Welcome to ahoy consulting. This Privacy Policy explains how we (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collect, use, and safeguard the personal data of visitors and clients who use our website and services.
We are committed to protecting your information in compliance with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act) and the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
What Personal Data We Collect
Purpose of Data Collection and Processing
We collect and process your data for the following purposes:
Inquiry Handling: To respond to your queries, assess eligibility for study programs, and provide personalized consultations.
Service Provision: To process applications to universities in the Czech Republic, facilitate nostrification (credential recognition), and assist with visa and residence permit applications.
Communication: To update you on your application, send important reminders, and share service-related information.
Payments: To process service fee payments where applicable.
Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements of academic institutions, immigration authorities, and government bodies.
Business Operations: To improve our services, manage client records, and analyze website usage.
Our Legal Basis for Processing Your Data
Consent: By submitting your data on our website, you consent to its use for your inquiry. By engaging in our services, you provide additional consent for processing sensitive data
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations under the service agreement with you.
Legitimate Interests: To improve our offerings, ensure service quality, and operate our business effectively.
Legal Obligations: To comply with relevant laws and regulations.
How We Share Your Personal Data
Our Legal Basis for Processing Your Data
As part of our services, your personal data may be transferred to the Czech Republic and other European countries. The Czech Republic is governed by the GDPR, which ensures a high level of data protection.
We take necessary measures to safeguard your data during international transfers.
International Data Transfers
As part of our services, your personal data may be transferred to the Czech Republic and other European countries. The Czech Republic is governed by the GDPR, which ensures a high level of data protection.
ahoy consulting generate email using the candidate’s provide mobile number for facilitating communication with the university, embassy, and other third parties. It is crucial to note that ahoy consulting will uphold the confidentiality of this email address and refrain from disclosing it under any circumstances.
It is advised that candidates abstain from initiating direct call or email to university or embassy, as doing so many results in a communication gap or confusion between the university, embassy, and ahoy consulting.
We take necessary measures to safeguard your data during international transfers.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal data only as long as necessary to:
Provide our services,
Fulfill legal and regulatory obligations, or
Until you request deletion (subject to legal requirements).
After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
Your Rights
As a Data Principal under the DPDP Act and a Data Subject under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Right to Correction/Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Request deletion of your personal data under applicable conditions.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
Right to Grievance Redressal: Raise concerns directly with our Grievance Officer.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for students applying for higher education in the Czech Republic. Some applicants may be under 18 at the time of applying for bachelor’s programs.
As required under India’s DPDP Act, we will collect and process the personal data of individuals under 18 only with parental or guardian consent. If you are under 18, please ensure your parent/guardian provides consent before submitting your information.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
Improve user experience,
Analyze website traffic (e.g., through Google Analytics), and
Provide relevant information about our services.
You may choose to disable cookies in your browser, but this may limit certain website functions.
Grievance Redressal
If you have any concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact our Grievance Officer:
Email: ahoyconsulting.in@gmail.com
Address: First Floor, Safeena Mansion, Mahatma Gandhi Rd, opposite Kanoos Theater, Ravipuram, Perumanoor, Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala 682016
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of our website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
