Privacy Policy
Breakthrough International Bible College Open Distance eLearning values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you interact with our platform, services, and website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Address
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Academic and professional information
B. Non-Personal Information
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Usage data (e.g., time spent on the platform, pages visited)
C. Sensitive Information
In some cases, we may collect sensitive information, such as your educational records, only with your explicit consent.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
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Provide and improve our educational services.
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Facilitate course registration and manage your account.
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Communicate updates, events, and other relevant information.
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Ensure the security and integrity of our platform.
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Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
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Service Providers: Third-party companies that assist us in delivering our services (e.g., hosting providers, payment processors).
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Educational Partners: Institutions and collaborators offering courses or certifications through our platform.
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Legal Authorities: If required by law, to comply with legal processes or protect our rights and safety.
We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
4. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for:
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Fulfilling the purposes outlined in this policy.
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Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.
When your data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
5. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:
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Encryption (SSL/TLS) for data in transit.
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Secure storage systems for sensitive information.
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Access control mechanisms to limit unauthorized access.
Despite these measures, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
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Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
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Correction: Update or correct your personal information.
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Deletion: Request the deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
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Data Portability: Obtain a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
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Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze website usage. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
9. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Breakthrough International Bible College Open Distance eLearning
Email: registrar@bibu-edu.us
By using our platform, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.