TERMS AND CONDITIONS
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern (a) your enrollment and participation in any course, cohort, workshop, bootcamp, career discovery program, or talent pipeline program offered by INSTY (each a “Program”), and (b) your use of any INSTY website, platform, communities, tools, or services (the “Service”).
By enrolling in a Program, creating an account, making a payment, accessing the Service, or attending any session (online/offline), you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not enroll or use the Service.
About INSTY (Contact & Grievance)
INSTY Address: 7th Floor, Fortune Terraces, New Link Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400053, Maharashtra, India
Email (Support + Grievance):instyoffice@gmail.com
Grievance Redressal: We aim to acknowledge grievances within 48 hours and attempt resolution within 30 days.
Definitions
You / User / Learner: Any person using the Service and/or enrolling in a Program.
Content: Materials provided by INSTY (videos, slides, templates, recordings, frameworks, assessments, resources, branding).
Input: Any data/text/images/files you upload or submit.
Output: Any content generated on the Service based on your Input (if applicable).
Live Brief / Project: Practical work performed during a Program.
Eligibility
You must be 18+, or have written parent/guardian consent. You confirm information you provide is accurate and complete.
PART A — Program Terms
Enrollment & Access
Enrollment is confirmed only after successful payment and completion of any screening/verification steps (if applicable).
Access to Program materials, communities, and sessions is for personal use only. Credential sharing may result in suspension/removal.
Program Delivery (Hybrid / Online / Offline)
Programs may be delivered in a hybrid format (online + offline), as communicated for the specific batch. INSTY may reasonably modify schedules, venues, instructors/mentors, delivery tools, and content sequence due to operational needs while maintaining intended outcomes.
Code of Conduct
You agree to respectful conduct. Prohibited conduct includes harassment, hate speech, threats, bullying, discrimination, disruption, spamming/solicitation, cheating, plagiarism, impersonation, and misuse of community channels. Violations may lead to removal and loss of access (see Refunds).
Assessments & Integrity
Programs may include assignments, evaluations, attendance requirements, and performance reviews. Integrity violations may result in score cancellation, certificate denial, disqualification from opportunities, or removal.
Recording Policy (Important)
Learners may NOT record any session (audio/video/screen) online or offline without prior written permission from INSTY.
Unauthorized recording/sharing/reposting/sale is a material breach and may result in removal and legal action.
INSTY may record sessions for learner access, quality, training, or internal review unless stated otherwise for a Program.
Intellectual Property (INSTY Content)
All Content is owned by or licensed to INSTY. You receive a limited, personal, non-transferable license to use Content only for learning. You may not copy, distribute, resell, upload, publish, or commercially exploit any Content without written permission.
Live Briefs / Projects — Ownership & Portfolio
Unless INSTY explicitly states otherwise in writing for a specific Program:
INSTY owns deliverables/outputs created as part of the Program (drafts + finals).
Portfolio use is permitted only after written approval by INSTY and only if it does not reveal confidential information or violate partner/client requirements.
INSTY may restrict/revoke portfolio permissions for confidentiality, quality control, partner/client requirements, or IP reasons.
Certificates (If Applicable)
Certificates (if any) may be issued based on completion/performance and verification. INSTY may withhold/revoke certificates for misconduct, integrity violations, or non-payment.
Hiring / Interview Opportunities (“Guaranteed Interviews”)
If a Program advertises “Guaranteed Interviews”:
This means INSTY will facilitate interview opportunities for eligible learners, subject to Program criteria (for example: minimum attendance, completion of required work, satisfactory conduct, and any screening criteria communicated).
“Interview opportunity” means INSTY will make reasonable efforts to schedule at least one interview/screening interaction through its network or arranged panels.
This does not guarantee selection, job offer, compensation, role type, location, start date, or timeline; final decisions rest with employers/partners.
