Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GS Study Abroad (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website at https://gsstudyabroad.com or use our overseas education consultancy services.

By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Personal Identification: Full name, email address, phone number, WhatsApp number
• Academic Information: Education level, institution attended, grades, test scores
• Study Preferences: Preferred countries, courses, intake year, and budget
• Communication Records: Messages, emails, and WhatsApp conversations with our team
• Payment Information: Billing details for service fees (processed securely via third-party processors)
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages (via cookies)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide overseas education counselling and advisory services
• Match your profile with suitable universities, courses, and scholarship opportunities
• Assist with university applications, visa documentation, and pre-departure preparation
• Communicate with you about your application status, updates, and relevant opportunities
• Send educational content, news, and updates that may interest you (you may opt out at any time)
• Improve our website functionality and user experience
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Universities and Institutions: Only with your explicit consent, as part of submitting your application
• Visa Authorities: Required documents shared with embassies and immigration departments as part of visa applications
• Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., email services, payment processors) who are bound by confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority

5. Cookie Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our website. We use essential cookies (required for site functionality), analytics cookies (to understand traffic patterns, via tools like Google Analytics), and marketing cookies (to deliver relevant advertising where applicable).

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect some features of our website. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including SSL encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including providing services, maintaining business records, and complying with legal obligations. Typically, we retain client records for 5 years after the completion of our services. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

8. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Objection: Object to processing of your data for marketing purposes
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format where technically feasible
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time via the unsubscribe link in emails

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@gsstudyabroad.com.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (universities, visa portals, government websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are directed at individuals 16 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately and we will promptly delete such information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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