Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how the Centre for Assistive Technology (CAT) ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your information when you use our website, services, and products. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected and that you understand how we handle your personal information in the context of our mission to provide accessible assistive technology.

We collect information that you provide directly to us, such as when you:

• Contact us through our website for assistive technology inquiries
• Register for our training programs or workshops
• Request product information or technical specifications
• Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on assistive technology developments
• Make inquiries about partnerships with rehabilitation centres or hospitals
• Apply for employment or volunteer opportunities
• Participate in our surveys or feedback programs

We may also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

• IP address and location information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referral sources

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide comprehensive information about assistive technology products and services
• Process and respond to inquiries from healthcare professionals and organizations
• Deliver training programs and educational resources
• Send you updates about new assistive technology developments and research
• Improve our website and services based on user feedback
• Maintain communication with partners, clients, and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent for specific purposes
• To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
• To protect the rights, property, and safety of CAT, our users, and the public
• With trusted partners who help us deliver assistive technology services (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• In connection with organizational changes such as mergers or acquisitions

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission and storage
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Secure data backup and disaster recovery systems
• Employee training on data protection and privacy practices

While we strive to protect your information, no security system is completely impenetrable. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to continuous improvement of our security measures.

Under applicable privacy laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website and analyze usage patterns. We only use essential cookies necessary for the proper functioning of our services and do not use tracking cookies for marketing purposes.

As CAT operates in India and serves clients across South Asia, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

Our services are primarily intended for healthcare professionals, rehabilitation centres, and organizations working with assistive technology. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us: