1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name, email, phone number
- Date of birth, nationality
- Educational history (institution, GPA, field of study)
- Profile photos
Usage Information
- Pages visited, features used
- Search queries
- Application tracking data
- Device and browser information
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and improve our services
- Match you with relevant scholarships
- Send notifications and reminders
- Process applications and payments
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do NOT sell your personal data.
We may share with:
- Scholarship providers (with your consent)
- Consultants (for booked services)
- Service providers (hosting, email, analytics)
- Legal authorities (when required by law)
4. Data Retention
- Active accounts: Data retained while account exists
- Deleted accounts: Data deleted within 30 days
- Anonymized analytics: May be retained indefinitely
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your account and data
- Export your data
- Opt out of marketing communications
6. Cookies
We use cookies for:
- Authentication and security
- Preferences and settings
- Analytics (with consent)
7. Data Security
We implement:
- Encryption in transit and at rest
- Access controls and audit logs
- Regular security assessments
8. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
9. International Users
Data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. By using the Platform, you consent to such transfers.