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Privacy Policy

A Legal Disclaimer

1% Abroad ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our services, website, or interact with us in any capacity.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

1.1 Personal Identifiable Information (PII):

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (including WhatsApp number)

  • Date of birth

  • Address

1.2 Educational and Professional Information:

  • Academic history (grades, transcripts, certificates)

  • Resume or CV

  • Test scores (e.g., GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL)

  • Preferred course of study and universities

  • Work experience and internships

1.3 Financial Information:

  • Scholarship eligibility and requirements

  • Budget for education and living expenses

1.4 Behavioral and Technical Information:

  • Website usage data (via cookies or analytics)

  • Communication history (calls, emails, WhatsApp messages)

1.5 Additional Information:

  • Feedback or testimonials

  • Session attendance records

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 Providing Services:

  • Assisting with university and course selection.

  • Supporting application processes, including documents and recommendations.

  • Identifying and applying for scholarships.

2.2 Communication:

  • Sending updates, newsletters, or session invitations.

  • Responding to inquiries and requests.

2.3 Marketing and Outreach:

  • Sharing relevant offers and opportunities tailored to your interests.

  • Managing lead generation campaigns.

2.4 Improving Services:

  • Enhancing our platform and offerings based on feedback and usage data.

  • Conducting surveys or user research.

2.5 Compliance and Legal Obligations:

  • Meeting regulatory requirements or responding to legal processes.

3. How We Share Your Information

We value your trust and do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: With third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services (e.g., visa consultants, language test preparation providers).

  • Educational Institutions: With universities, scholarship committees, and other relevant organizations during application processes.

  • Compliance: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.

  • Consent: With your explicit permission for any other purpose.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. You can request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 7).

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience, track website performance, and gather insights into user behavior. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Security

We implement industry-standard measures to safeguard your personal information, including encryption, secure storage, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.

  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data.

  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications.

  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

8. Third-Party Links

Our website or services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for updates.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

  • Email: [Insert Email Address]

  • Phone: [Insert Phone Number]

  • Mailing Address: [Insert Mailing Address]

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting 1% Abroad with your journey to global education.

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