Privacy Policy for SUITS International Education

(Smart Rudder International Ltd)

SUITS International Education (Smart Rudder International Ltd) is a UK-based cultural education organization that is committed to protecting the privacy of its users. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you use our website, mobile applications, or other services (collectively referred to as “Services”).

Collection of Information We may collect the following types of personal information from you:

• Contact Information: name, email address, phone number, and other contact details
• Demographic Information: age, gender, nationality, occupation, and other demographic details
• Educational Information: school or university, degree, academic performance, and other educational details
• Payment Information: credit card information, bank account details, and other payment-related information
• Usage Information: IP address, device type, browser type, pages visited, and other usage details

We collect this information from you when you use our Services, register for an account, complete a survey, sign up for a newsletter, or make a payment. We may also collect information from third-party sources, such as social media platforms or marketing partners.

Use of Information We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To provide and improve our Services
• To communicate with you about our Services
• To process payments and transactions
• To personalize your experience
• To send you marketing and promotional materials
• To comply with legal obligations

Sharing of Information We may share your personal information with the following types of third parties:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us to operate our Services, process payments, or conduct surveys.
• Affiliates: We may share your information with our affiliates who assist us in providing our Services.
• Marketing Partners: We may share your information with third-party marketing partners who help us to promote our Services.
• Legal Authorities: We may share your information with legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.

Security of Information We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use encryption, firewalls, and other security measures to protect your information.

Your Rights You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to access: You can request to access the personal information that we have collected.
• Right to rectification: You can request to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information that we have collected.
• Right to erasure: You can request to delete the personal information that we have collected, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to object: You can object to the processing of your personal information for direct marketing purposes.
• Right to restrict processing: You can request to restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
• Right to data portability: You can request to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

Changes to this Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes to this Policy by posting the updated Policy on our website or by sending you an email.

Cookies We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store information about your usage of our Services. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you access our Services. We may use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which stay on your device until they expire or are deleted). We may use cookies to authenticate your session, remember your preferences, and analyze usage patterns. You can control the use of cookies by adjusting your browser settings, but please note that some features of our Services may not function properly if you disable cookies.

Third-Party Links Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. These third-party websites or services are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party websites or services before using them.

Children’s Privacy Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.

International Transfer of Information Your personal information may be stored and processed in countries outside of the United Kingdom, including the United States. We will take appropriate measures to protect your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Data Retention We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Services and as required by applicable law. We may also retain certain information for a longer period if necessary for legal, regulatory, or security purposes.

Data Subject Requests If you would like to exercise any of your rights under this Privacy Policy, or if you have any questions or concerns about our use of your personal information, please contact us at info@smartrudder.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Complaints If you believe that we have not complied with this Privacy Policy or applicable data protection laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in the UK or another relevant supervisory authority.

Governing Law This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the United Kingdom. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the United Kingdom.

At SUITS International Education, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. We will continue to review and update our Privacy Policy to ensure that it reflects our data protection practices and complies with applicable data protection laws. If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or our data protection practices, please contact us at info@smartrudder.com.

By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Services.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on March 26, 2023.