Skolaz Educational Services Ltd. (“Skolaz”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you use our EdTech platform and related services. We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018 and other relevant data protection laws. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.
1. Data Controller and Contact Information
Skolaz Educational Services Ltd. is the data controller of your personal data. Our registered address is:
11 St Paul’s Square
Birmingham, England
Company Registration Number: 15618813
Contact Email: info@skolaz.com

2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect various types of personal data from and about our users, including:

• Identity Information: Full name, date of birth, and nationality.
• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and mailing address.
• Educational Information: Academic history, qualifications, transcripts, and records of application to institutions.
• Financial Information: Limited financial data for application fees or tuition-related purposes.
• Technical Information: IP address, device type, browser type, and usage data (collected via cookies and similar technologies).
• Communication Data: Records of communications with Skolaz, including any questions, feedback, or other information you provide.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To Facilitate Applications and Enrolments: We interact with colleges, universities, and other educational institutions on your behalf to process your applications, assist with enrolment, and provide information regarding courses and programs.
• To Provide and Improve Our Services: We use your data to manage your account, provide customer support, and enhance the quality of our services.
• To Communicate with You: We send you updates, notifications, and other information related to your applications and enrolment status, including any important deadlines.
• To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may process your data to meet legal and regulatory requirements, including reporting and compliance with UK GDPR and other relevant laws.
• Marketing Purposes: With your consent, we may send you promotional materials, newsletters, and information about other educational programs or services. You can unsubscribe at any time.

4. Providing Your Personal Data to Others
To fulfill the purposes described above, we may share your personal data with:

• Educational Institutions: We share your information with colleges, universities, and other educational institutions to facilitate your application, enrolment, and other related matters.
• Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party vendors, such as cloud storage providers, IT support, and communication platforms, to assist in our operations. These service providers are required to process your data solely in accordance with our instructions and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
• Legal and Regulatory Authorities: Where required by law, we may disclose your data to regulatory or government bodies to comply with legal obligations.
• Professional Advisors: We may share data with professional advisors law (enforcement agencies and other related persons such as lawyers and auditors) as needed for legal or regulatory compliance.

We ensure that third parties receiving your data only have access to the necessary information and are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

5. International Transfers of Your Personal Data
Some of the third parties we work with, including educational institutions, may be located outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA). When transferring personal data internationally, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in compliance with UK GDPR. This includes using standard contractual clauses or transferring data to jurisdictions recognized by the UK as providing an adequate level of data protection.

6. Retaining and Deleting Personal Data

• Retention Periods: We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes.
• Deletion: Once your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it. If you withdraw consent or request deletion, we will remove your data unless we are legally required or otherwise permitted to retain it.

7. Your Rights
As a data subject, you have the following rights under the UK GDPR:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): You have the right to request that we delete your personal data in certain circumstances.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You may request that we restrict the processing of your data in specific cases.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request a transfer of your data to another data controller, where feasible.
• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data, particularly for direct marketing.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If we are processing your data based on your consent, you may withdraw that consent at any time.
• To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@skolaz.com. We will respond to all requests in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience, analyze usage, and improve our services. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you on subsequent visits. You can control cookie preferences via your browser settings; however, disabling cookies may limit certain functionality on our website.
Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our site.
• Analytical/Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our website.
• Functionality Cookies: Used to personalize your experience on our platform.
• Marketing Cookies: Used for advertising and promotional purposes (with your consent).

9. Amendments to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review this page regularly. If we make significant changes, we may also notify you
directly through our Services or via email.
10. Contact Details
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact us:

• Email: info@skolaz.com
• Address: Skolaz Educational Services Ltd., 11 St Paul’s Square, Birmingham, England

By using our platform and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the terms outlined herein. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Services.