In Detail
Updated Privacy Policy: StudyAbroadCourses.org
How we collect, use, and protect your data in compliance with GDPR and India’s DPDP Act.
Updated: March 7, 2026
1. Who We Are
StudyAbroadCourses.org is an independent educational platform dedicated to connecting students with global higher education opportunities.
- Organization Name: StudyAbroadCourses.org
- Registered Address: Pune, India
- Contact Email: privacy@studyabroadcourses.org
2. Information We Collect
We collect data across four primary categories to facilitate your study abroad journey:
- Direct Inputs: Name, email, phone number, and academic transcripts/CVs.
- Automated Data: IP addresses, device identifiers, and session behavior via cookies.
- AI Interaction: Queries asked of our AI Course Finder and background goals provided for matching.
- Third-Party Data: Feedback from partner universities regarding your application status.
3. Independent AI Usage & Data Processing
As an independent entity, StudyAbroadCourses.org maintains strict control over AI integrations:
- OpenAI Integration: We use professional APIs to generate recommendations. Data is processed temporarily and never used to train public AI models.
- Human-in-the-Loop: While our AI assists in course discovery, final counseling is provided by our internal expert team.
- Non-Disclosure: Your uploaded documents (CVs/SOPs) are used solely for the specific analysis you request.
4. Data Sharing & Global Transfers
We share your information only when necessary to fulfill your request:
- Educational Institutions: Your profile is shared with universities only when you explicitly request information or submit an application.
- Service Providers: Secure cloud hosting and email delivery partners who comply with our privacy standards.
- International Safeguards: Since we facilitate international education, your data may be transferred to the EU, UK, USA, or Australia. We utilize Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to ensure your data remains protected under GDPR-equivalent standards.
5. Your Rights & Retention
Under the DPDP Act (India) and GDPR (EU), you have the following rights:
- Access & Correction: Request a summary of the data we hold.
- Right to Erasure: Request the permanent deletion of your profile.
- Consent Withdrawal: Opt-out of any processing activities previously agreed to.
Retention Policy: We retain student records for 24–48 months from your last interaction to support your multi-year application cycles, unless a deletion request is made sooner.