PART B — Payments, Refunds, Transfers
Payments
Fees, applicable taxes (including GST where applicable), and payment schedules will be communicated at the time of enrollment/checkout. If installments are offered and payments are missed, INSTY may pause access until dues are cleared.
Refunds, Cancellations & Transfers
No refunds after purchase. Once payment is made and enrollment/access is confirmed, fees are non-refundable, except where required by applicable law.
Seat transfers are not allowed.
If INSTY cancels a Program entirely and does not provide a reasonable alternative (replacement batch/format), INSTY may issue a refund or credit at its discretion, unless otherwise required by law.
PART C — Service / Platform Terms (Website, Community, Tools, AI Features)
Account Security
If you create an account, you are responsible for maintaining credential confidentiality and all activity under your account.
Input Responsibility
You are solely responsible for your Input and confirm you have the rights/permissions to submit it. You must not upload illegal, infringing, or harmful content.
Output (If Tools/AI Are Offered)
If the Service generates Output:
Subject to your compliance, you may use the Output for lawful purposes.
Program exception: If Output/deliverables are created as part of a Program/Live Brief, Section 10 applies.
Accuracy disclaimer: Output may be inaccurate/incomplete/biased; you should verify independently before relying on it.
Acceptable Use
You agree not to use INSTY to:
generate illegal, defamatory, hateful, harassing, or harmful content
infringe third-party IP, privacy, or publicity rights
reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract source code/models
scrape/automate/mass-generate content in a manner that disrupts systems or violates usage limits
bypass security or access controls
Third-Party Tools
Programs/Service may use third-party tools (video platforms, messaging apps, cloud tools, payment gateways). Their terms may apply. INSTY is not responsible for third-party outages or changes.
PART D — Privacy, Liability, Termination, Legal
Privacy
INSTY collects and processes personal data for enrollment, delivery, assessments, certification, interview facilitation, communications, support, safety, and compliance, in accordance with applicable Indian laws.
Communications
You consent to receive Program-related communications via email/WhatsApp/SMS/phone. You may opt out of promotional messages; essential Program communications may still be sent.
Disclaimers
Programs and the Service are educational/informational. Outcomes depend on effort, background, and market/employer requirements. No guarantee is made beyond what is explicitly stated in these Terms.
Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless INSTY (and its team/partners) from claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising out of your (a) breach of these Terms, (b) misconduct, (c) Input you submit, or (d) violation of law or third-party rights.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
INSTY is not liable for indirect/incidental/special/consequential damages (including loss of profits, opportunities, or data).
INSTY’s total liability for any claim will not exceed the amount paid by you for the relevant Program/Service giving rise to the claim.
Termination / Suspension
INSTY may suspend or terminate access to the Service and/or Program (including communities/materials) for violations of these Terms, misconduct, integrity issues, credential sharing, or harmful activity. Termination may be immediate where necessary for safety/compliance.
Force Majeure
INSTY is not responsible for delays/failures due to events beyond reasonable control (natural disasters, government actions, strikes, outages, internet disruptions, etc.).
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of India. Courts in Mumbai, Maharashtra shall have jurisdiction.
Miscellaneous
Severability: If any provision is unenforceable, the remainder remains effective.
Waiver: Failure to enforce a provision is not a waiver.
Entire Agreement: These Terms plus any Program-specific written addenda form the entire agreement.
Assignment: INSTY may assign its rights/obligations to a successor; you may not transfer your rights without written consent.
Updates: INSTY may update these Terms; continued use/enrollment after updates means acceptance
INSTY — Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how INSTY (“INSTY”, “we”, “us”) collects, uses, shares, stores, and protects personal data when you visit our website, use our platform/tools/communities, or enroll in our programs (“Services”). This Policy should be read with our Terms & Conditions.
We process personal data in accordance with applicable Indian laws, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and notified rules under it, and other applicable IT rules.
