At Beacon Educational Consultancy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our educational consultancy services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Date of birth
• Residential address
• Passport details (when required for visa processing)
• Academic records and transcripts
• English language test scores (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, etc.)
• Financial documents required for university applications

Non-Personal Information

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited on our website
• Date and time of access
• Cookies and analytics data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide educational counselling services.
• Assist with university and college applications.
• Process student visa applications.
• Arrange language test guidance.
• Respond to enquiries and customer support requests.
• Improve our website and services.
• Send important updates regarding applications and admissions.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

3. Information Sharing

We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal information.

Your information may be shared with:

• Universities and educational institutions
• Immigration and visa authorities
• Scholarship providers
• Language testing organisations
• Trusted service providers assisting with application processing
• Government authorities when legally required

All third parties are expected to handle your information securely and only for authorised purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

5. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience.

Cookies help us:

• Remember user preferences
• Analyse website traffic
• Improve website functionality
• Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services
• Meet legal and regulatory requirements
• Resolve disputes
• Maintain business records

Once no longer required, your information will be securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Object to certain processing activities
• Request a copy of your personal information

Requests will be processed within a reasonable timeframe and subject to legal requirements.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by universities, government agencies, or other organisations.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. We encourage users to review their respective privacy policies before providing personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are primarily intended for students and applicants. Where required, we obtain consent from parents or legal guardians before collecting personal information from minors in accordance with applicable laws.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

Beacon Educational Consultancy may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal obligations, or operational practices.

Any updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us.

Beacon Educational Consultancy

Address: [Your Office Address]

Phone: [Your Phone Number]

Email: [Your Email Address]

Website: https://www.beacon.edu.np