Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 24/04/2025

Introduction

NextStep Consults (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Personal Information: Full name, email address, telephone number, nationality, academic records, passport details, and visa information.
Payment Information: Billing address, credit/debit card details (processed securely via third-party gateways).
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and pages visited.

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Process applications to schools, visa services, and job placements.
Communicate with you regarding your service requests.
Improve and personalize your experience on our platform.
Comply with legal obligations and safeguard our services.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

Educational institutions and government bodies (e.g., visa agencies).
Employment agencies and professional partners.
Payment processors and IT service providers.
When legally required or in response to lawful requests by public authorities.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined and comply with applicable laws.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request correction or deletion of your data.
Object to processing or request data portability.

Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor website activity and enhance your experience.

Contact Us

For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact:
Email: privacy@nextstepconsults.org
Address: