Privacy policy

1. Who we are

AcaPulse ("we", "us") operates acapulse.com, a global degree search and comparison platform. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data when you use our website.

2. Data we collect

• Search queries and browsing activity (via server logs and analytics)
• Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or submit an apply-interest form
• Contact details and messages you send us voluntarily
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, device information

3. How we use your data

• To operate and improve the search platform
• To send newsletter updates (with your consent)
• To process apply-interest enquiries and forward them to relevant universities
• To respond to support requests

4. Sharing

We do not sell personal data. Apply-interest submissions may be shared with the university you selected. We use infrastructure providers (hosting, email) who process data on our behalf under contractual safeguards.

5. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your data. Contact privacy@acapulse.com to exercise these rights.

6. Retention

Newsletter subscriptions are kept until you unsubscribe. Apply-interest records are retained for up to 24 months unless a longer period is required for compliance.