Privacy Policy

Effective Date : 1st December 2024

At Bedford Language School, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you sign up for a membership on our website, www.bedford.edu.my (the “Website”).

1. Information We Collect

When you register for membership, we may collect the following information:

Personal Details: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and address.
Student Information: Enrollment status at Bedford Language School and course details.
Login Information: Username, password, and other account credentials.
Usage Data: Information on how you use our Website, including login activity and accessed resources.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process your data to:

Verify your eligibility for membership (as a current student).
Provide access to educational materials, resources, and services.
Enhance your user experience on the Website.
Communicate important updates related to your studies and membership.
Maintain the security and integrity of our Website.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:

Service Providers: Trusted third parties that assist in managing our Website and services, subject to strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Obligations: When required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Bedford Language School, our students, or others.

4. Data Security

We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet or storage method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and user experience. Cookies collect data on how you interact with the Website, such as pages visited and time spent. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Retention of Data

We retain your data for as long as your membership is active or as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you are no longer a student, we may delete or anonymize your data, unless required by law to retain it.

7. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

Access and update your personal information.
Request deletion of your data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Withdraw consent for data processing (this may impact your access to services).

For requests or inquiries, please contact us using the details below.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their policies before sharing any information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Bedford Language School
Email : care@bedford.edu.my
By signing up as a member, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.