Data Deletion Policy — 165GTS Chemistry Classes

1. Introduction
165GTS Chemistry Classes ("we," "us," or "165GTS") is committed to protecting your privacy and giving you full control over your personal data. This Data Deletion Policy explains how you can request the deletion of your personal data from our systems, in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and other applicable Indian laws.

2. What Data We Hold
Depending on how you have interacted with us, we may hold the following personal data:
Name, phone number, and email address (from enrolment or enquiry forms)
Course enrolment and payment records
Student performance and assessment data (via Classplus platform)
Communication history (WhatsApp, email)
Data submitted via Facebook/Meta Lead Ads or WhatsApp

3. How to Request Data Deletion
3.1 For Website & App Users
If you have submitted your information on our website (www.165gts.com) or enrolled in a course via the Classplus app and wish to have your data deleted:
Step 1 — Email us at hello@165gts.com Use the subject line: "Data Deletion Request"
Step 2 — Include the following details in your email:
Your full name
The email address or phone number used during enrolment or enquiry
Any additional information to help us identify your records (e.g., course name, enrolment date)
Step 3 — We will process your request:
Your data will be permanently deleted from our records within 7 working days
You will receive a confirmation email once the deletion is complete

3.2 For Facebook / Meta / WhatsApp Users
If you have interacted with us via Facebook Lead Ads, Instagram, or WhatsApp and wish to delete your data:
Option A — Remove App Access via Facebook:
Log in to your Facebook account
Go to Settings & Privacy → Settings → Apps and Websites
Find "165GTS Chemistry" in the list
Click Remove to revoke access and delete all associated data and permissions
Option B — Email Us Directly:
Send an email to hello@165gts.com with:
Subject line: "Data Deletion Request — Facebook/Meta"
Your Facebook username or the email/phone number linked to your Facebook or WhatsApp account

4. What Happens After Your Request
Once we receive and verify your deletion request:
All your personal data will be permanently deleted from our internal systems within 7 working days
Where possible, we will also request deletion from relevant third-party platforms we use (such as Meta, WhatsApp, Classplus, or email platforms)
You will receive a confirmation email once the deletion is complete
Certain data may be retained as required by law — for example, payment and transaction records are retained for a minimum of 7 years under Indian tax and accounting regulations. Such retained data will not be used for any other purpose.

5. Deletion of Minor's Data
If the data deletion request relates to a student who is a minor (below 18 years of age), the request must be submitted by the student's parent or legal guardian, who should identify themselves as such in the email.

6. Response Timelines
Action
Timeline
Acknowledgement of your request
Within 72 hours
Completion of data deletion
Within 7 working days
Confirmation email sent
Upon completion


7. Limitations on Deletion
We may be unable to delete certain data in the following circumstances:
Data required to be retained under Indian law (e.g., financial and tax records — retained for 7 years)
Data necessary to resolve an ongoing dispute or legal claim
Data already anonymised and no longer identifiable to you
In such cases, we will inform you of the specific reason for retention.

8. Contact Us
For any questions or assistance regarding data deletion, please contact us:
165GTS Chemistry Classes Flat No. 201, K Block, Aparna Kanopy Marigold, Gundlapochampalli, Kompally, Medchal, Hyderabad
mail: hello@165gts.com
Phone numbers: +91 76749 85165 / +91 76749 15165
website:www.165gts.com

Thank you for trusting 165GTS Chemistry Classes. Your privacy matters to us.