Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 16/05/2025

Hedge Global Technologies (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our website, platform, and services.

By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

a. Information You Provide to Us

• Full name, date of birth, nationality

• Contact details (email, phone number, address)

• Educational history and academic records

• Passport and travel information

• Financial information related to funding support

• Any other documents submitted for visa, school, or migration applications

b. Information We Collect Automatically

• IP address

• Device type, browser type

• Pages visited, time spent on site

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

• To provide study-abroad and migration advisory services

• To match you with partner institutions and funding opportunities

• To process your applications to schools, embassies, and partners

• To communicate with you about your application status

• To fulfill legal obligations and regulatory requirements

• To improve our website and services

• For marketing (with your consent where required)

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

• Your consent

• Our legitimate interest in providing services

• Compliance with legal obligations

• Performance of a contract with you

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information with:

• Partner institutions (universities, colleges, language schools)

• Migration consultants and immigration authorities

• Financial partners for funding support

• Service providers (e.g., email and data hosting)

• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

We will never sell your data to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data, including:

• Secure servers and encrypted connections

• Access controls and authentication measures

• Staff confidentiality obligations

However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze website traffic. You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. International Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and stored in countries outside Nigeria, especially if we work with international partners or service providers. Where this occurs, we take appropriate steps to protect your data, including contracts and encryption.

8. Your Data Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data (in some circumstances)

• Object to or restrict certain processing

• Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise your rights, email us at info@hedgeglobaltechnologies.com.ng

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9. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services, fulfill legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When your data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we become aware that data from a child has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their policies before submitting any personal information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the effective date or by email. Continued use of our services constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: info@hedgeglobaltechnologies.com.ng

• Instagram: @hedgeglobalofficial

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/hedge-global-technologies

Acknowledgment

By using our platform and services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Privacy Policy.