Privacy Policy & Data Processing

Last updated: January 1, 2025

1. Personal Data Protection – Law 1581/2012 (Colombia)

In compliance with Colombian Statutory Law 1581 of 2012 and Decree 1377 of 2013 on Personal Data Protection, INTERCAMBIOS informs that personal data collected through this website will be used exclusively for the following purposes: • Contacting the data subject to provide advice on exchange programs, visas and language courses. • Sending relevant information about scholarships, destinations and available programs. • Managing the enrollment process for academic programs abroad. Data subjects have the right to access, update, rectify and delete the information held in our databases, as well as to revoke the authorization granted for its processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us at: [email protected] INTERCAMBIOS undertakes not to sell, rent or transfer your personal data to third parties without your explicit consent, except where required by law.

2. GDPR (European Union / Italy)

For users located in the European Union, including Italy, the processing of your personal data is carried out in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR). Legal basis for processing: Explicit consent of the data subject (Art. 6.1.a GDPR). Rights of the data subject: Access, rectification, erasure ("right to be forgotten"), restriction of processing, data portability and right to object. International transfers: Data may be transferred to Colombia (main headquarters) under adequate safeguards. To exercise your GDPR rights: [email protected]

3. Australian Privacy Act 1988

For users located in Australia, we comply with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). We collect personal information only for lawful purposes directly related to our services. We do not share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except as required by law. For privacy inquiries under Australian law: [email protected]

4. Cookie Policy

This website uses first-party and third-party cookies to: • Ensure the proper functioning of the site. • Remember your language preferences. • Analyze site traffic (Google Analytics, where enabled). • Display relevant content on social networks (Meta Ads pixel, TikTok Ads). You can manage your cookie preferences from your browser settings or through the consent banner shown on your first visit.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss or destruction. We use encrypted HTTPS connections and restricted access to our databases.

6. Contact

For any inquiry regarding the processing of your personal data: Email: [email protected] Phone: +39 351 560 8274 Address: 88 Franklin Street, Melbourne, Australia