Privacy Policy

Stratbeans Consulting Private Limited (“Stratbeans”, “we”, “us” or “our”) operates the www.stratbeans.com website and associated sub-domains, mobile applications, and white-labelled platforms to provide digital learning solutions, LMS/LXP platforms, custom content development, and related services (“Services”) directly or through affiliates, partners, or resellers.

1. Consent

By using our Services, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as described here. If your access is provided by your employer, consent and other legal grounds may be established through our contract with your employer. You may withdraw consent where applicable by contacting your employer (if they are the controller) or Stratbeans at dpo@stratbeans.com.

2. Purpose of This Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, store, use, and disclose personal data when you:

  • Visit www.stratbeans.com or any sub-domain (e.g., client.stratbeans.com)
  • Use a Stratbeans-hosted or white-labelled learning platform (e.g., academy.yourdomain.com)
  • Access our Services via our mobile or web applications

3. Roles: Controller vs. Processor/Service Provider

For employer-provided platforms, your employer is typically the Controller/Business, and Stratbeans acts as a Processor/Service Provider. We process data only on documented instructions, and assist controllers in fulfilling data requests. For our marketing sites and direct sign-ups, Stratbeans may act as the controller.

4. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect:

  • Personal Identification: Name, email address, phone number, company name, location
  • Professional & Organizational Information: Department, team, role type, leadership level, industry sector, internal role profile, psychometric or skills assessment results (if applicable).
  • Technical & Usage Data: IP address, browser version, device type, operating system, pages visited, time spent, learning progress, assessments taken.
  • Biometric Data: Only if your organization opts for biometric authentication (fingerprint, facial recognition, iris scan) and provides legal consent.

5. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data:

  • Directly from you when you register or fill forms on our website/platform.
  • Automatically via cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.
  • Indirectly from your employer if they provide your details for platform access under a contractual agreement.

6. How We Use Your Data

We process personal data to:

  • Provide and manage your access to the learning platform and content.
  • Contact or identify you, including sending notifications, reminders, and service updates.
  • Track learning progress, generate certifications, and maintain compliance records.
  • Improve Services and user experience.
  • Comply with contractual, legal, and regulatory obligations.

We may share your data with:

  • Trusted Service Providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, helpdesk software) under strict confidentiality.
  • Regulatory Authorities if required by law.

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

7. Data Storage & Security

We store your personal data securely in cloud servers hosted in compliance with India’s DPDP Act 2023 and other applicable data residency requirements. Hosting providers may include AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.

Security measures include:

  • Encryption in transit (SSL/TLS) and at rest.
  • Role-based access controls.
  • Physical data center security measures (access control, surveillance, environmental safeguards).
  • Regular security audits.

Retention:

  • Data is retained for the contractual period with your employer or as long as necessary for the purposes stated.

Upon contract termination or account deletion, data will be deleted or anonymized within 90 days unless retention is legally required.

8. Marketing

We do not use your personal data for marketing unless you or your organization have opted in to receive product updates or related communications.

9.Your Data Protection Rights

You may have the following rights under applicable laws (DPDP Act, GDPR, CCPA, etc.):

  • Right to be informed about how your data is used.
  • Right to access copies of your personal data.
  • Right to correct inaccuracies in your personal data.
  • Right to request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Right to restrict or object to processing.
  • Right to data portability.
  • Right to opt-out of data sharing or sales.
  • Right to nominate a representative to exercise your rights in case of incapacity.

Requests can be made to dpo@stratbeans.com. We will respond within the timelines required by applicable law.

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Enable core platform functions.
  • Measure performance and improve usability.
  • Personalize user experiences.
  • Provide targeted content where applicable.

Types of cookies: Essential, Performance, Functionality, and (where applicable) Targeting Cookies.

You may manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

11. External Links

Our websites or platforms may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy notices before providing personal data.

12. Complaints & Regulatory Contacts

If you have concerns about our handling of your data, contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@stratbeans.com.

13. Changes to This Policy

We review our Privacy Policy regularly. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of our Services after updates indicates acceptance of the changes.

Contact Information:

Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Stratbeans Consulting Private Limited

Email: dpo@stratbeans.com

Phone: +91 9899970269 / 0124-4377657