Privacy Policy
Summary
VisaPathway is designed to require minimal data from users. The tools and calculators on this site run entirely in your browser — your inputs never leave your device. We use Google Analytics for anonymized site usage statistics and Google AdSense for advertising. We respect Do Not Track and cookie consent preferences.
What information we collect
Information you actively provide
The tools on VisaPathway are fully client-side. The information you enter (search queries, form inputs, selections) stays in your browser. We do not transmit, store, or analyze your inputs.
If you contact us via email, we receive your email address, the content of your message, and any information you choose to include. We use this only to respond to your inquiry.
Information collected automatically
When you visit VisaPathway, we automatically collect:
- Standard server log data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referrer URL, timestamp of visit. This is industry-standard server logging used for security and operational purposes.
- Anonymous analytics: Pages visited, time on page, navigation patterns, country (derived from IP), device type. We use Google Analytics for this. Data is aggregated and anonymized.
- Advertising cookies: Google AdSense places cookies to serve relevant ads. These cookies are subject to Google's privacy policies.
Cookies
VisaPathway uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Functional cookies: Remembering your preferences and consent settings. These cannot be disabled without breaking site functionality.
- Analytics cookies: Google Analytics for anonymous usage statistics. You can opt out via the consent banner or by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Advertising cookies: Google AdSense for ad personalization. By default, these are disabled until you grant consent through the cookie banner.
Advertising
VisaPathway displays advertisements through Google AdSense and may use other ad networks in the future. These services use cookies to serve ads relevant to your interests based on your browsing history.
Google's advertising privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/technologies/ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising at google.com/settings/ads.
Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation and similar regulations, we honor consent preferences. By default, advertising cookies are denied until you grant explicit consent.
Affiliate links
VisaPathway may include affiliate links to third-party services. When you click these links and complete a transaction, we may earn a commission. This commission does not affect the price you pay or our recommendations. Affiliate links are clearly labeled and use the rel="sponsored" attribute.
Data sharing
We do not sell your data to third parties. We share data only with:
- Google (Analytics and AdSense): Anonymous usage data and advertising cookie data, subject to Google's privacy policies.
- Hosting providers: Standard server log data necessary to operate the site.
- Legal authorities: If required by law or to comply with valid legal process.
Your rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of personal data we hold (subject to legitimate business needs).
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service.
- Objection: Object to specific uses of your data.
- Withdrawal of consent: Change cookie preferences or opt out of analytics at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@visapathway.online.
Children's privacy
VisaPathway is not directed at children under 13 (or 16 in the EU, depending on jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information through our site, please contact us.
International users
VisaPathway is operated from Botswana but accessible globally. By using VisaPathway, you consent to the transfer of your data to jurisdictions where our service providers operate.
Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy occasionally. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Material changes will be prominently announced on the site.
Contact
Questions about this privacy policy? Email hello@visapathway.online.