Privacy Policy

Website: https://ielts.winnsinternational.com
Main Website: https://winnsinternational.com

Winns International (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how it is protected, and your rights regarding your data.

Information We Collect

When you use our IELTS computer-based practice test platform, we may collect:

Cookies and analytics data (see Section 5).

Personal Information

Name, email address, phone number, and billing details.

Account details created during registration (username, password).

Payment Information

Payment details processed through trusted gateways (e.g., PayHere, Stripe, PayPal).

We do not store or have access to your full credit/debit card information.

Usage Data

Test results, progress, answers, and interaction history with our platform.

Technical Information

IP address, device type, browser, operating system.

How We Use Your Information

We process your data for the following purposes:

  • To create and manage your user account.
  • To provide IELTS practice tests, track results, and enhance learning experience.
  • To process and confirm your payments securely.
  • To send you important updates (test results, payment confirmations, new features).
  • To improve our website performance and user experience.
  • To comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.

We will only use your personal data for the purposes stated above and will not use it for unrelated activities.

Legal Basis for Processing

Depending on your location, we process your information under the following legal bases:

Consent: For sending promotional or marketing communications (you may opt out anytime).

Contractual necessity: To provide access to practice tests and process payments.

Legitimate interest: To improve services, prevent fraud, and ensure platform security.

Legal obligation: To comply with tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements.

Sharing & Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share it in the following limited circumstances:

Business Transfers: If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred securely.

Payment Gateways: With trusted providers (PayHere, Stripe, PayPal, banks) for secure transactions.

Service Providers: With hosting, analytics, or customer support providers, strictly for service delivery.

Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or regulatory authority.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our site uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Keep you logged in during test sessions.
  • Save your preferences and progress.
  • Analyze traffic using tools such as Google Analytics.
  • Improve website performance.

You may disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function properly without them.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations.

Payment records are stored in compliance with accounting/tax requirements.

Test results and account data are retained until you request deletion.

Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • SSL encryption across the website.
  • Secure payment processing through PCI-DSS compliant gateways.
  • Restricted access to personal data by authorized staff only.
  • Regular monitoring and security updates.

However, no online system can be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against cyber threats.

International Data Transfers

Since Winns International serves global users, your data may be stored or processed in servers located outside your home country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place when transferring data internationally.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
  • Restrict or object to certain data processing.
  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
  • Data portability (request a copy of your data in digital format).

To exercise these rights, please contact us (see Section 12).

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our services. Updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

Contact Us

For any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Winns International
📧 Email: director@winnsinternational.com
📞 Phone: +94 77 7771428
🌍 Website: https://winnsinternational.com

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