Last Updated: October 2025
Introduction & Scope
Welcome to the Policy Center of Digital Bud. This is your trusted platform for educational & empowerment, and an AI-powered Mentorship Hub. It focuses on learning, career growth, mentoring, professional development, personality development, and employability skills.
This page gathers all the essential legal, compliance, and rights-based information. It ensures transparency and trust across our global community.
Whether you’re a Mentor, Mentee, or a Visitor, these policies help you understand how we safeguard your data. They keep platform accessibility. They also uphold ethical digital practices.
This document outlines our Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, Cookie Policy, Payment & Refund Policy, Data Rights, and Disclaimers.
Contact us at digitalbud@zohomail.in for any policy-related queries or complaints.
Definitions
A. Personal Data: Information identifying an individual.
B. Processing: Any operation performed on data (collection, storage, etc.).
C. Data Topic: Individual whose data is processed.
D. Controller: We decide the purposes of processing.
E. Cookies: Small data files on user devices.
Information We Collect
A) Information you give: name, email, phone, qualifications, documents, messages.
B) Automatically collected: IP, browser data, device info, cookies.
C) Third-party sources: analytics, payment gateways, social logins.
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly required and consented.
Use of Information
We use your data to deliver services. We also use it to process transactions and communicate updates. It helps us improve platform functionality. Additionally, we prevent fraud and follow legal obligations. We do not use data for incompatible purposes without consent.
Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on Consent, Contractual Necessity, Legitimate Interests, Legal Obligation, and Vital Interests as applicable.
Sharing & Disclosure
We share data only with necessary third parties (payment gateways, analytics providers, cloud hosts, authorities). We never sell or rent your data. Cross-border transfers follow lawful safeguards.
Data Retention & Deletion
We keep data only as long as required. Upon inquiry or completion of the purpose, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
Data Rights
You have rights to Access, Correct, Remove, Restrict, Object, Portability, and Withdraw Consent.
Send requests via email at digitalbud@zohomail.in. Response within 10 business days.
Security Measures
We use SSL encryption, access controls, regular audits, and secure payment gateways. Breach notifications will be provided if legally required.
Privacy Policy
We collect only the information needed to personalize your mentorship experience. All data is secured, encrypted, and never shared without consent. This policy outlines:
- What data do we collect
- How we use it
- Who can access it
- Your rights as a user
Cookie Policy
We use cookies for functionality, analytics, and user experience improvement. You can manage cookies via browser settings or site consent banners.
Submission Terms
By submitting your profile, content, or information to Digital Bud Mentorship Hub, you agree that:
- You own or have permission to share the content you send.
- You grant Digital Bud permission to show and promote your submitted content (e.g., Mentor or Mentee profile) on the platform.
- You will not send false, misleading, or offensive material.
- Digital Bud reserves the right to review, edit, or remove any content that violates our policies or is deemed inappropriate.
- Your submitted data will be processed according to our Privacy Policy.
Terms of Use
By using Digital Bud, you agree to our terms. Content ownership remains with Digital Bud. Misuse or result in suspension. Liability is limited as permitted by law. Your use of Digital Bud is bound by a transparent user agreement. It ensures ethical engagement. It also promotes responsible communication and smooth platform operations.
Donation / Payment Policy
Transactions are processed securely via PCI-compliant gateways. Refunds, if applicable, follow our stated policy. Transparent refund rules apply to paid mentorship services, events, or premium listings.
Disclaimers & Limitations
We are not responsible for external links or third-party content. Content is for informational purposes only. Use at your discretion.
Contact & Grievance
For privacy or data-related issues, contact:
Email: digitalbud@zohomail.in
Response time: 10 working days.
Updates
Policy updates will be posted on our website. Users will be notified of major revisions.