Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 3, 2025

Welcome to AcademicRelations.net/ExpertAcademicEditing.com/thepaystrategy.com. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information and outlines your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name
Email address
Payment information
Any other information you submit via contact forms or direct communication

This data is necessary for providing our services, processing transactions, and communicating with you.

1.2 Automatically Collected Data (Browsing Information)

We automatically collect certain non-personally identifiable information when you access AcademicRelations.net/ExpertAcademicEditing.com/thepaystrategy.com, including:

IP address
Browser type and version
Operating system
Referring/exit pages
Interaction with website features

This data helps us analyze trends, administer the site, and improve our services.

2. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We process personal data based on the following legal bases:

Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations when you use our services.
Legitimate Interests: For security, fraud prevention, and improving our website.
Consent: When required, such as for marketing communications (you can withdraw consent anytime).
Legal Obligation: When required to comply with legal requirements.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Service Provision and Support

To process transactions and provide requested services.
To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.

3.2 Communication

To send service-related messages (e.g., confirmations, security alerts).
To send promotional materials if you have opted in (you can unsubscribe at any time).

3.3 Website Improvement

To analyze website traffic and enhance user experience.
To maintain security and prevent fraudulent activities.

4. Sharing Your Information

4.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share personal data with third-party service providers performing services on our behalf, including:

Payment processing providers
Web hosting services
Customer support platforms

All third-party service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and only use it for the specified purpose.

4.2 Legal Compliance and Protection

We may disclose personal data:

If required by law or legal proceedings.
To protect our rights, users, or public safety.

4.3 Business Transfers

If AcademicRelations.net undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale, your data may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When no longer required, data is securely deleted.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain conditions.
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format for transfer to another service provider.
Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data for marketing or other purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent: If processing is based on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@AcademicRelations.net. We may require verification of your identity.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. By using AcademicRelations.net/ExpertAcademicEditing.com/thepaystrategy.com, you agree to our use of cookies. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

For more details, see our Cookie Policy [insert link if applicable].

9. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the UK or EU, we ensure it is protected under appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses (SCCs) or equivalent legal mechanisms.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Significant changes will be communicated to you where required by law.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at: info@AcademicRelations.net

Your use of AcademicRelations.net/ExpertAcademicEditing.com/thepaystrategy.com signifies your acceptance of this Privacy Policy.