Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

Welcome to Salon 85 Academy, operated under the name makeuphairacademykolkata. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you provide when you visit our website, contact us, submit an enquiry, book a counselling session, register for a course, purchase a product or service, or otherwise interact with our Academy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose personal information obtained through our website and related services.

By accessing or using our website, submitting information through our enquiry forms, contacting us, registering for a course, or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of our website and services.

1. About This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected by or on behalf of:

Business Name: makeuphairacademykolkata (Salon 85 Academy)

Website: makeuphairacademykolkata.com

Business Address:
85, Park St, Esplanade, Mullick Bazar, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700016, India

Working Hours:
Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through:

• Our website.
• Website enquiry forms.
• Course registration forms.
• Admission forms.
• Counselling bookings.
• Telephone communications.
• WhatsApp communications.
• Email communications.
• Social media communications.
• Academy interactions.
• Course and workshop registrations.
• Product or service transactions.
• Other legitimate business interactions.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect different types of information depending on how you interact with us.

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us, submit a form, register for a course, or use our services, we may collect information such as:

• Full name.
• Phone number.
• Email address.
• Course of interest.
• Preferred call time.
• Admission-related information.
• Enquiry details.
• Communication preferences.
• Information provided in messages or forms.
• Billing and transaction information where applicable.

You should only provide information that is accurate, complete, and relevant to your enquiry or use of our services.

2.2 Information Collected During Course Enrollment

If you enroll in a course, workshop, or training program, we may collect additional information necessary for administration and delivery of our services.

This may include:

• Student name.
• Contact details.
• Course information.
• Enrollment details.
• Attendance records.
• Assessment information.
• Certification records.
• Payment records.
• Communication history.
• Career support information where voluntarily provided.

We collect and use this information for legitimate Academy-related purposes.

2.3 Payment Information

Where you make payments for courses, workshops, products, or services, payment transactions may be processed through third-party payment providers.

We may receive limited payment-related information such as:

• Payment status.
• Transaction reference.
• Payment date.
• Amount paid.
• Payment method.
• Order or enrollment details.

Unless otherwise stated, we do not intentionally store complete payment card numbers, banking passwords, or other highly sensitive payment authentication information on our own systems.

Payment information may be processed by third-party payment providers according to their own privacy policies and security practices.

2.4 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically.

This may include:

• IP address.
• Browser type.
• Device type.
• Operating system.
• Approximate location information.
• Website pages visited.
• Time spent on pages.
• Referring website.
• Date and time of access.
• General usage information.

This information may be used to improve website performance, security, functionality, and user experience.

3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies.

Cookies are small data files that may be stored on your device when you visit a website.

We may use cookies for purposes such as:

• Website functionality.
• User preferences.
• Analytics.
• Performance monitoring.
• Security.
• Marketing measurement.
• Improving user experience.

Some cookies may be placed by third-party service providers.

You may be able to manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the website.

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use personal information for legitimate business, operational, educational, administrative, and communication purposes.

This may include:

4.1 Responding to Enquiries

We may use your information to:

• Respond to your questions.
• Provide course information.
• Explain admission processes.
• Share fee-related information.
• Arrange counselling sessions.
• Contact you regarding your enquiry.

4.2 Course Administration

If you enroll in a program, we may use your information to:

• Process enrollment.
• Manage your student records.
• Schedule training.
• Communicate course information.
• Maintain attendance records.
• Conduct assessments.
• Issue certificates where applicable.
• Provide student support.

4.3 Providing Services

We may use your information to deliver, manage, improve, and administer our Academy services, courses, workshops, products, and other offerings.

4.4 Communication

We may contact you through:

• Phone.
• Email.
• WhatsApp.
• SMS.
• Other communication channels.

Communications may relate to:

• Enquiries.
• Admissions.
• Course schedules.
• Bookings.
• Payments.
• Service updates.
• Important notices.
• Relevant promotional information.

4.5 Marketing and Promotions

Subject to applicable law and your preferences, we may use your contact information to send information about:

• Courses.
• Workshops.
• Masterclasses.
• Academy updates.
• Admission opportunities.
• Events.
• Offers.
• Relevant services.

