Effective Date: 1st June 2025
Last Updated: 17th July 2025
At Verista Global, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with Indian law, particularly the Information Technology Act, 2000 and associated rules.
By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. About Us
Verista Global is a Bangalore-based study abroad consultancy dedicated to helping students pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies in countries like the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, Dubai, and others.
We provide guidance on university selection, admissions, visa applications, test prep referrals, and post-arrival support.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
As defined under Indian law, this includes:
- Full Name
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Nationality
- Educational Qualifications
- Identification documents (e.g., Passport)
- Academic transcripts and test scores (IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, etc.)
b. Contact Information
- Mobile Number
- Email Address
- Residential Address
c. Other Information
- Course & Country Preferences
- CV/Resume
- Financial documents (if relevant to visa or university applications)
- IP Address and browser/device info (collected via cookies)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide you with personalized study abroad consultation
- Assist in university shortlisting and applications
- Facilitate visa filing and travel planning
- Send updates, reminders, and relevant offers
- Improve our website, services, and user experience
- Comply with applicable Indian laws
We will not use your data for any purpose not disclosed in this policy without your consent.
4. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may disclose your information to:
- Partner universities or institutions abroad (for applications or scholarships)
- Visa consultants or legal representatives (with your consent)
- Government agencies if required under Indian law
- IT vendors and communication service providers under confidentiality agreements
All third parties are required to follow strict confidentiality and data security standards.
5. Data Security Measures
We take reasonable security measures as per Rule 8 of the IT Rules, 2011, including:
- Secure servers and encrypted communications
- Restricted access to sensitive information
- Regular software and firewall updates
- Staff confidentiality training
While we strive for full protection, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute data security.
6. Your Rights Under Indian Law
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or updates to your data
- Withdraw your consent to data processing (where applicable)
- File a complaint with the Grievance Officer (contact details below)
To exercise your rights, please email: connect@veristaglobal.com
7. Retention of Data
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
8. Cookies and Website Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website performance
- Understand user behavior
- Offer a better browsing experience
You can disable cookies via your browser settings.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental or guardian consent.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any significant changes will be notified on our website or via email. Please review this page regularly.
11. Grievance Officer
As per Section 5(9) of the IT Rules, 2011, we have designated a Grievance Officer:
Name: Aamir N Khan
Designation: Grievance Officer
Email: connect@veristaglobal.com
Phone: 08069409958
Address: 138, 3rd floor, 3rd cross, &, 3rd Main Rd, near Sukh Sagar, Jal Vayu Vihar, Kammanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560084, India
12. Contact Us
For any privacy-related concerns, you may reach us at:
Verista Global
138, 3rd floor, 3rd cross, &, 3rd Main Rd, near Sukh Sagar, Jal Vayu Vihar, Kammanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560084
📞 08069409958
📧 connect@veristaglobal.com