Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Last updated: September 2, 2025
Data Security

We use industry-standard encryption to protect your data.

Transparency

We're clear about what data we collect and how we use it.

Your Rights

You have control over your personal information.

Global Compliance

We comply with international privacy standards.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, information we get from your use of our services, and information from third-party sources.

Personal Information You Provide:

  • Name, email address, phone number
  • Educational background and academic records
  • Career goals and preferences
  • Country and program interests
  • Financial information (when applicable)
  • Documents and certificates you upload

Automatically Collected Information:

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages visited, time spent, clicks)
  • Location data (with your permission)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our educational consulting services
  • Match you with suitable universities and programs
  • Facilitate your application process
  • Communicate with you about our services
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Send you relevant educational opportunities and updates
  • Analyze and improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and ensure security
3. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent:

  • Universities and institutions you're interested in
  • Third-party service providers who assist with applications
  • Partners who help facilitate your education journey

For Legal Reasons:

  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect our rights and safety
  • To prevent fraud or illegal activities

Business Transfers:

If we're involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred.

4. Data Security

Our Security Measures:

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure servers with regular security updates
  • Access controls and authentication systems
  • Regular security audits and monitoring
  • Employee training on data protection
  • Secure backup and disaster recovery procedures

Note: No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Provide personalized content and recommendations
  • Improve our services and user experience
  • Facilitate social media integration

Types of Cookies We Use:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
  • Performance Cookies: Help us analyze website performance
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access & Portability:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Receive a copy of your data in a portable format

Control & Correction:

  • Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your account and personal data

Restrictions:

  • Restrict processing of your data
  • Object to certain types of processing

Communication:

  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent where applicable

How to Exercise Your Rights: Contact us at info@abroaduni.co or use the contact information provided below. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services to you
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
  • Improve our services and user experience

Retention Periods:

  • Account Data: Until you delete your account
  • Application Data: 7 years after application completion
  • Communication Records: 3 years
  • Technical Data: 2 years
8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.

These safeguards include adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, and other approved mechanisms to ensure your data receives adequate protection.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Post the updated policy on our website
  • Update the "Last Updated" date
  • Notify you via email for significant changes
  • Request consent where required by law

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Information

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

Email: info@abroaduni.co

Phone: +92 321 3484786

Address: London House: 8-A, Lawrence Road, Lahore, 54000, Pakistan

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days and provide assistance in exercising your privacy rights.

Your Privacy Matters

We're committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.