Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of minors. For users under 18:
- A parent or guardian must register the account.
- Guardian contact information is required.
- We do not knowingly collect more information than necessary for educational purposes.
- Parents can request access to or deletion of their child's data at any time.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
- Hashed passwords (never stored in plain text)
- Rate limiting and anti-bot protection on forms
- Regular database backups
- Limited access — only authorized PSC staff can view sensitive data
However, no system is 100% secure. We encourage you to use a strong password and notify us of any suspected breach immediately.
6. Cookies
We use cookies for essential platform functionality (login sessions, CSRF protection, language preferences). We do not use third-party advertising cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser, though some features may stop working.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data we hold
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data via your profile settings
- Delete your account and associated data (subject to legal record-keeping requirements)
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Set profile to private — your public profile page becomes invisible
To exercise any of these rights, email us at info@paksc.org.
8. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active and as needed to provide services. Some data (e.g. issued certificates, attendance records, payment receipts) may be retained for legal, accounting, or compliance purposes after account closure.
9. Third-Party Services
The platform may link to third-party services (payment apps like JazzCash/EasyPaisa, social media, partner websites). Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies. We recommend reviewing them.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data is primarily stored on servers located in or serving the Asia-Pacific region. By using the platform, you consent to data being processed in those locations.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a prominent notice on the platform. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the latest revision.
12. Contact Us
For privacy questions, data requests, or concerns, contact:
Pakistan Science Club
Email: info@paksc.org
Website: paksc.org
By using PSC Portal, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.