Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, fill out forms, or contact us. This may include:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, educational background
• Academic Information: Educational qualifications, course preferences, career goals
• Communication Data: Messages, feedback, and correspondence with our team
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing educational counseling and course recommendations
• Processing applications and admissions inquiries
• Communicating with you about courses, programs, and updates
• Improving our services and website functionality
• Sending promotional materials and newsletters (with your consent)
• Complying with legal obligations and regulations

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Educational Partners: With colleges and universities for admission purposes
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve website functionality and user experience

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

5. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Object: Object to processing of your personal data

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Specifically:

• Account information: Until account deletion or 7 years of inactivity
• Communication records: 5 years from last interaction
• Academic records: As required by educational regulations
• Marketing data: Until you opt-out or withdraw consent

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including college and university websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Displaying prominent notices on our platform