Introduction
At NextStep Global Study, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you visit our website at nextstepglobalstudy.com or use any of our services.
By using our website or contacting us for a consultation, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully.
Who We Are
NextStep Global Study is a study abroad consultancy based in Lahore, Pakistan. We help Pakistani students get admission to top universities in the UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, and other countries. We also provide visa guidance, scholarship assistance, IELTS preparation support, and pre-departure services.
Business Name: NextStep Global Study Location: Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Website: nextstepglobalstudy.com Email: info@nextstepglobalstudy.com
What Information We Collect
When you interact with our website or contact us, we may collect the following information:
Personal Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- City or location in Pakistan
- Academic qualifications and grades
- Preferred study destination or country
- Any other information you share with us during a consultation
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited on our website
- Time and date of your visit
- Referring website or source
Information from Forms
- Any details submitted through our contact form, consultation booking form, or any other form on our website
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes only:
- To respond to your enquiry or consultation request
- To provide you with study abroad guidance and recommendations
- To send you information about universities, visa requirements, scholarships, and destinations relevant to your profile
- To follow up on your application or visa process
- To send occasional updates, blog posts, or important news about studying abroad — only if you have given us permission
- To improve our website and services based on how visitors use them
- To comply with any legal obligations
We do not use your information for any other purpose without your clear permission.
How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and we do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.
We may share your information in the following limited situations only:
Universities and Institutions With your permission, we may share your academic profile and documents with universities or colleges as part of the application process. We will always inform you before doing this.
Visa and Embassy Processes Some personal information may need to be included in visa applications or submitted to relevant government authorities as part of the legal visa process. This is done only as required by law and with your full knowledge.
Service Providers We may work with trusted third-party tools such as email platforms or website analytics services. These providers are only given access to the information they need to perform their specific task and are not allowed to use it for any other purpose.
Legal Requirements If we are required by law to share your information with a government authority or legal body, we will comply with that legal obligation.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences on our website
- Understand how visitors use our website through tools like Google Analytics
- Improve the performance and content of our website
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. However, disabling cookies may affect how some parts of our website work.
Google Analytics
Our website uses Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use our site. This tool collects anonymous data such as the number of visitors, pages viewed, and how long people stay on each page. This data does not identify you personally.
For more information on how Google uses this data, visit: google.com/policies/privacy/partners
Data Storage and Security
Your information is stored securely. We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
However, please note that no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we do our best to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
We keep your personal information only for as long as it is needed for the purpose it was collected, or as required by law.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for students who are 16 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without parental consent.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us:
NextStep Global Study Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 📧 Email: info@nextstepglobalstudy.com 📞 Phone: ++92 327 234 0000 🕐 Office Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 AM – 6 PM
This Privacy Policy applies to the website nextstepglobalstudy.com and all services offered by NextStep Global Study.