Effective Date: January 2025
At Independent Teacher Academy, a part of KoalaTeachers, LLC, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, www.independentteacheracademy.com, and use our services. By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of your information as outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information when you visit our website or use our services:
- Personal Information: When you register for an account, purchase a course, or subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and billing information.
- Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal information such as your browser type, device information, IP address, and the pages you visit on our website. This data helps us improve our website and services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and deliver our courses, digital products, and services.
- To process payments for purchases made through our website.
- To send you important updates, newsletters, and marketing materials (with your consent).
- To improve our website, user experience, and customer support.
- To communicate with you about your account, purchases, and any inquiries you may have.
3. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your user experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to remember your preferences and provide personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy.
4. Third-Party Services
We may share your information with third-party service providers for the purpose of:
- Processing payments (e.g., PayPal, Stripe)
- Delivering email newsletters (e.g., MailChimp)
- Analyzing website traffic (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Running affiliate programs
These third-party services are responsible for handling your information according to their own privacy policies. We do not control how they use your data but ensure that they comply with applicable data protection laws.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. If you no longer wish to receive marketing communications or if you would like to delete your account, you can contact us using the information below, and we will assist you with your request.
6. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use encryption protocols, secure servers, and other safeguards to protect your data. However, no method of data transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
7. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: You can request corrections to any inaccuracies in your personal data.
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to any legal or contractual obligations.
- Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing emails or unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at Jillian@IndependentTeacherAcademy.com.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Independent Teacher Academy
Email: Jillian@IndependentTeacherAcademy.com
Website: www.independentteacheracademy.com