Data Security and Cookie Policy – The Certified Examiner

Effective Date: 1st November 2025

1. Introduction

At The Certified Examiner (TCE), we take your privacy and data protection seriously.
As an authorized Cambridge English Examination Centre and a vertical of CBS HUB Pvt. Ltd., we are committed to safeguarding all personal information collected through our website and services.

This Data Security and Cookie Policy explains how we protect your information, maintain data integrity, and use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on https://thecertifiedexaminer.in.

2. Our Commitment to Data Security

We understand the importance of protecting your personal and educational information.
To ensure confidentiality and reliability, we implement a range of technical, administrative, and physical security measures designed to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure of data.

Our security practices include:

• Encrypted website connection (HTTPS/SSL) to ensure safe communication.
• Secure hosting environments with industry-standard firewalls and access controls.
• Restricted internal access — only authorized personnel can handle candidate or user data.
• Regular data backups and monitoring to prevent accidental data loss.
• Compliance with Cambridge English data handling guidelines for exam registration and reporting.

We continuously review and update our data protection processes to align with best practices in information security and privacy compliance.

3. Information We Secure

We protect all personal and institutional data shared with us, including but not limited to:

• Candidate details (name, contact, date of birth, school, etc.)
• School or institution information used for exam registration
• Teacher and training centre details
• Communication records through contact forms or emails
• Any additional data required for exam administration or Cambridge reporting

This data is stored securely and used only for authorized educational and examination purposes.

4. Third-Party and Cambridge Data Handling

As an authorized Cambridge Examination Centre, some candidate and institutional data may be shared securely with Cambridge University Press & Assessment for exam registration and reporting purposes.
This data sharing follows strict Cambridge privacy and security protocols and is used solely to fulfill legitimate exam-related obligations.

We do not sell, rent, or trade any personal information to third parties.

5. How We Protect Your Data

To ensure ongoing protection, we follow the CIA model of data security:

• Confidentiality – Data is accessed only by authorized individuals.
• Integrity – Information remains accurate and unchanged during storage and transmission.
• Availability – Authorized users can access necessary data when required for legitimate educational functions.

Our systems are monitored and maintained regularly to detect and prevent unauthorized access attempts or potential vulnerabilities.

6. Use of Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and deliver relevant information.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us remember your preferences and track general visitor behavior — never personal details.

We use the following types of cookies:

a. Essential Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function properly — for example, remembering your session or login state.

b. Analytical Cookies

We may use analytics tools like Google Analytics to understand visitor patterns, page engagement, and website performance.
Data collected is anonymous and used only for improving user experience.

c. Functional Cookies

These enhance functionality by remembering user preferences such as language or region.

d. Third-Party Cookies

Some embedded content (like videos, forms, or external links) may use third-party cookies from trusted educational partners.
We ensure that these third parties also maintain privacy and compliance standards.

7. Managing Cookies

You have full control over cookie preferences.
You can:

• Accept or decline cookies when you first visit our site.
• Change browser settings to block or delete cookies.
• Opt out of analytics tracking (if applicable).

Please note: disabling certain cookies may affect the website’s performance or limit access to specific features.

For instructions on managing cookies, refer to your browser’s help section:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

8. Data Retention Policy

We retain user and exam-related data only for as long as necessary to fulfill legitimate purposes:

• Candidate and exam data: retained as per Cambridge English examination record policies.
• Website inquiries and communication records: retained for up to 12 months unless required for ongoing educational support.
• Analytics and cookie data: retained for a limited time to analyze traffic trends, then automatically deleted.

After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data.
• Withdraw consent for non-essential data processing or cookie use.
• Request clarification on how your data is stored or shared.

For such requests, please email us at
📧 info@thecertifiedexaminer.in
We respond promptly to all legitimate requests.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Data Security and Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect system enhancements or legal requirements.
All changes will be published on this page with the updated Effective Date.
We encourage visitors to review this policy periodically to stay informed.

11. Contact Us

If you have any concerns or questions regarding our data protection or cookie use, please contact:

The Certified Examiner
(A Vertical of CBS HUB Pvt. Ltd.)
Central Book Shop, Hyderabad – India
📧 Email: info@thecertifiedexaminer.in

12. Compliance & Acknowledgment

The Certified Examiner fully complies with Cambridge University Press & Assessment data handling policies, and follows fair use principles for educational resources.
All Cambridge-related logos, content, and materials remain the intellectual property of Cambridge University Press & Assessment and are used here for authorized exam and educational purposes only.

By using this website, you acknowledge and consent to our use of cookies and agree to our data protection practices as outlined in this policy.