Global Scholars Foundation
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1. Introduction
Global Scholars Foundation is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its users, nominees, donors, and participants.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website or participate in our programs.
By accessing or using our website, submitting nominations, making donations, or communicating with the Foundation, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Who We Are
Our website address is:
https://gscholars.org
Global Scholars Foundation is an independent organization dedicated to recognizing excellence, promoting mentorship, supporting entrepreneurship, and encouraging educational and professional development through scholarships, recognition programs, and global initiatives.
3. Information We Collect
Global Scholars Foundation may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Address and country
- Date of birth (if required)
- Educational or professional details
- Identification documents (if required for verification)
- Organization details (if applicable)
Payment and Transaction Information
- Donation amount
- Payment transaction details
- Payment confirmation details
- Billing information
Note:
Global Scholars Foundation does not store complete credit card or debit card details on its servers.
Technical Information
We may automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Date and time of access
This information helps improve website performance and security.
4. How We Use Your Information
Global Scholars Foundation uses collected information for the following purposes:
- Processing nominations and applications
- Verifying eligibility and submitted documents
- Communicating with nominees, donors, and participants
- Processing donations and payments
- Managing scholarships and recognition programs
- Issuing certificates, acknowledgements, or communications
- Improving website functionality and services
- Preventing fraud and ensuring security
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
We use personal information only for legitimate Foundation-related activities.
5. Donations and Payment Processing
Donations and payments made through the website are processed using secure third-party payment gateways and financial institutions.
Global Scholars Foundation:
- Does not store complete card or banking details
- Uses authorized payment service providers
- Relies on secure systems that follow industry-standard security practices
Payment processing may be handled by:
- Banks
- Payment gateways
- Financial service providers
These third-party providers have their own privacy and security policies.
6. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience.
Cookies help us:
- Remember user preferences
- Maintain login sessions
- Analyze website usage
- Improve website performance
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings if desired. However, some website features may not function properly without cookies.
7. Comments and User Content
When visitors leave comments on the website, we collect:
- Data entered in the comment form
- IP address
- Browser information
This information is used to detect spam and maintain website security.
If profile images or user content are uploaded, users should avoid including sensitive personal information or embedded location data.
8. Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles on our website may include embedded content such as:
- Videos
- Images
- Articles
- External media
Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if the visitor has visited those websites directly.
These external websites may:
- Collect data
- Use cookies
- Monitor interactions
Global Scholars Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
9. Data Sharing
Global Scholars Foundation does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share information only in the following situations:
- With payment service providers for transaction processing
- With service providers assisting in website operations
- When required by law or government authorities
- To protect legal rights or prevent fraud
- For regulatory or compliance purposes
All data sharing is done only when necessary and lawful.
10. Data Retention
Global Scholars Foundation retains personal information only as long as necessary for:
- Program administration
- Record keeping
- Legal and compliance requirements
- Security and fraud prevention
Some information may be retained for longer periods if required by law.
Users may request deletion of their personal data, subject to legal obligations.
11. Data Security
Global Scholars Foundation takes reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from:
- Unauthorized access
- Loss or theft
- Misuse
- Disclosure
Security measures may include:
- Secure servers
- Access controls
- Encrypted communication
- Monitoring systems
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
12. User Rights
Users have the right to:
- Request access to their personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal data
- Withdraw consent where applicable
- Request a copy of stored data
Requests may be submitted through official communication channels.
Certain data may be retained if required for legal, administrative, or security purposes.
13. Children’s Privacy
Global Scholars Foundation does not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.
If a parent or guardian believes that a child has provided personal information without permission, they may contact the Foundation to request removal of such information.
14. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites.
Global Scholars Foundation is not responsible for:
- Content of external websites
- Privacy policies of third-party platforms
- Security practices of external services
Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of third-party websites before providing personal information.
15. Policy Updates
Global Scholars Foundation reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice.
Updated policies will be published on the official website.
Continued use of the website after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
16. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or personal data, please contact:
Global Scholars Foundation
Email: support@gscholars.org
Website: https://gscholars.org
All official communication should be made through authorized channels of the Foundation.