Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

StudentsDunia ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our scholarship services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Educational background and academic records
• Date of birth and demographic information
• Financial information for scholarship applications
• Documents and certificates uploaded by users

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:

• IP address and browser type
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website and search terms used
• Device information and operating system

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our scholarship services
• To process scholarship applications and payments
• To communicate with you about our services
• To send you relevant scholarship opportunities
• To improve our website and services
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Scholarship Providers: We share relevant information with scholarship organizations for application processing
• Service Providers: We work with third-party service providers who assist in our operations
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: Information may be transferred in connection with a merger or acquisition

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• SSL encryption for all data transmission
• Secure servers and databases
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Specifically:

• Account information: Until account deletion or 3 years of inactivity
• Application data: 7 years for record-keeping purposes
• Payment information: As required by financial regulations
• Communication records: 2 years from last interaction

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

8. 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 advertisements
• Improve website functionality and user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.

11. 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 information during such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

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