Privacy Policy
The Scholarship Globe Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal data when you use ScholarshipGlobe.com and related services. Our commitment to data protection and online privacy guides every feature we build and every partnership we maintain.
This policy works alongside our Cookie Policy, Terms of Service, and Copyright Terms. By using our website, you agree to the practices described here. Learn more about our mission on the About Us page. If you do not agree, please discontinue use and adjust your settings.
Information We Collect
We collect user information to operate the site and deliver a personalized experience. The data we collect falls into two groups:
Personal data you provide
- Profile details (name, email address, password)
- Optional details (location, study level, scholarship preferences)
- Communications (support messages, feedback, forms)
- Content you submit (reviews, messages, or documents you choose to upload)
Data collected automatically
- Technical data (IP address, device, browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages viewed, time on page, referring/exit URLs)
- Cookie and analytics identifiers (see our Cookie Policy for details)
We do not intentionally collect sensitive categories of data (such as health or biometric data). If you link third‑party accounts or interact with embedded content, those providers may collect information under their own policies. You can control some collection via browser settings and our cookie preferences described in the Cookie Policy.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to provide and improve Scholarship Globe and to personalize your experience. Typical uses include:
- Account & service delivery: create accounts, authenticate users, and respond to support
- Site functionality: enable core features, maintain performance, and prevent abuse
- Personalization: remember preferences and recommend relevant scholarships
- Analytics: understand usage trends and improve usability
- Advertising: show relevant ads and measure ad performance
- Legal compliance: comply with applicable laws and enforce terms
Where required, we rely on your consent for optional cookies and marketing. You can change these choices at any time. We may use aggregated or de‑identified information for research, reporting, and to improve features, which does not identify you personally.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR users)
If you are in the EEA/UK, we process personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: where you grant permission (e.g., analytics or advertising cookies)
- Contract: to provide services you request (account creation, saved preferences)
- Legitimate interests: to secure, maintain, and improve our services in a way that does not override your rights and freedoms
- Legal obligations: to comply with laws, requests from authorities, or defend claims
When relying on legitimate interests, we balance our objectives against your privacy expectations and implement safeguards. You can withdraw consent at any time without affecting processing carried out before withdrawal.
Advertising & Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand site usage and Google AdSense to display relevant ads. These tools may set cookies and collect data such as page views, device type, and rough location to measure performance, detect fraud, and personalize ads.
- Manage ad preferences: Google Ad Settings
- Learn more about Google’s data use: Google Partner Sites
- Opt‑out of Analytics: Analytics Opt‑out Add‑on
Where required by law, we obtain consent before setting cookies that are not strictly necessary. Some browsers send a “Do Not Track” signal; our services do not currently respond to such signals. You can still manage cookies using your browser or device settings and our on‑site controls.
Sharing & Disclosure
We share information only as needed to operate Scholarship Globe or as required by law. This may include:
- Service providers: hosting, analytics, email, and security partners under contract
- Legal & safety: regulators or authorities when required, or to protect users and the service
- Business transfers: as part of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale (your data remains subject to this policy)
Service providers act as processors and are bound by confidentiality and data protection terms. We may share aggregated or de‑identified information that cannot be used to identify you.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including providing services, meeting legal obligations, and resolving disputes. Retention periods vary based on the data type and context.
- Account data: retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter
- Communications: retained for record‑keeping, support, and legal compliance
- Analytics and logs: retained for performance, security, and auditing
When data is no longer needed, we take steps to delete or anonymize it. In some cases, information may be retained in secure backups for a limited period.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under laws like the GDPR (EEA/UK) and CCPA/CPRA (California). These may include:
- Access, correction, and deletion of your personal data
- Portability (to obtain a copy of your data in a usable format)
- Restriction or objection to certain processing (including legitimate interests)
- Opt‑out of sale or sharing (where applicable under local law)
- Withdrawal of consent without affecting prior lawful processing
See “How to Exercise Your Rights” below for how to submit a request. You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures designed to protect user information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or loss. While no online service can be 100% secure, we continually improve our safeguards.
- Encryption in transit where appropriate
- Access controls and least‑privilege practices
- Monitoring, logging, and regular reviews
- Vulnerability management and periodic assessments
- Staff awareness and role‑based access training
International Data Transfers
Scholarship Globe may process data in countries other than yours. Where required, we rely on safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanisms to ensure adequate protection for cross‑border transfers.
By using our services, you understand that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in jurisdictions with different data protection laws than your own.
Children’s Privacy
Scholarship Globe is intended for users aged 16+ (or the age of digital consent in your region). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Parents or guardians who believe a child has provided information should contact us using the details below.
Third‑Party Links
Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand how they handle your data.
- Review how third‑parties collect, use, and retain information
- Check cookie settings and ad personalization options offered by those sites
- Note that links are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. If changes are material, we will provide additional notice (for example, via a banner or email, where appropriate).
Last Updated: August 18, 2025
How to Exercise Your Rights
If you wish to exercise any privacy rights (such as access, correction, deletion, portability, or objection), we will respond in accordance with applicable law. The steps below help us process your request efficiently and protect your personal data.
- Submit your request through our contact methods below and specify the right you want to exercise.
- Be prepared to verify your identity. We may request reasonable information to confirm we are interacting with the account holder or authorized agent.
- We will review the scope of your request and respond within the timeframe required by law (typically within 30 days, with extensions where permitted).
- If we cannot fulfill your request (for example, due to legal obligations or security considerations), we will explain the reason unless restricted by law.
If you are dissatisfied with our response, you may have the right to raise the matter with your local data protection authority. We are committed to working with you to resolve concerns about data protection and online privacy fairly and promptly.
Contact Us
If you have questions about the Scholarship Globe Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us using the methods below.
- Contact form: scholarshipglobe.com/contact-us/
- Email: [email protected]
What to include in your message
- Your account email (if applicable) and country/region
- A clear description of your request (e.g., access, deletion, correction)
- Any relevant details that help us locate your information (dates, page URLs)
Response times & escalation
We aim to reply within a reasonable period and, where a legal timeframe applies (such as under GDPR), within that deadline. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may have the right to contact your local data protection authority.