Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out inquiry forms on our website
• Register for counseling sessions
• Subscribe to our newsletters
• Contact us via phone, email, or WhatsApp
• Submit documents for admission processing

2. Types of Information Collected

• Personal Details: Name, date of birth, gender, nationality
• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, residential address
• Educational Information: Academic records, entrance exam scores, qualifications
• Passport Information: Passport number, expiry date, visa details
• Financial Information: Bank details for fee payments (processed securely)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Processing your admission applications to universities abroad
• Providing personalized counseling and guidance
• Communicating about program updates, deadlines, and requirements
• Processing visa applications and documentation
• Responding to your queries and providing customer support
• Sending educational content and newsletters (with your consent)
• Improving our services and website functionality

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Partner Universities: For admission processing and application submission
• Visa Authorities: As required for visa application processing
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in our operations (with confidentiality agreements)
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or for legal proceedings

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:

• Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Encrypted storage of sensitive information
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls limiting employee access to personal data
• Secure data backups and disaster recovery procedures

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. After the retention period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@gvkedutech.com or call +91 9010060000.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant content and advertisements

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

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

13. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in Hyderabad, Telangana.