Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [20 November 2025]
At Hike Education, a brand/subsidiary of Hike Education, accessible from https://hikeeducation.com/nmims-online-mba/, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard the personal information of visitors, prospects, and users interacting with our website and services.
By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to this Privacy Policy.
1. Consent
By using our website, submitting a lead form, contacting us, or engaging with any of our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
A. Personal Information Provided by You
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- City, state, or location
- Educational or professional details
- Information submitted through forms, chats, or customer support
- Any documents or attachments voluntarily shared by you
B. Automatically Collected Information
- IP address
- Browser type, version, and settings
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited, duration of visit, clicks & navigation patterns
- Referring and exit pages
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
- Providing details about courses, programs, and services
- Processing inquiries, lead submissions, and follow-ups
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Personalizing website content and recommendations
- Sending updates, program information, or promotional communications
- Providing customer support
- Conducting analytics, performance tracking, and internal research
- Ensuring security and preventing fraudulent activities
- Complying with applicable legal obligations
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze traffic and user behavior
- Improve website performance
- Deliver relevant advertisements (including retargeting)
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.
5. Log Files
- IP addresses
- Browser type
- ISP details
- Date/time stamps
- Referring/exit pages
- Number of clicks
This data is not linked to personally identifiable information and is used for analytics and website optimization.
6. Advertising, Third-Party Tools & Google Services
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- Meta/Facebook Pixel
- Email marketing providers
- CRM platforms
- Google DoubleClick / DART Cookies
Google may use DART cookies to serve ads based on your browsing behavior on our website and other sites. You may opt out by visiting Google’s advertising privacy page.
7. Information Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell or trade your personal information.
A. Service Providers
- Lead management
- Hosting & IT services
- Email & SMS communication
- Payment processing (if applicable)
- Analytics and marketing automation
B. Legal Requirements
- Comply with laws, regulations, or legal processes
- Protect our rights, safety, or property
- Investigate potential fraud or misuse
8. Data Security
- SSL encryption
- Secure servers & managed hosting
- Access-restricted systems
- Regular security audits
- Employee confidentiality protocols
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection.
9. Your Rights & Choices
- Access to your personal information
- Correction or updates
- Deletion of your data
- Opt-out from marketing communications
- Restriction of certain processing activities
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If such data is found, we will delete it immediately.
11. Data Retention
- Fulfill the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
13. International Data Transfers
Your information may be stored or processed on servers located in other countries. We ensure adequate protection as required by applicable data protection laws.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Revisions will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.