Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 14th June 2021

At Gateway Education, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website and services. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and store the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information

When you contact us or submit forms through our website, we may collect:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Country of residence
Academic background
Preferred study destination
Test scores (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, etc.)

1.2 Technical Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Pages visited and time spent
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

Respond to your inquiries or requests
Help you apply to universities and colleges abroad
Assist with student visa and immigration processes
Provide updates on your application or service status
Recommend study programs and test prep options
Improve our website and services
Send promotional emails (you can opt out anytime)

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Data Sharing

We may share your information with:

Partner universities and educational institutions
Test preparation partners or language trainers
Visa agencies or relevant government bodies (with your consent)
Third-party service providers (e.g., web hosting, email marketing), only when necessary

All third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and GDPR-compliant privacy practices.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

Enhance user experience
Analyze traffic and user behavior on our website
Remember preferences and personalize content

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website features may not function properly as a result.

5. Data Security

We take your data security seriously and implement the following:

Secure SSL encryption on our website
Controlled access to stored personal data
Regular website maintenance and security monitoring
However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data:

As long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this policy
To comply with legal, contractual, or regulatory obligations
Unless you request data deletion (see Section 8)

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location and local laws (e.g., GDPR for EU residents), you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Correct inaccurate or outdated information
Request deletion of your data
Withdraw consent or opt out of communications
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: info@gatewayeducation.net

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., universities, partner institutions). We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review the policy regularly to stay informed.

11. Contact Us

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

Gateway Education

Email: info@gatewayeducation.net
Phone: +44 7939 054440