Who we are (Data Fiduciary) & Contact
INSTY Address: 7th Floor, Fortune Terraces, New Link Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400053, Maharashtra, India
Email (Support + Privacy/Grievance):instyoffice@gmail.com
If you have questions or requests related to your personal data, email us at instyoffice@gmail.com.
What personal data we collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data depending on how you interact with us:
A. Identity & contact data
Name, email address, phone number, date of birth/age confirmation (where required)
B. Profile & application data (for programs / talent pipeline)
Education, work history, portfolio links, social handles (optional), skills, interests, assessment responses/scores, interview readiness information, communication history
C. Transaction & billing data
Payment status, transaction reference details, invoices/receipts (note: payments are typically processed by third-party payment processors; we may not store full card/bank details)
D. Content you submit
Assignments, project submissions, forms, community posts/messages, files, and any “Input” you upload to our tools (if offered)
E. Technical & usage data
Device information, browser type, IP address, approximate location (derived), log data, pages viewed, timestamps, referral URLs, cookies and similar tracking data
F. Audio/visual data (if applicable)
Session recordings/photographs where sessions are recorded (as described in our Terms)
We do not intend to collect highly sensitive personal data (e.g., passwords for your other accounts, detailed medical data) unless you voluntarily provide it. Please avoid sharing such information unless specifically requested for a lawful purpose.
How we collect personal data
We collect personal data:
Directly from you (forms, enrollment, account creation, submissions, support emails, community participation)
Automatically (cookies/logs/analytics when you use our website/platform)
From partners/employers (only where relevant for interview facilitation, verification, or program delivery and where lawful)
Why we process your personal data (Purposes)
We process personal data to:
Provide and administer our Services (enrollment, program delivery, support)
Verify identity/eligibility and maintain platform integrity
Conduct assessments, issue certificates (if applicable), track progress
Facilitate interview opportunities/talent pipeline processes (where applicable)
Communicate program updates, operational messages, and support responses
Improve our Services, troubleshoot issues, prevent fraud/abuse
Maintain records for accounting, compliance, dispute resolution, and enforcement of terms
Meet legal obligations and respond to lawful requests
We follow purpose limitation, data minimisation, security safeguards, and storage limitation principles as required under applicable law.
Legal basis / grounds for processing
Where required, we process personal data based on:
Your consent (e.g., optional marketing, certain profile sharing, certain tool inputs), and you may withdraw consent as described below
Performance of a contract (to deliver Services you request)
“Legitimate uses” / lawful purposes permitted under applicable law (e.g., where you voluntarily provide data for a specified purpose)
Compliance with law (tax, accounting, legal requests)
How we share personal data
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share personal data only on a need-to-know basis with:
A. Service providers (Data Processors)
Hosting/cloud storage, email/communication tools, analytics, customer support tools, payment processors, and video/meeting tools (to operate and deliver Services). Data fiduciaries remain responsible for processing done on their behalf and are expected to use contracts with processors.
B. Employers/partners (Talent pipeline / interviews)
With your participation/eligibility in a program or pipeline, we may share relevant profile details (e.g., resume/portfolio/assessment highlights) with potential employers/partners for interview facilitation and evaluation. We will aim to share only what is necessary for that purpose.
C. Legal and compliance
Regulators, courts, law enforcement, or government agencies where required by law or to protect rights/safety.
Cookies & tracking technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Keep the website/platform functional
Understand usage and improve performance
Measure marketing effectiveness (if applicable)
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, including:
Delivering Services and supporting users
Maintaining records for legal, tax, accounting, and dispute resolution needs
Retention is guided by storage limitation expectations under applicable law.
Security safeguards
We maintain reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Security expectations and “reasonable security practices” are recognised under Indian IT rules and data protection law.
No system is 100% secure; however, we work to continuously improve safeguards.
Personal data breach
If a personal data breach occurs, we will take reasonable steps to investigate, mitigate, and, where required, notify affected users and the appropriate authority (e.g., the Data Protection Board of India) in the manner prescribed by law.
