Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your information with transparency and care
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how MalaysiaSchool.com ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website and use our services. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
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Contact Information: When you submit forms, report updates, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
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School Reports: Information you provide when reporting errors or suggesting updates to school listings.
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Communication: Any messages, feedback, or inquiries you send to us.
1.2 Information We Collect Automatically
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Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, search queries, and time spent on the site.
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Device Information: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
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Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic.
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Location Data: General location information based on your IP address to provide region-specific content.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
To provide and maintain our school directory services, search functionality, and comparison tools.
To respond to your inquiries, send notifications about updates to school information, and provide customer support.
To analyze usage patterns, improve our website functionality, and enhance user experience.
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Privacy Commitment
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
When you submit reports or updates about school information, we may share relevant details with the concerned educational institutions.
With trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website (hosting, analytics, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements.
When required by law, court order, or government request.
4. Data Protection and Security
Important Notice
The school information displayed on our website is collected from publicly available sources and third-party providers. While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all information is current or correct. We strongly recommend contacting schools directly to verify details such as fees, curriculum, admission requirements, and other important information before making any decisions.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:
Encryption
SSL/TLS protocols for data transmission
Access Control
Authentication and authorization procedures
Training
Employee data protection practices
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Third-Party Services and Advertising
Our website may contain:
- Analytics Services: We use analytics tools to understand user behavior and improve our services.
- Advertising: We may display advertisements from third-party providers. These advertisers may use cookies and tracking technologies subject to their own privacy policies.
- External Links: Links to school websites and other external resources are not under our control and are subject to their respective privacy policies.
- Social Media Integration: Social media plugins and sharing features are governed by the respective platforms' privacy policies.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
Request transfer of your data to another service provider
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]
9. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
Important Disclaimer
The information provided on MalaysiaSchool.com is for informational purposes only. School details, fees, programs, and other information may change without notice. We strongly recommend contacting schools directly to verify current information, admission requirements, fees, and availability before making any educational decisions. MalaysiaSchool.com does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information displayed on this website.