Effective Date: 16th January, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Oric Admissions (“we,” “our,” “us”). Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website [https://www.oricadmissions.com] (the “Site”) and related services. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we protect your data.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information from users:

1.1 Personal Information

Information that identifies you as an individual, such as:

- Full Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Payment Information (Mobile Money, debit/credit card, bank transfers)
- Home Address (for billing or verification purposes)
- Academic details provided for admission services

1.2 Non-Personal Information

Information that does not directly identify you, such as:

- Browser type and version
- IP Address
- Device and operating system details
- Pages visited and time spent on the Site

1.3 Student Application Information

Data provided by students including:

- Exam results (e.g., WASSCE/SSCE)
- School/program preferences
- Uploaded documents (e.g., transcripts, certificates, passport photos)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide Services

- Facilitate admission applications
- Allow purchase and delivery of admission vouchers
- Run qualification and cut-off point checkers
- Process payments securely
- Assist foreign applicants in completing admission steps

2.2 To Improve User Experience

- Personalize services and recommendations
- Analyze usage trends to enhance our tools and platform

2.3 To Ensure Security and Compliance

- Prevent fraudulent transactions
- Protect students’ academic and financial data
- Comply with applicable Ghanaian laws and education regulations

3. How We Protect Your Information

We implement a variety of measures to secure your data, including:

- SSL encryption for secure data transmission
- Regular security checks and system updates
- Restricted access to personal data to authorized staff only

4. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy. We do not sell or rent personal data. We may share your information under the following circumstances:

4.1 With Your Consent

When you authorize us to share your information with an institution for admission processing.

4.2 With Service Providers

Trusted third parties that help us deliver services, such as payment gateways and SMS/email notification providers.

4.3 Legal Obligations

When required by law, regulation, or to protect our rights and those of our users.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our Site uses cookies to enhance browsing, analyze traffic, and save user preferences. You may disable cookies in your browser, but some site features may not work properly.

6. Third Party Links

Our Site may link to third-party websites (e.g., universities or WAEC portals). We are not responsible for their content or practices. Please review their privacy policies before sharing your information.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for admissions processing, voucher delivery, or legal requirements.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

- Access, update, or delete your data
- Opt-out of promotional communications
- Request a copy of your stored information

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@oricadmissions.com.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may revise this policy occasionally. Updated policies will be posted with a new effective date. Please review this page regularly.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Oric Admissions
Address:Dromor Plaza, Kwabenya-Accra, Ghana

Email: support@oric.network
Support Line: +233 53 779 3106 (Mon–Sat: 8 AM – 5 PM)

Thank you for trusting Oric Admissions as your partner in education.