Privacy Policy
Information Collected Automatically
When someone visits EduScores, standard technical information may be processed by the website, hosting infrastructure and services used to operate the site.
This can include information such as:
- IP address;
- browser and device type;
- operating system;
- referring page;
- pages visited;
- approximate visit time;
- technical error and security information.
This information may be used to keep the website available, understand general usage patterns, detect abuse and diagnose technical problems.
Information Provided Directly
Information is also processed when a visitor chooses to submit it directly, such as through a contact form or another communication method.
The information received depends on what the visitor provides and may include a name, email address and message content.
Visitors should avoid sending confidential or sensitive information that is not necessary for the purpose of the message.
Analytics
EduScores may use analytics services to understand how visitors use the website.
Analytics information can include page views, general traffic sources, device information and interaction data. This information can help identify technical problems and understand which parts of the site are being used.
Where consent is required for non-essential analytics technologies, those services should operate in accordance with the visitor’s applicable privacy choices.
Advertising
EduScores may display advertising provided by third-party advertising services.
Advertising providers may use cookies or similar technologies for purposes such as ad delivery, measurement, frequency control and fraud prevention. Depending on applicable law and the visitor’s choices, advertising may be personalised or non-personalised.
Third-party advertising providers process information according to their own privacy policies and terms.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small files or browser-based identifiers that can support website operation, preferences, analytics, security and advertising.
Some technologies are necessary for the website to function. Others may operate only where permitted or after the required consent has been obtained.
Further information is provided in the Cookie Policy below.
External Links
EduScores contains links to external sources, including OECD publications, databases and other official websites.
Following an external link takes the visitor to a website controlled by another organisation. EduScores does not control the privacy practices, cookies or data handling of those websites.
Data Retention
Information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including website security, technical operation, communication and legal obligations.
Retention periods can vary depending on the type of information and the service involved.
Data Security
Reasonable technical and administrative measures may be used to reduce the risk of unauthorised access, alteration, loss or misuse of information.
No internet service can guarantee absolute security.
Privacy Rights
Privacy rights differ by jurisdiction.
Depending on applicable law, a visitor may have rights relating to access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection or withdrawal of consent for certain processing activities.
Requests concerning information submitted directly to EduScores can be made through the Contact page.
Children
EduScores publishes education statistics and reference material for a general audience. The website is not designed to intentionally collect personal information directly from children.
Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated when website functionality, legal requirements or data-processing practices change.
The version published on this page is the current Privacy Policy for EduScores.
Cookie Policy
What Cookies Are
Cookies are small pieces of data stored by a browser when a website is visited.
They can be used to keep a website functioning, remember preferences, measure website usage, support security features and provide advertising.
Other browser or device technologies may perform similar functions without using a traditional cookie.
Essential Cookies
Some technologies are necessary for the normal operation of the website.
They can support functions such as security, network management, consent preferences and protection against abusive traffic.
Essential technologies are not intended to be used for behavioural advertising simply because they are required for website operation.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics technologies may be used to understand general website activity, including which pages are visited, how visitors arrive at the site and how the site performs on different devices.
This information can help identify technical issues and understand overall usage.
Where consent is legally required, non-essential analytics technologies should not be activated before the required choice has been made.
Advertising Cookies
If advertising is enabled, advertising providers may use cookies or similar technologies for functions such as ad delivery, frequency control, measurement, fraud prevention and, where permitted, personalised advertising.
The technologies used by an advertising provider can change over time.
Advertising providers remain responsible for their own processing practices and privacy disclosures.
Third-Party Content
Pages may link to or use services operated by other organisations.
A third-party service may set or read its own cookies when its content or functionality is used. Those technologies are governed by the third party’s policies rather than this Cookie Policy.
Cookie Choices
Browser settings can generally be used to block, delete or restrict cookies.
Where a consent interface is available on EduScores, it may also be used to manage the categories of non-essential technologies covered by that interface.
Blocking certain technologies may affect some website functions.
Changes to Cookie Use
Cookie practices may change when website features, analytics tools, advertising systems or legal requirements change.
This page may therefore be updated to reflect the technologies currently used on EduScores.