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Privacy Policy

Version v1 • Updated 16 Apr 2026

Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 16, 2026

1. Scope

This Privacy Policy explains how StudyWay collects, uses, stores, and shares personal data when students and parents use our services.

2. Data We Collect

  • Identity data: name, date of birth, nationality, passport/ID details.
  • Contact data: email, phone number, address.
  • Academic data: transcripts, test scores, certificates, and related documents.
  • Application data: selected programs, universities, deadlines, submission status.
  • Technical data: login activity, IP address, browser/user-agent metadata.

3. Why We Process Data

We process personal data to:

  • assess eligibility and prepare applications,
  • submit applications to universities and partner institutions,
  • support visa documentation workflows,
  • communicate updates, deadlines, and required actions,
  • comply with legal, contractual, and regulatory obligations.

4. Legal Basis

Depending on context, StudyWay processes data based on:

  • consent,
  • performance of a service contract,
  • legal obligation,
  • legitimate interests in delivering and improving services.

5. Data Sharing

StudyWay may share necessary data with:

  • universities and colleges,
  • visa and government authorities,
  • trusted service providers (translation, courier, payment, exam bodies),
  • legal/regulatory bodies where required by law.

StudyWay does not sell personal data.

6. Data Retention

Data is retained only as long as necessary for service delivery, compliance, dispute resolution, and legal recordkeeping requirements.

7. Data Security

StudyWay applies reasonable technical and organizational safeguards, including access controls, auditability, and secure session handling. No online system can guarantee absolute security.

8. Student/Parent Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may request to:

  • access your personal data,
  • correct inaccurate data,
  • request deletion or restricted processing,
  • withdraw consent where processing is consent-based.

9. International Transfers

Where required for admissions or visa processing, personal data may be transferred across borders with appropriate safeguards.

10. Policy Updates

StudyWay may update this policy periodically. Updated versions become effective when published. Material changes are reflected by a version update and publication date.

Contact

For privacy-related requests, contact StudyWay through official communication channels listed on the website.