Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 8, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Global Bridge Associates ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you use our website www.gbastudy.com, in accordance with applicable data protection laws and Wix.com requirements.
1. Information
We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information including:
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Name, contact information, demographic details, and application data
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Payment and billing details (processed securely via Wix Payments)
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Browser type, device type, pages visited, and IP address (collected via cookies and analytics)
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
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Deliver, operate, and improve our services
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Provide customer support
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Communicate program updates
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Ensure legal and regulatory compliance
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We collect and process data only where we have legal grounds to do so. This includes user consent, contract necessity, and legal obligations.
4. Sharing Personal Information
We may share your information with:
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Educational and operational partners
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Wix.com for site hosting and data management
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Law enforcement if legally required
5. Your Rights
You have the right to access, modify, or delete your personal information.
Please email info@gbastudy.com to make such a request.
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential, functional, analytics, and marketing cookies as per Wix guidelines. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. Third-Party Services
Our services use integrated third-party solutions (e.g., Wix, Quickbase).
We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices, although we ensure contractual safeguards.
8. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored on Wix.com’s secure servers protected by firewalls. All payment transactions are encrypted and managed by compliant processors.
Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: June 8, 2025
By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
These terms outline your rights and responsibilities when using our services.
1. Use of Our Website
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You may not misuse this website or use it to conduct any unlawful activity.
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You agree to provide accurate and up-to-date information in all communications.
2. Service Descriptions
Global Bridge Associates offers student homestay placements, boarding services, international school recruitment, and guardianship support. Services are provided as described and subject to availability and eligibility.
3. Modifications and Updates
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting.
4. User Accounts and Access
If you create an account, you are responsible for keeping your login credentials secure. You must notify us of any suspected unauthorized access.
5. Intellectual Property
You have the right to access, modify, or delete your personal information.
Please email info@gbastudy.com to make such a request.
6. Limitation
of Liability
We do our best to maintain accurate and up-to-date services. However, we are not liable for:
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Website unavailability
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Delays in program responses
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Loss resulting from reliance on posted materials
7. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and international privacy laws where applicable.
Refund, Return & Cancellation Policy
Effective Date: June 8, 2025
This policy outlines how Global Bridge Associates manages cancellations and refunds in alignment with Wix’s required
standards for payments and customer protection.
1. Application & Service Fees
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Application fees are non-refundable once submitted.
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Program deposits may be refundable up to 60 days before start date, less administrative fees.
2. Service Cancellations
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Cancellation before service delivery may result in partial refunds depending on processing and documentation stages.
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Services canceled due to host family or student misconduct are non-refundable.
3. Wix Payments Compliance
As required by Wix, all refund/cancellation terms must be clearly communicated to customers.
This policy is publicly posted and linked in our site’s footer.
4. Refund Requests
All refund requests must be submitted in writing to accounts@gbastudy.com and will be processed within 14 business days upon eligibility verification.
5. Delivery
of Services
Educational services are fulfilled once students are matched, placed, and enrolled.
Coordination services begin immediately after application processing.
6. Dispute Resolution
Disputes should be submitted in writing. We aim to resolve complaints amicably. Third-party chargebacks or disputes via Wix Payments may require extended resolution periods.
7. Contact
For all questions or refund requests, email info@gbastudy.com
Note: Per Wix’s Business Readiness Guidelines, these policies are publicly accessible, clearly written, and reflect the conditions under which services are sold, fulfilled, or refunded.