Your rights (Data Principal rights)
Subject to applicable law, you may have rights including:
Access to information about personal data processing
Correction, completion, updating, and erasure (where applicable)
Withdrawal of consent where consent is the basis of processing
Grievance redressal
Nomination (to allow another individual to exercise rights in case of death/incapacity)
To exercise rights, email instyoffice@gmail.com with your request and verification details. We may need to verify identity before acting.
Children’s data
Our Services are generally intended for individuals 18+. Where processing of children’s data may occur, we will take steps consistent with applicable legal requirements (including parental/guardian consent where required) and we do not knowingly engage in targeted advertising or behavioural monitoring directed at children where prohibited.
Cross-border transfers
We may store/process personal data using service providers located in India or other jurisdictions. Where cross-border transfer restrictions apply, we will follow applicable legal requirements and safeguards.
Third-party links
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or tools. Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies. INSTY is not responsible for third-party privacy practices.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy periodically. We will update the “Last Updated” date and may provide additional notice where appropriate. Continued use of Services after updates indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.
Contact / Grievance
For privacy questions, requests, or complaints:
Email:instyoffice@gmail.com
Address: 7th Floor, Fortune Terraces, New Link Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400053, Maharashtra, India
INSTY — Data Deletion / Account Deletion Request
This page explains how you can request deletion of your INSTY account and/or personal data. This process applies to users of INSTY’s website, platform, tools, communities, and programs (“Services”).
What you can request
You may request one of the following:
A. Delete my INSTY account
Deletion of your account and associated profile data on INSTY systems.
B. Delete specific personal data
Examples: phone number, email marketing contact, profile details, uploaded documents (where applicable).
C. Delete data linked to a specific service/program
Examples: community data, tool inputs/outputs (if applicable), or program application data.
How to request deletion
Email us at: instyoffice@gmail.com
Subject line: “Data Deletion Request” or “Account Deletion Request”
Please include:
Full Name
Registered Email Address (used on INSTY)
Registered Phone Number (if provided)
Request Type (Account deletion / Specific data deletion)
What you want deleted (be specific if requesting partial deletion)
Reason (optional)
Verification: We may ask you to verify ownership (e.g., request sent from your registered email or a one-time verification step). We do this to prevent unauthorized deletions.
Requests via nominee/authorized person: If a nominee/authorized person is making the request, we may ask for reasonable proof of authorization before processing.
What “deletion” means
Depending on the category of data and legal/operational requirements, deletion may mean:
Permanent deletion from active systems, and/or
De-identification/anonymization so data can no longer be linked to you, and/or
Restriction of processing (where deletion is not possible immediately due to backups or legal retention)
Timelines
We aim to acknowledge your request within 48 hours.
We aim to complete the request within 30 days, subject to verification and lawful retention requirements.
If we need more information, we will contact you using the email address you provided.
What we may retain (legal and operational reasons)
Even after deletion, INSTY may retain limited information where required or permitted by law or for legitimate purposes, such as:
Invoices/receipts and accounting/tax records
Compliance records (as required by applicable law)
Fraud prevention and security logs
Dispute resolution / enforcement of Terms
Audit trails (limited access, restricted use)
Where retained, the data will be stored securely and only for as long as required for the above purposes.
Third-party platforms
Some Services may use third-party platforms (e.g., payment processors, video platforms, messaging tools). We can delete data from our systems and request deletion from providers where feasible, but we may not control or be able to delete data stored solely by third parties. You may also need to contact those third parties directly.
What deletion may affect
Deleting your account/data may result in:
loss of access to your profile, community groups, stored materials, and progress records
loss of access to prior submissions or history
inability to re-access certificates/verification (if any), unless certificate/verification records must be retained for compliance or verification
If you are currently enrolled in an ongoing Program, deleting your account may impact your ability to participate.
Contact
INSTY Email:instyoffice@gmail.com
Address: 7th Floor, Fortune Terraces, New Link Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400053, Maharashtra, Indi