Privacy Policy

Learn how Mak Education safeguards your personal data and ensures full UK GDPR compliance. This page outlines what we collect, why we collect it, and how we keep your information secure.

Introduction

Welcome to Mak Education. Your privacy is extremely important to us. We are committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and all other applicable data-protection laws.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit www.makeducation.co.uk or interact with our services.

By using our website, you confirm that you accept this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue using our services.

About Us

Mak Education is a UK-based higher education guidance and support provider, helping students with university selection, applications, and study-abroad processes.

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or to exercise your GDPR rights, please contact:

Company Name: Mak Education
Contact Person: Almas Khan
Email: almas@makeducation.co.uk
Phone: +44 7428 694888
Address: 1st Floor, 218–220 Whitechapel Road, London, United Kingdom

Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

1. Information You Provide Directly

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Date of birth

  • Gender

  • Address

  • Academic background

  • Course or university preferences

  • Professional/academic interests

  • Information submitted through forms, emails, consultations or enquiries

2. Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Operating system

  • Pages viewed and time spent

  • Referral sources and site interaction data

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to improve your browsing experience. For full details, please see our Cookie Policy.

How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

  • To respond to inquiries and provide requested services

  • To schedule consultations or guide you through the admissions process

  • To support you with university applications and documentation

Marketing & Communication

  • To send updates, newsletters, or promotional content (only with your consent)

  • To improve website performance and user experience

  • To deliver personalised content or recommendations

Legal & Compliance

  • To comply with regulatory requirements

  • To protect our legal rights and prevent fraudulent activities

Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful grounds under UK GDPR:

  • Consent: For email marketing or optional services

  • Contractual Necessity: When providing services you request

  • Legitimate Interests: For business improvement, analytics, and service optimisation

  • Legal Obligation: To comply with UK laws and regulatory duties

How We Protect Your Data

We use strict technical and organisational safeguards to protect your personal data, including:

  • Secure servers and encrypted storage

  • Access controls and authentication measures

  • Regular security updates and monitoring

  • Staff training on data protection best practices

Sharing Your Data

Mak Education does not sell your personal information.

We may share your data only in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third-party platforms supporting website hosting, analytics, marketing tools, or CRM

  • Legal Compliance: If required by law, court order, or government authority

  • Operational Purposes: Universities, partners, or educational bodies (only when relevant to your application and with your consent)

Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data

  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete details

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible)

  • Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is used

  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format

  • Object: Opt out of certain uses, including direct marketing

  • Withdraw Consent: Stop any processing based on consent

  • Lodge a Complaint: Contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: almas@makeducation.co.uk

Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the services you requested

  • Fulfil legal or regulatory obligations

  • Maintain accurate business and financial records

Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing personal information.

Cookies

Mak Education uses cookies to:

  • Improve website functionality

  • Analyse traffic

  • Enhance user experience

Refer to our dedicated Cookie Policy for full details.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most recent version will always be available on this page. Please review it regularly for updates.

Contact Us

If you have any concerns or questions about this Privacy Policy or our data-handling practices, please contact:

Email: almas@makeducation.co.uk
Phone: +44 7428 694888
Address: 1st Floor, 218–220 Whitechapel Road, London, United Kingdom

By using www.makeducation.co.uk, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.