Effective Date: 10/01/2018
Last Updated: 10/20/2024
Address: Early Care Evolution, P.O. Box 1414, Grayson, GA 30017
Contact: support@earlycareevolution.com
Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Early Care Evolution (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and processes your personal information when you visit our website (http://www.earlycareevolution.com) and when you engage with our services. It applies to information we collect through the website and does not extend to other external sources.
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases to process your personal data (I) Processing is necessary for us to fulfill our contract with you (e.g., completing a purchase or providing access to a course). (II) When you voluntarily provide personal data (e.g., signing up for a newsletter), you consent to us processing your data. (III) We process data to provide and improve our services, as well as for marketing purposes, while ensuring this does not override your fundamental rights. (IV) Processing is necessary for compliance with legal obligations (e.g., tax laws).
Data Collection and Use
We collect personally identifiable information (PII) such as your full name, email address, shipping address, payment details, and account login credentials when you, register or enroll in a training course, make a purchase and/or sign up for our newsletters. We use that data to (I) Process and manage your order (II) Send transactional or marketing emails through our email service provider, ConvertKit, for purposes such as updates, promotions, or newsletters (III) Improve our website, services, and marketing efforts. You will be automatically added to our email list when you make a purchase, and we may send updates on your purchase or marketing information unless you opt out.
Retention of Data
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Training records and certificates will be stored for 7 years in accordance with company policy and relevant regulations. You can request the deletion of your data earlier unless we are legally required to retain it.
Data Storage and Security Measures
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption of sensitive data, secure server locations, and limited access for employees who process the data. However, no system can guarantee complete security, so you provide personal data at your own risk. In the event of a data breach that is likely to result in a high risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and relevant regulatory authorities within 72 hours, as required by law.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately at support@earlycareevolution.com, and we will take steps to delete such information.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us understand how users interact with our site, remember your preferences, and provide personalized content.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. (“Google”), to track and analyze how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information such as your IP address, browser type, referring URL, and the pages you visit on our site. This data helps us improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
Google may also use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect and process data about your behavior on our website. You can learn more about how Google collects and processes data by reviewing Google’s Privacy Policy and Google Analytics Terms of Service.
If you’re located in a region governed by the GDPR or CCPA, we will obtain your consent before using Google Analytics or other similar tracking technologies.
Facebook Pixel
We also use Facebook Pixel, which is a tracking technology that allows us to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns by understanding the actions visitors take on our website. The data collected is used for improving ad targeting and for creating custom audiences. You can learn more by reviewing Facebook’s Data Policy.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to manage and deliver various aspects of our business operations such as Stripe, Convertkit, and Zapier. Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside of your home country, and by using our services, you consent to the transfer of your data internationally, including to jurisdictions that may not offer the same level of data protection as your own. We ensure that these third-party services comply with the necessary privacy regulations, including GDPR and CCPA. For more information, you can review their privacy policies:
Changes to Data Collection and Use
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect new legal requirements, technologies, or changes in how we collect, use, or disclose data. We encourage you to check this page regularly for any updates. Your continued use of the website after changes to the policy will signify your acceptance of the updated terms
GDPR Compliance
If you are a resident of the European Union, you have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to the processing of your personal data. You also have the right to data portability. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@earlycareevolution.com.
CCPA Compliance
California residents have the right to request a report outlining what personal information we have collected, shared, and sold (we do not sell data), and the right to request the deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@earlycareevolution.com.
Opt-Out Options for Marketing Communications
When you make a purchase or engage with our services, you are automatically added to our mailing list to receive updates about your purchase and marketing communications. You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly at support@earlycareevolution.com. You will still receive transactional emails regarding your purchases or account.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data processing practices, please contact us at:
- Email: support@earlycareevolution.com
- Mailing Address: Early Care Evolution, P.O. Box 1414, Grayson, GA 30017
By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your data as described above.