This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our educational platform and services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account registration information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information and preferences
• Payment and billing information
• Course enrollment and progress data
• Communications and support interactions
• User-generated content and submissions

We also automatically collect certain information when you use our platform:

• Device information and browser type
• IP address and location data
• Usage patterns and analytics data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our educational services
• Process enrollments and payments
• Communicate with you about your account and courses
• Send you updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Analyze and improve platform functionality
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in operating our platform (payment processors, hosting providers, analytics services)
• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• In connection with a business transfer or merger
• With your explicit consent

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though this may affect platform functionality.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Object to processing of your personal data
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our support channels.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection.

10. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our platform and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our platform after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your rights regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our support channels.

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