Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 08/02/2025

Last Updated: 08/02/2025

Welcome to AdmitPath ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our website, platform, and services (collectively, the "Services").

By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use our Services, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Billing address (for paid services)
  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party payment providers)
  • Academic background and preferences (if submitted for personalized recommendations)

1.2 Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our platform, we may collect:

  • Device and browser information (e.g., IP address, browser type, device ID)
  • Usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent, referral sources)
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 6 below)

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Educational institutions or partners (if you connect with them through our platform)
  • Social media platforms (if you sign in using Google, Facebook, etc.)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • ✔ Provide and improve our Services (e.g., personalized admissions guidance)
  • ✔ Process payments and subscriptions
  • ✔ Enhance user experience (e.g., recommend resources based on interests)
  • ✔ Communicate with you (e.g., account updates, customer support)
  • ✔ Ensure security and prevent fraud
  • ✔ Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share information with:

  • Service providers: Third-party vendors that help operate our Services (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, analytics tools).
  • Business partners: If you opt to connect with universities or scholarship providers.
  • Legal authorities: If required by law, subpoena, or to protect our legal rights.
  • If AdmitPath is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred as part of the business transition.

4. Data Retention & Security

Retention: We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless required by law to keep it longer.

Security Measures: We use encryption, secure servers, and access controls to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure, and we encourage users to protect their login credentials.

5. Your Rights & Choices

5.1 Rights Under U.S. & International Privacy Laws

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

California Residents (CCPA Rights)

  • Right to know what personal data we collect
  • Right to request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to opt-out of data sharing
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

EU/EEA Residents (GDPR Rights)

  • Right to access, correct, or delete personal data
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to withdraw consent for data processing
  • Right to object to data processing

5.2 Managing Your Preferences

Email Communications: You can opt out of marketing emails at any time via the unsubscribe link.

Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to manage cookies.

Account Deletion: You can delete your account by contacting [Insert Contact Email].

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links & Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices. Please review their policies before sharing information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under 13 years old. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. If changes are significant, we will notify users by email or via a notice on our website. Continued use of our Services after updates means you accept the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

📧 Email: [email protected]