Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

Transfer Abroad Network (TAN), a U.S.-based education technology company registered in California, is committed to protecting your personal information in line with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) legislative framework.

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, our appointed Data Protection Officer can be contacted at: info@transferabroadnetwork.com.

Website: www.transferabroadnetwork.com

2. Who We Are

TAN is a one-stop digital platform for U.S. community college and university students looking to complete their undergraduate degree abroad. We help students explore global programs, match credits, gain international certification, and apply to trusted universities worldwide.

3. Information We Collect

• Personal Details: Name, email, phone number, location, date of birth, academic history.
• Account Activity: Profile preferences, applications submitted, programs viewed, communication history.
• Device & Technical Info: IP address, browser type, device ID, operating system, pages visited, cookies.
• Payment Info: Credit card, debit card or banking details when paying for services.

We do not collect or process special category data (e.g., racial origin, health, religion, etc.) unless legally required and with explicit consent.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

• Performance of a Contract: To provide the service you've registered for.
• Consent: For email marketing, sharing your profile with universities, or collecting optional data.
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our platform, personalize your experience, and connect students with universities.
• Legal Obligation: To comply with laws such as FERPA, GDPR, COPPA, and ESOS.

5. How We Use Your Information

• Create and manage your TAN account.
• Match you to suitable universities and programs.
• Facilitate applications and document transfers.
• Send updates, reminders, and relevant opportunities.
• Enable universities to contact you about programs you explore or apply to.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

6. Sharing Your Information

• Accredited and trusted universities you engage with via TAN.
• Service providers who support our platform (e.g., hosting, analytics, communication tools).
• Government bodies or legal authorities where required by law.

We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

7. International Data Transfers

TAN operates globally. Your data may be transferred outside your country, including to countries that may not offer equivalent data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., standard contractual clauses).

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the right to:

• Access your data
• Correct or update data
• Request deletion (where applicable)
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Object to processing for marketing
• Request data portability

Requests can be made to: privacy@transferabroadnetwork.com

9. Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may contact you via email, SMS, or post about programs, updates, surveys, and opportunities related to international study. You may update preferences or unsubscribe at any time using provided links or by contacting us.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and analytics tools to understand usage and improve site functionality, personalize content and match relevant universities, and track your preferences and session data. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

For full details, see our Cookie Policy.

11. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. Inactive user data is periodically reviewed and securely deleted where appropriate.

12. Information Security

We use industry-standard encryption, access controls, and secure infrastructure to protect your data. Access is limited to authorized staff and service providers who are contractually bound to protect your information.

13. Children Under 13 (COPPA)

TAN is not directed at users under 13 years of age. If you are under 13, parental or guardian consent is required before account creation. We comply fully with COPPA.

14. ESOS Framework Compliance

If applying to Australian institutions, your data will be processed in compliance with Australia’s ESOS framework to protect international student rights and ensure educational quality.

15. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the effective date clearly stated.

16. Contact

For questions, contact: info@transferabroadnetwork.com