Last Updated:  22  May, 2024

Thank you for choosing ApplyClub. Your privacy and the security of your personal information are paramount to us. This Privacy Policy elucidates how ApplyClub collects, utilizes, divulges, and safeguards your information when you avail of our services, encompassing our website and platform (collectively referred to as the "Services").

What Personal Data Do We Collect?

At ApplyClub, we collect various types of personal data to provide and improve our Services, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
• Academic Information: Academic background, qualifications, and preferences for university programs.
• Transaction Information: Details related to payments, including billing information.
• Usage Information: Data about how you interact with our Services, such as browsing activity and session duration.
• Device Information: Information about the device and software you use to access our Services, including IP address and browser type.
  
  

How Do We Use Personal Data?

We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing and Personalizing Services: Tailoring our Services to your preferences and needs.
• Facilitating Matching: Matching students with university programs or faculty members.
• Processing Transactions: Handling payments for our Services.
• Communication: Sending updates, account-related information, and promotional offers.
• Improving Services: Analyzing data to enhance our Services and develop new features.
• Compliance: Meeting legal obligations and enforcing our Terms of Service.
  
  

Do We Share Personal Data?

We may share your personal data with third parties in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Sharing data with trusted service providers who assist us in delivering and improving our Services.
• Academic Institutions: Sharing information with universities or faculty members as part of the matching process.
• Consent: Sharing data with your explicit consent or at your direction.
• Legal Requirements: Disclosing data in response to legal requests or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
  
  

How Do We Protect Personal Data?

ApplyClub takes the security of your personal data seriously and implements various measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption: Employing encryption technologies to safeguard data during transmission.
• Access Controls: Restricting access to personal data to authorized personnel only.
• Regular Audits: Conducting regular security audits and assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
• Data Minimization: Collecting and retaining only the personal data necessary for our Services.
  
  

What Are Your Rights?

You have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

• Access: You can access and update your personal data through your account settings.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us.
• Deletion: You can request the deletion of your account and personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
• Consent Withdrawal: You can withdraw consent for the processing of your personal data, where applicable.
  
  

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be periodically updated to reflect changes in our practices or pertinent laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website or through other suitable means, ensuring transparency and adherence to regulatory standards.

Contact Us

Should you have any queries, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at info@applyclub.com, and we will be delighted to assist you.