Privacy Policy for HeyRicardo.com

At HeyRicardo.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, especially in the context of scholarship opportunities, visa sponsorship programs, and related content.

1. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information to provide users with the best experience possible and to keep you informed about scholarship and visa-related content.

a. Personal Information

When you subscribe to our newsletter, fill out a contact form, or comment on our posts, we may collect:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Country of residence

  • Educational background (optional)

b. Non-Personal Information

We automatically collect data such as:

  • Browser type

  • IP address

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Referring websites

  • Date and time of visit

This data helps us analyze user behavior and improve the quality of our content and services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for several important purposes:

  • To personalize content related to scholarships, grants, visa guides, and study/work abroad resources.

  • To improve our website by understanding which articles or pages are most helpful.

  • To communicate with you through newsletters, updates, or responses to inquiries.

  • To comply with legal obligations if required by law.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

HeyRicardo.com uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

  • Remember user preferences

  • Analyze site performance

  • Track user engagement via tools like Google Analytics

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the way our website functions for you.

4. Google Analytics and Other Third Parties

We use Google Analytics to gather detailed insights into our website’s performance. Google may collect data about your visits through cookies. For more information, please visit Google’s Privacy Policy.

Occasionally, we may also partner with reputable third-party platforms for newsletter management or site hosting, and these services may have access to certain non-sensitive data. These partners are required to handle your data securely and in compliance with privacy regulations.

5. Email and Newsletter Communication

If you subscribe to our updates:

  • You will receive emails containing scholarship alerts, visa sponsorship guides, tips for studying/working abroad, and site updates.

  • You can unsubscribe anytime using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.

We never send spam or unrelated offers.

6. Data Protection and Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no online platform can guarantee 100% security. We recommend that you use strong passwords and take personal precautions when sharing information online.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes listed above or as required by law. If you unsubscribe or request deletion of your data, we will honor your request promptly.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us so we can delete it.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location (e.g., the EU, UK, or California), you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Object to certain uses of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@heyricardo.com.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Effective Date” above and notify you where appropriate.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to your privacy or this policy, contact us at:

📧 Email: [info@heyricardo.com]
🌐 Website: https://heyricardo.com