1. Introduction
CodeTheInterface ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Educational background and professional experience
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
- Course progress, assignments, and portfolio projects
- Communication records and feedback
- Career goals and job placement preferences
Automatically Collected Information
When you use our website or services, we automatically collect:
- IP address, browser type, and device information
- Website usage data and navigation patterns
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Session recordings for user experience improvement
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Educational Services: Delivering courses, tracking progress, and providing feedback
- Communication: Sending course updates, announcements, and support
- Career Support: Providing job placement assistance and networking opportunities
- Payment Processing: Managing tuition payments and financial transactions
- Website Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience
- Marketing: Sending promotional materials (with consent)
- Legal Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements and protecting rights
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in delivering our services
- Educational Partners: Collaborating institutions or companies (with consent)
- Employers: Potential employers during job placement (with your permission)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
- Encrypted data transmission and storage
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication measures
- Employee training on data protection
- Secure payment processing through certified providers
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website performance and usage
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Enable social media features
- Support advertising and marketing efforts
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request information about your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Restriction: Limit how we process your information
- Objection: Object to certain types of processing
- Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information provided below.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Canada. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers, including:
- Adequacy decisions by privacy authorities
- Standard contractual clauses
- Binding corporate rules
- Certification schemes
9. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our educational services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Support alumni networks and career services
Generally, we retain student records for 7 years after course completion and marketing data until you opt out.
10. Third-Party Services
Our website and services may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with external services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it promptly.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes through:
- Email notifications to registered users
- Prominent notices on our website
- Updates to the "Last updated" date
Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Privacy Officer: privacy@codetheinterface.com
- General Inquiries: info@codetheinterface.com
- Phone: +1 (416) 621-0912
- Mail: CodeTheInterface, 12 Tech Avenue, Suite 500, Toronto, ON M5V 2T6, Canada
We will respond to your privacy inquiries within 30 days.
14. Regulatory Compliance
This Privacy Policy complies with applicable privacy laws, including:
- Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
- Provincial privacy legislation in Canada
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU residents
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents