DPDP Act 2023 Compliant | Last Updated: 12/12/2025
Notice to Indian Users
This notice is provided under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) to inform you about the personal data we collect and how we use it.
What We Collect
Personal Information
- Email address
- Name
- University/College affiliation
Review Data
- Professor reviews and ratings
- Course information
- Votes and flags
Technical Data
- IP address
- Browser and device information
- Usage patterns
Why We Collect It
- Provide and improve our platform
- Display reviews to help students
- Moderate content for quality and safety
- Prevent spam and abuse
- Communicate important updates
Your Rights
Under DPDP Act 2023, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Data portability
- Grievance redressal
To exercise these rights, contact us.
Data Storage
Your data is stored securely using Supabase (PostgreSQL database) with servers in India/Singapore. We use encryption and follow industry best practices for data security.
Data Retention
- Account data: While account is active
- Deleted accounts: Anonymized within 30 days
- Reviews: Kept (anonymized) for platform integrity
- Logs: 90 days
Contact
For questions about data collection or to exercise your rights:
Email: privacy@ratemyprof.in
Grievance Officer: grievance@ratemyprof.in
Response Time: 24-48 hours