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Privacy Policy for Anya Institute

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

Anya Institute ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or participate in our services, including the certification program. By using our services or providing your personal information, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details.
  • Account Information: Username, password, and any other information necessary to administer your account.
  • Payment Information: Credit card or payment details for transactions made on our platform.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our services, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing activity.
  • Program-Related Data: Information relevant to your participation in the certification program, such as your progress, certifications earned, and other related information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: To process your enrollment, administer your account, and provide you with the products and services you requested.
  • To Communicate: To send you important updates regarding the certification program, including changes, reminders, and support-related messages.
  • To Personalize Your Experience: To improve our website and services based on user feedback and behavior.
  • For Marketing Purposes: With your consent, we may send you promotional content about our products, services, or other relevant offerings. You can opt out of these communications at any time.

3. How We Store and Protect Your Information

We are committed to ensuring that your personal information is secure. We employ a variety of security measures to safeguard your data, including encryption, access controls, and secure servers. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted service providers who help us operate our business and deliver our services. These third-party providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.

We may also disclose your personal information if required by law, in response to a legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

5. Your Rights and Choices

California Residents: Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the following rights regarding their personal information:

  • Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the personal data we have collected about you, including the categories of information, the sources of collection, the purpose for which it was collected, and the third parties with whom we have shared it.
  • Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of your personal information that we have collected.
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., if the information is needed for business purposes, legal compliance, etc.).
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale: While we do not sell your personal information, we are required to inform you that you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information if it occurs.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising your CCPA rights, such as requesting access to or deletion of your personal data.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email] or [Insert Contact Phone]. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

Other Users: You may also have the following rights, depending on your jurisdiction:

  • Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: You have the right to request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
  • Withdrawal of Consent: If you have given consent for the processing of your personal information, you may withdraw that consent at any time.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe link in any promotional email or by contacting us directly.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies allow us to collect data about your usage patterns, preferences, and browsing behavior. You can control cookie settings through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. International Transfers

If you are located outside of the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using our services, you consent to the transfer and processing of your personal information in these jurisdictions.

9. "Do Not Track" Signals

Some web browsers may transmit "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals to websites. We do not currently respond to such DNT signals.

10. 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 a new version of this Privacy Policy on our website. The updated policy will be effective as of the date posted.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Anya Institute

Email: [email protected]

Address: 1501 Lincoln Blvd., #1065, Venice, CA 90291

CCPA and CPRA Addendum

Do Not Sell My Personal Information

As of the effective date of this policy, Anya Institute does not sell your personal information. If this changes in the future, we will update this section and provide an opportunity for you to opt-out of the sale of your personal information.