Privacy Policy

Last updated: 10 November 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Abroad For Better Future. We are a non-profit organization based in India dedicated to helping students from India study at top universities in the USA through information, mentorship, and financial guidance. Your privacy and the security of your data are important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

For any questions or concerns, please contact us at abroadforbetterfuture@gmail.com.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

  • Personal Identification Information: Such as name, email address, contact number, and education level. (This is only when the user submits forms/entries on the website)
  • Usage Information: Includes IP address, browser type, browsing actions, and activity on our website.
  • Communication Information: Messages, queries, or feedback submitted by you through our contact forms or email.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide and Improve Our Services: Including sharing information about educational opportunities, guiding users on study abroad options, and improving our website’s user experience.
  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries, provide information, and send updates about our services.
  • Analytics: To understand user behavior, improve our website, and conduct internal research and reporting.

4. Google AdSense Compliance

If applicable, we may use Google AdSense for ad personalization. This may include the use of cookies or similar tracking technologies:

  • Cookies for Ad Personalization: Cookies or similar tracking technologies may be used for ad personalization and user tracking.
  • Opt-out Options: Users can manage ad settings and opt-out of personalized ads through Google’s Ads Settings.
  • Third-Party Data Sharing: Third-party vendors, including Google, may use cookies for ad targeting purposes.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third parties that help us deliver and improve our services, including:

  • Service Providers: Such as hosting, email, and analytics providers that maintain and support our website.
  • Compliance with Laws: We may disclose your information (if applicable) to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests from authorities.

6. Compliance with International Data Protection Laws

  • GDPR (EU): Users from the EU have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We ensure explicit consent for data collection. 
  • CCPA (California): California residents have the right to access, delete, or opt-out of data selling under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). If we monetize data, users will have a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” option.
  • COPPA (Children’s Privacy): If users under 13 access our website, we comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which requires parental consent for data collection.

7. Indian Cybersecurity and Data Protection Laws

Our practices align with India’s IT Act and IT Rules. We implement encryption and other security measures to protect data at rest and in transit.

  • Disclaimer for Data Processing Consent: Users are informed of data handling by third parties as required by Indian rules.
  • Digital Personal Data Protection Bill (DPDPB): We ensure informed consent for data collection, purpose limitation, and data retention. User rights, including grievance redressal, are fully supported.

8. Data Retention and Security

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Abroad For Better Future uses reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please note that no method of data storage or transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as fully secure.

9. International Data Transfers

Our operations are primarily based in India. For data transfers outside India or to non-EU countries, we ensure adequate safeguards, such as adhering to GDPR Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

10. Your Data Protection Rights

You may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to Access: Request access to your personal information.
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data where applicable.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit the use of your personal information.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time for data processing activities based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at abroadforbetterfuture@gmail.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any changes by updating the date of this Privacy Policy and, if the changes are significant, we will provide a prominent notice on our website.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to us at:

Abroad For Better Future
Email: abroadforbetterfuture@gmail.com