Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11th September, 2025

At edumap.blog, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the information you share with us when using our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, your rights under international privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.), and how you can manage your preferences.

By accessing or using edumap.blog, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

  • Edumap.blog does not collect personally identifiable information (such as names, phone numbers, or addresses) unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., by contacting us via email).

1.2 Non-Personal Information

When you visit our website, certain non-personal information is automatically collected, including:

  • Browser type and version
  • Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
  • IP address (used for approximate location data)
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referring website/traffic source

This information is collected using Google Analytics to analyze site performance and improve user experience.

1.3 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember user preferences
  • Measure website traffic and performance
  • Serve relevant ads through Google Ads and third-party partners

Cookies do not store personally identifiable information. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

2. How We Use Collected Information

We use the data collected to:

  • Improve website content, usability, and user experience
  • Monitor traffic patterns and website performance
  • Display personalized ads through Google AdSense
  • Ensure compliance with advertising standards and prevent fraud

3. Google Analytics & Google Ads

3.1 Google Analytics

Edumap.blog uses Google Analytics to track and report website traffic. Google may collect data about your browsing behavior and associate it with other Google services.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

3.2 Google Ads (AdSense)

Edumap.blog displays ads served by Google and third-party vendors. These ads may use cookies (such as the DoubleClick cookie) to serve relevant content based on your interests and browsing history.

4. Third-Party Links & Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (universities, scholarships, resources, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing personal information.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For visitors from the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using personal information includes:

  • Consent – when you accept cookies or interact with ads
  • Legitimate Interest – improving site performance and preventing fraud
  • Compliance with Law – when required by regulations or authorities

6. Your Privacy Rights

6.1 GDPR Rights (EU & UK Users)

If you are in the EU or UK, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to data processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • File a complaint with your data protection authority

6.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal data is collected and how it is used
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data)
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

7. Children’s Privacy

Edumap.blog does not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

9. International Data Transfers

Since our site may be accessed globally, information collected may be processed outside your country of residence. By using Edumap.blog, you consent to such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices, services, or legal requirements. The revised version will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you can reach us at:

Website: https://Edumap.blog