Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 2026

At Global Edu Quest, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, process, and protect your personal data when you visit our website or use our services.

By accessing our website or submitting your information, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website or contact us:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Mobile Number
• City and Country
• Educational Qualifications
• Preferred Study Destination
• Preferred Course or Program
• Passport Details (only when required)
• Visa-related Information (where applicable)
• Documents voluntarily shared by you
• Messages or enquiries submitted through our website

We may also collect technical information including:

• IP Address
• Browser Type
• Device Information
• Cookies
• Website Usage Data

2. Purpose of Collecting Information

We collect your information to:

• Provide study abroad counselling services
• Recommend suitable universities and courses
• Assist with admissions and applications
• Provide visa guidance
• Respond to enquiries
• Schedule consultations
• Improve our services
• Send updates regarding admissions, scholarships, events, and educational opportunities
• Comply with applicable legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

• Your consent
• Performance of requested services
• Compliance with applicable laws
• Legitimate business interests that do not override your privacy rights

Where required under applicable law, we will obtain your consent before processing your personal information.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

Your information may be shared only with:

• Partner Universities
• Educational Institutions
• Visa Consultants (where required)
• Government Authorities (when legally required)
• Technology and Cloud Service Providers
• Payment Service Providers (where applicable)

All third parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to:

• Improve website performance
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze website traffic
• Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although certain features of the website may not function properly.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational security measures to safeguard your personal information against:

• Unauthorized access
• Disclosure
• Alteration
• Loss
• Misuse
• Destruction

While we strive to protect your information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide requested services
• Fulfil legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Maintain business records

When your information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized in accordance with applicable laws.

8. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, including the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw previously given consent
• Request information about processing activities
• Raise concerns regarding misuse of your personal data

Requests may be submitted using the contact details provided below.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are primarily intended for students seeking higher education.

Where personal information of individuals below the applicable age threshold is collected, necessary consent from a parent or legal guardian may be required in accordance with applicable laws.

10. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites including universities, government portals, and partner organizations.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such external websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites separately.

11. International Data Transfers

Certain services may involve sharing information with universities, educational institutions, or service providers located outside India.

Where such transfers occur, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable laws.

12. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or our services.

The updated version will be published on this page with the revised Effective Date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us.

Global Edu Quest

Email: info@globaleduquest.in

Website: https://globaleduquest.in

14. Consent

By using this website or submitting your personal information, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, processing, storage, and use of your information as described herein, subject to applicable laws.