Your privacy is important to us at Modern GIS. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, purchase courses, or engage with our services. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: When you register for an account, purchase a course, or subscribe to our newsletter, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, and payment details.
- Usage Data: We collect information about your interaction with our site, including IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This data helps us analyze site performance and improve your user experience.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, track user preferences, and understand site usage. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Providing Services: To process your registration, purchases, and course access.
- Improving User Experience: To understand and analyze site usage, improve content, and customize user experiences.
- Communication: To send you transactional emails regarding your account or purchases and marketing emails if you have opted in.
- Security and Compliance: To protect your information from unauthorized access and comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except as necessary for the following purposes:
- Service Providers: We may share information with third-party providers for payment processing, hosting (Hostinger), and platform support (WordPress). These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to legal requests to protect our rights and comply with regulations.
4. Security of Your Information
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. Our website is hosted on Hostinger, which offers advanced security features including SSL encryption and DDoS protection. Our WordPress platform is regularly updated to address security vulnerabilities and is protected by firewall and malware detection tools. However, please note that no data transmission or storage system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Update or correct any inaccuracies in your data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data, subject to certain legal requirements.
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails by following the “unsubscribe” link in any email or adjusting your preferences in your account settings.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites, including social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are intended for individuals over the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or store information from children under 18. If we become aware of any such data, it will be promptly deleted.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with the “last updated” date. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us. We are committed to addressing any issues to ensure your privacy is protected.
Last Updated: November 2024