Effective Date: July 2025
Website: https://www.worldstudy.online

At WorldStudy.online, we respect the privacy rights of all users and are committed to protecting the personal data of individuals from the European Economic Area (EEA). This policy outlines how we collect, process, and protect your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Who We Are

WorldStudy.online is an educational platform that shares global opportunities including scholarships, internships, study abroad guides, visa processes, and job alerts.

For data protection purposes, the data controller is:

WorldStudy.online
📧 Email: privacy@worldstudy.online
🌍 Website: https://www.worldstudy.online

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • Name and email address (via contact forms, subscriptions, or comments)
  • IP address and device/browser information
  • Cookies and tracking data for analytics and advertising
  • Optional demographic info (if you submit surveys or forms)

3. Why We Collect Your Data

We collect your data for:

  • Sending you scholarship, internship, and visa updates
  • Responding to your inquiries or form submissions
  • Improving our website’s functionality and content
  • Delivering relevant ads (via Google AdSense)
  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process personal data on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Your Consent (e.g., for newsletters or cookies)
  • Legitimate Interest (e.g., analytics to improve site experience)
  • Legal Obligation (e.g., complying with data retention laws)
  • Contractual Necessity (e.g., when you contact us for help)

5. How We Share Your Data

We do not sell or rent your data. We may share your information with:

  • Service providers (e.g., email marketing platforms like Mailchimp)
  • Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising platforms (e.g., Google AdSense)
  • Government authorities, if legally required

All third-party partners are GDPR-compliant.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Track user behavior and improve UX
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Deliver personalized advertisements

For more info, visit our full Cookie Policy.
You can manage your cookie preferences from your browser settings or via our cookie banner.

7. Data Retention

We keep your data:

  • Only as long as necessary for the purposes mentioned
  • Or as required by law (e.g., billing or legal disputes)

You may request deletion at any time.

8. Your GDPR Rights

You have the following rights under GDPR:

  • Right to Access – View the personal data we store about you
  • Right to Rectify – Correct incomplete or inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure – Request deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”)
  • Right to Restrict Processing
  • Right to Object to Processing
  • Right to Data Portability
  • Right to Withdraw Consent

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
📧 privacy@worldstudy.online

9. International Transfers

Although we operate from outside the EU, all third-party tools and services we use (e.g., Google, Mailchimp, etc.) are GDPR-compliant and ensure secure data transfer.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this GDPR Privacy Policy as needed. All changes will be posted on this page with the updated revision date.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

📧 privacy@worldstudy.online
🌍 https://www.worldstudy.online