IMS Privacy Policy

IMS Scholarships values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you engage with our services.

IMS may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and other identifying details.
  • Academic Information: Transcripts, certificates, language test scores (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL), letters of recommendation, and personal statements.
  • Financial Information: Payment details for application fees.
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, and usage data when you visit our website.

IMS uses your information for the following purposes:

  • To assist with university and scholarship applications.
  • To review and submit your documents to relevant institutions.
  • To communicate with you regarding your application status and updates.
  • To process payments for services rendered.
  • To improve our services and user experience.
  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

IMS respects the confidentiality of your data. We do not sell, rent, or share your information with third parties, except:

  • With universities, scholarship providers, and related institutions as part of the application process.
  • With service providers assisting us in operations (e.g., payment processors), under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • When required by law, such as in response to legal requests or regulatory obligations.

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction. IMS ensures such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and provide adequate safeguards.

IMS implements robust security measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure servers and encryption technologies.
  • Regular audits and updates to our security protocols.
  • Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis.

IMS retains your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by applicable laws. Once no longer needed, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
  • Restriction: Request a restriction on processing your data under certain circumstances.
  • Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a commonly used electronic format.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@imsscholarships.com.

Our website or communications may contain links to third-party websites. IMS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

IMS services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, contact us, and we will take steps to delete the information.

IMS reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be communicated through our official channels, and the updated policy will be effective upon posting. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Email: info@imsscholarships.com

Address: IMS Headquarters, [Insert Address], China

This Privacy Policy is effective as of December 10th, 2024.