Privacy Policy

Dadasaheb Phalke School of Film Studies (DPSFS) Last updated: July 2026

Dadasaheb Phalke School of Film Studies (“DPSFS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website, applicants, students, and anyone who interacts with us through our website, social media pages, WhatsApp, or advertising campaigns. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

By using our website or submitting your information through any of our forms, WhatsApp chat, or social media channels, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with us:

Contact details: name, phone number, email address, city
Course interest information: course selected, preferred batch timing, enquiry details
Communication records: messages sent via WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, contact forms, or phone calls
Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies when you browse our website
Admission-related documents: if you proceed with the admission process, we may collect identity proof, academic records, and payment information

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information beyond what is necessary for admissions and communication purposes.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

Our website contact and enquiry forms
Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Lead Ads and Instant Forms
WhatsApp Business chat conversations
Phone calls to our admissions office
In-person enquiries or campus visits
Cookies and analytics tools used on our website

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Respond to your enquiry about our courses
Provide details on fees, EMI options, batch schedules, and admissions
Contact you via phone, WhatsApp, SMS, or email regarding your application
Process admissions and maintain student records
Send updates about upcoming batches, events, or promotional offers (you may opt out at any time)
Improve our website, marketing campaigns, and course offerings
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

Meta Platforms (Facebook/Instagram): when you submit a Lead Form ad, your information is shared with us by Meta in accordance with Meta’s own privacy policy and advertising terms
WhatsApp Business (Meta): conversations conducted through WhatsApp are subject to WhatsApp’s own privacy and data policies
Service providers: third parties who assist us with website hosting, communication tools, or admissions processing, under confidentiality obligations
Legal authorities: if required by law, court order, or government request

We do not share your information with unrelated third parties for advertising purposes.

5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience, understand site traffic, and support our advertising campaigns (including Meta Pixel tracking for ad performance measurement). You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings; disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry, process your admission, maintain academic records, or comply with legal obligations. Enquiry data from individuals who do not proceed with admission may be retained for a reasonable period for follow-up communication, after which it may be deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your information, subject to legal or administrative record-keeping requirements
Opt out of promotional communications at any time (via WhatsApp opt-out, unsubscribe link, or by contacting us directly)
Withdraw consent for us to contact you, where consent is the basis for processing

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our courses are intended for individuals who are eligible for admission under our institute’s policies. If you are a parent or guardian enquiring on behalf of a minor, you confirm that you have the authority to share the minor’s information with us for admissions purposes.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website or social media pages may contain links to third-party websites (such as our Instagram, YouTube, or Facebook pages). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.