Privacy Policy for Awaystudies.com

At Awaystudies.com ("we," "our," "us"), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you interact with our website and services.

1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you provide directly to us when you:

Register for a program
Submit inquiries or contact us via the website or email
Participate in surveys or provide feedback
Subscribe to newsletters or updates
The personal information we may collect includes, but is not limited to:

Name
Email address
Contact details (phone number, mailing address)
Date of birth
Passport or other identification information (for program participants)
Emergency contact information
Academic history (for certain programs)
We may also collect technical data, such as:

IP address
Browser type
Operating system
Website usage statistics (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the site)

2. How We Use Your Information
We use the personal information collected for the following purposes:

To process your application and register you for the chosen program
To communicate important information related to your program
To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
To improve our website, services, and user experience
To comply with legal obligations
To send marketing communications (you can opt out at any time)
We will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Data Sharing with Third Parties
We may share your personal information with trusted third parties, including:

Partner organizations (schools, host families, travel agencies, insurance providers, etc.) involved in facilitating your program
Payment processors, if applicable
Service providers who help us operate our website and services (e.g., hosting services)
All third parties are required to protect your personal data in accordance with applicable privacy laws and are prohibited from using it for any purposes beyond those specified by us.

4. Data Storage and Security
We store your personal data securely and take reasonable steps to protect it from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes using encryption, firewalls, and secure access protocols.

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

5. Your Rights
You have the right to:

Access and review your personal data held by us
Request correction or deletion of your personal data
Withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data (note that this may impact your ability to participate in a program)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@awaystudies.com.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and capture certain information.

You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings, but please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review the policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

9. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@awaystudies.com
Address: 1327 Summer Dawn Ave, Henderson, NV 89014