You may request to stop receiving promotional communications.

However, we may continue sending essential service-related or transactional communications where necessary.

4.6 Website Improvement

We may use technical and usage information to:

• Understand website traffic.
• Improve website design.
• Improve navigation.
• Identify technical problems.
• Analyze visitor behavior.
• Improve content.
• Improve performance and security.

5. Legal Basis for Processing Information

Where applicable, we may process personal information based on one or more of the following grounds:

• Your consent.
• Performance of a requested service.
• Processing necessary for enrollment or contractual arrangements.
• Legitimate business interests.
• Compliance with legal obligations.
• Protection of rights, safety, and security.
• Prevention of fraud or misuse.

Where consent is relied upon, you may withdraw consent where legally applicable. Withdrawal of consent may not affect processing that occurred before withdrawal or processing permitted under another lawful basis.

6. Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell your personal information as a general business practice.

We may share personal information where reasonably necessary for legitimate purposes.

This may include sharing information with:

6.1 Service Providers

We may use third-party service providers for:

• Website hosting.
• Website maintenance.
• Payment processing.
• Analytics.
• Communication services.
• Marketing technology.
• Customer relationship management.
• Technical support.
• Security services.

These providers may process information on our behalf and may be subject to contractual or legal obligations.

6.2 Payment Providers

Where you make a payment, relevant transaction information may be shared with payment service providers to process and verify the transaction.

6.3 Career and Placement Partners

Where relevant and appropriate, information may be shared with potential employers or career partners for placement-related purposes.

Such sharing may occur where:

• You have requested or agreed to career assistance.
• You participate in a placement opportunity.
• The information is reasonably necessary for the opportunity.

The Academy does not guarantee employment as a result of such sharing.

6.4 Legal and Regulatory Authorities

We may disclose information where required or permitted by law.

This may include disclosures to:

• Courts.
• Government authorities.
• Law enforcement agencies.
• Regulatory authorities.
• Legal advisors.

We may also disclose information where necessary to protect our legal rights, property, users, students, staff, or the public.

6.5 Business Transfers

If the Academy undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, sale, transfer, or similar business transaction, personal information may be transferred as part of the relevant business assets, subject to applicable law.

7. WhatsApp, Phone, Email, and Other Communications

When you contact us through WhatsApp, phone, email, or other communication channels, we may retain relevant communication records for legitimate business purposes.

This may include:

• Your contact details.
• Messages.
• Enquiry information.
• Booking information.
• Course discussions.
• Service-related communication.

Third-party communication platforms may process information according to their own terms and privacy policies.

You should review the privacy practices of the relevant platform where appropriate.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

The length of time information is retained may depend on:

• The nature of the information.
• The purpose for which it was collected.
• Whether you are an active student.
• Legal and regulatory requirements.
• Accounting and financial record requirements.
• Dispute resolution requirements.
• Business and operational needs.

When information is no longer reasonably required, we may securely delete, anonymize, or otherwise dispose of it, subject to applicable legal obligations.

9. Data Security

We take reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, loss, or destruction.

Security measures may include:

• Access controls.
• Password protection.
• Secure website practices.
• Restricted access to personal information.
• Administrative safeguards.
• Technical monitoring where appropriate.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.

Therefore, while we take reasonable steps to protect information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials or information under your control.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

These rights may include the ability to:

• Request access to information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of information where legally applicable.
• Withdraw consent where applicable.
• Object to certain processing.
• Request restriction of certain processing.
• Opt out of promotional communications.
• Raise a privacy-related concern or complaint.

These rights may be subject to legal limitations and applicable exceptions.

To exercise a privacy right, you may contact us using the contact details provided on our website.

We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.

11. Marketing Communications

We may contact you regarding Academy courses, training programs, workshops, events, services, and other relevant business information.

You may opt out of promotional communications by:

• Following the unsubscribe instructions in an email, where available.
• Contacting us directly.
• Requesting removal from promotional communications.

Even after opting out of marketing communications, you may continue to receive important service-related communications, such as:

• Enrollment information.
• Payment confirmations.
• Booking information.
• Course updates.
• Important administrative notices.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not generally directed specifically toward children.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in circumstances where such collection is prohibited by applicable law.

Where enrollment or participation involves a person under the applicable age of legal majority, appropriate parent or legal guardian involvement may be required.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us in circumstances where such collection should not have occurred, please contact us.

13. Student and Client Photographs and Videos

Photographs and videos may be taken during Academy activities, training sessions, events, workshops, practical sessions, or other activities.

Such content may be used for:

• Educational documentation.
• Academy records.
• Promotional purposes.
• Marketing.
• Social media.
• Website content.
• Portfolio development.

Where required by applicable law, appropriate consent may be obtained.

Students, clients, trainers, and other individuals who have concerns about the use of their image should contact the Academy.

The Academy will consider reasonable requests in accordance with applicable law and operational circumstances.

14. Live Client Practice and Confidential Information

Students may participate in live client practice as part of certain Academy programs.

During such activities, students may become aware of personal information, images, preferences, or other information relating to clients.

Such information must be treated as confidential.

Students must not:

• Share private client information.
• Publish client photographs without permission.
• Use client information for unauthorized marketing.
• Record private conversations without appropriate consent.
• Disclose confidential information obtained during Academy activities.

Violations may result in disciplinary action and may have legal consequences.

15. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to or integrations with third-party websites, platforms, applications, or services.

These may include:

• Social media platforms.
• Payment gateways.
• Analytics providers.
• Communication services.
• Advertising platforms.
• External websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, security, or policies of third parties.

You should review the privacy policies of third-party services before providing personal information to them.

16. Analytics and Advertising

We may use analytics and advertising technologies to understand website performance and improve our marketing.

These technologies may help us understand:

• Website traffic.
• Visitor interactions.
• Campaign performance.
• General audience trends.
• Advertising effectiveness.

Third-party providers may collect information through cookies, pixels, tags, or similar technologies according to their own policies.

Where applicable, you may be able to manage certain preferences through your browser, device, or third-party platform settings.

17. International Data Transfers

Some third-party service providers used by the Academy may process information outside India.

Where personal information is transferred internationally, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that such processing is conducted in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that information may be processed through service providers located in different jurisdictions, subject to applicable law.

18. Accuracy of Personal Information

You are responsible for ensuring that information provided to us is accurate and up to date.

If your personal information changes, you may contact us to request an update where appropriate.

We may rely on the information provided by you when delivering services, processing admissions, managing communications, and maintaining records.

19. Data Breach and Security Incidents

If we become aware of a security incident involving personal information, we may take reasonable steps to investigate, contain, remediate, and respond to the incident.

Where required by applicable law, we may notify relevant individuals or authorities.

No online system can be guaranteed to be completely secure, and you acknowledge the inherent risks associated with electronic communications and internet use.

20. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Changes may be made to reflect:

• Changes in our services.
• Changes in technology.
• Changes in legal requirements.
• Changes in business operations.
• Changes in data processing practices.

The updated version will be published on the website with a revised “Last Updated” date.

You should review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Your continued use of the website or services after an updated Privacy Policy is published may indicate acceptance of the revised policy to the extent permitted by applicable law.

21. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, you may contact Salon 85 Academy through the official contact channels displayed on our website.

Salon 85 Academy

Business Name:
makeuphairacademykolkata (Salon 85 Academy)

Website:
makeuphairacademykolkata.com

Address:
85, Park St, Esplanade, Mullick Bazar, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700016, India

Working Hours:
Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

For privacy-related requests, please provide sufficient information to help us understand your request and verify your identity where necessary.

22. Consent and Acceptance

By using our website, submitting an enquiry, contacting us, registering for a course, making a booking, purchasing a product or service, or otherwise interacting with Salon 85 Academy, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Where consent is required by applicable law, we will seek consent through appropriate means.

You may withdraw consent where legally applicable by contacting us.

Withdrawal of consent may affect our ability to provide certain services where processing of information is necessary for that service.

Effective Date: 2026

Business Name: makeuphairacademykolkata (Salon 85 Academy)

Website: makeuphairacademykolkata.com