Effective Date: July 18, 2026

Varsity.ng (“Varsity.ng,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) provides Nigerian university admissions information, JAMB/WAEC/NECO/Post-UTME resources, and related educational content at varsity.ng and its associated subdomains (including cbt.varsity.ng). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit or use our website and services (collectively, the “Site”).

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect information you voluntarily give us, such as:

  • Your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us
  • Information you submit through contact forms or feedback forms
  • Account details if you register on cbt.varsity.ng, including your name, email address, phone number, and academic details relevant to exam preparation
  • Payment-related information when you purchase access to premium features (processed securely by our third-party payment processor; we do not store your full card details)

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:

  • Your IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent on pages, referring website, and general browsing activity
  • Approximate location (derived from IP address)

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the Site, remember your preferences, and analyze traffic. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect some features of the Site. We use cookies for purposes including:

  • Essential site functionality
  • Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising (e.g., Google AdSense)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Site and its content
  • Deliver university admissions information, exam prep resources, and related educational content
  • Respond to inquiries, comments, and support requests
  • Send newsletters or updates, where you have opted in
  • Process payments for premium services
  • Analyze usage trends to improve the Site
  • Display relevant advertising
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate the Site, such as hosting providers, email delivery services, analytics providers, and payment processors. These providers are only permitted to use your information to perform services on our behalf.
  • Advertising partners, such as Google AdSense, which may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. You can learn more or opt out of personalized advertising at Google Ads Settings.
  • Analytics providers, such as Google Analytics, to help us understand how visitors use the Site.
  • Social media platforms, where we maintain official pages (including Facebook) to share Site content. If you interact with our content on these platforms, that platform’s own privacy policy governs the information they collect.
  • Legal authorities, where required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Varsity.ng, our users, or others.

Facebook Integration

Varsity.ng maintains official Facebook Page(s) to share admissions updates and educational content. We use Facebook’s Platform to publish content to our Page(s). We do not use Facebook Login on varsity.ng, and we do not collect personal data from your Facebook account through this integration. Any interaction you have with our content on Facebook (likes, comments, shares) is subject to Facebook’s own privacy policy and terms.

4. Children’s Privacy

Varsity.ng provides content aimed at prospective and current university students, many of whom may be minors under applicable law. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or guardian consent, where required by law. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without appropriate consent, please contact us using the details below, and we will take steps to remove such information.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Object to or restrict certain processing of your information
  • Request a copy of your information in a portable format
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

Nigerian users may exercise rights available under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023. Users in other jurisdictions (such as the EU/UK) may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws (such as the GDPR). To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites (such as official university admissions portals or JAMB’s website). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this page periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Varsity.ng Email: [your contact email, e.g. support@varsity.ng] Website: https://varsity.ng

This Privacy Policy is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. You may wish to have this document reviewed by a qualified legal professional familiar with Nigerian data protection law (NDPA 2023) to ensure it fully matches your specific data practices.