This Privacy Policy explains how Global Scholars Agency (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our Services. By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Scope and Application

1.1 This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and applicants who access or use our website, program listings, consultancy services, and related platforms (collectively referred to as “Services”).

1.2 It describes how we process personal and non-personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the Data Protection Act and international privacy standards.

2. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: Your name, email address, phone number, academic records, curriculum vitae, identification documents, and other details you voluntarily provide.
• Application Data: Information related to programs or institutions you apply to through us.
• Technical Information: IP address, device identifiers, browser type, pages visited, and usage statistics collected through cookies or analytics tools.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide educational consultancy and guidance services.
• To process and manage applications to programs or institutions.
• To communicate with you regarding inquiries, services, and updates.
• To improve our website, user experience, and service delivery.
• To fulfil our legal and regulatory obligations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data on the following legal grounds:

• Your consent, where required.
• Performance of a contract or steps taken at your request before entering into a contract.
• Compliance with legal obligations.
• Our legitimate interests, such as improving our Services and ensuring network security.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it only with:

• Trusted partner institutions or organisations assisting with placements or applications.
• Service providers who process data on our behalf (e.g., IT, hosting, analytics).
• Regulatory or law enforcement authorities, if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

6. International Data Transfers

As we work with institutions worldwide, your data may be transferred and stored in countries outside your country of residence. Where such transfers occur, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Rights

You have the following rights under data protection laws:

• Access your personal data and request a copy.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request deletion or restriction of your data, subject to legal limitations.
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
• Request transfer (portability) of your data to another service provider.

To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyse site usage, and improve functionality. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed at individuals under 18. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a minor without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or our practices. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, contact us at:
info@globalscholarsagency.org
+1 6029356922