1. Introduction
At OutUniversity, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our learning platform, website, and related services.
By accessing or using OutUniversity, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: When you register, purchase a course, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, payment information, and any other details you voluntarily provide.
Educational Data: Information related to your course progress, quiz scores, projects, and interactions with instructors or other students.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected through cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide, personalize, and improve your learning experience.
Process payments and manage your account.
Communicate with you about updates, offers, or support requests.
Ensure the security and integrity of our platform.
Comply with legal obligations.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (For Users in the European Economic Area)
If you are located in the EEA, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Contract Performance: To fulfill our obligations under the Terms of Service.
Consent: When you have given explicit consent (e.g., for marketing emails).
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, prevent fraud, and ensure platform security.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our platform (e.g., payment processors, hosting services), under strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of OutUniversity, our users, or others.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
Objection or Restriction: Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [Insert Email Address] .
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please see our [Cookie Policy] (if applicable).
9. International Data Transfers
As a global platform, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We take steps to ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your data remains protected.
10. Children's Privacy
OutUniversity is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete it.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.