Last updated: January 22, 2024
BusinessVanguardScholarship.com (“we”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This policy explains how we protect your personal information. We outline the types of personal information we collect, its potential uses, and your rights regarding your personal data.
Types of Information We Collect
Information We Collect Directly from You:
We collect information you provide to us via our website or mobile app, including:
- Contact information such as first and last name, city, state, email.
- Scholarship application related information such as school name, year of graduation, GPA, awards, projects and similar questions. SOme questions are subject to change based on particular scholarship we will offer.
Information Automatically Collected from You:
We automatically gather information when you visit our website or use our mobile app for internal purposes, such as improving user experience and disclosures to advertisers. This includes:
- Internet protocol (IP) address
- Browser type and configuration
- Device ID
- Your activity on our website
Collection of Information from Children
Our services are not intended for children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.
How We Use Information
We use the information we collect to provide our services, respond to you, for marketing purposes, improve our site, and foster a positive user experience. By registering with us, managing your profile, or opting in, you consent to our use of your information in the following ways:
Service Provision:
- Enabling applications for scholarships
- Assisting with customer support
Marketing:
- Informing you about products or services from us or our partners
- Sending updates, newsletters, and notices related to your interests
Improvement of Services:
- Conducting analytics and generating reports
- Tracking your interactions with our site
- Preventing and investigating fraudulent activities
Automated Decision Making
Your supplied information helps determine eligible scholarships and narrows down the relevant options.
How We Share Information
With Third Party Service Providers:
We may use third parties for specific services such as sending newsletters, sales and marketing assistance, analytics, customer service, and system monitoring.
Sale of Information:
We do not knowingly sell, share, rent, or transfer your information except as described in this Privacy Policy.
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose personal information if required by law, or if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to comply with legal processes, protect our rights, prevent a crime, or protect the safety of users or the public.
Your Privacy Rights
You have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to know, delete, correct, and opt-out of the sale of your data. Submit requests to [email protected].
Security
We implement security measures to protect your information.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for two years from the last login and delete it afterward.
Acceptance of Privacy Policy
Your use of our services indicates your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. We may update this policy as needed, and will notify you of significant changes.
