Privacy Policy
At https://private-internet-access-for-academic-researchers.101pl.us, your privacy is our priority. We are committed to handling your personal data responsibly and in compliance with a range of privacy regulations, including Canada’s PIPEDA, Quebec Law 25, the EU’s GDPR, Brazil’s LGPD, California’s CCPA/CPRA, Colorado’s CPA, Utah’s UCPA, Connecticut’s CTDPA, Virginia’s VCDPA, South Africa’s POPIA, and others.
Scope of Privacy Policy
This privacy policy applies to all interactions with our website, applications, services, and products at https://private-internet-access-for-academic-researchers.101pl.us. Please note that this policy does not cover third-party platforms, applications, products, or services that you may access through our platform, each of which has its own privacy policies.
Processing Activities Under This Policy
Our privacy policy governs your interactions with us when:
- You use our applications and services as an authorized user.
- You visit any of our websites that display this Privacy Statement.
- You engage with communications from us, such as newsletters, emails, calls, or text messages/SMS.
Personal Data Collection
We collect a range of personal data to provide and improve our services. This includes:
- Account information like your username, password, and contact details.
- Payment information required to process transactions.
- Financial information for invoicing and accounting purposes.
- Purchase information related to the products or services you acquire from us.
- Mobile device identifiers that help us tailor our services to your device.
- Location data where necessary for location-based services or analytics.
- Feedback you provide to help us enhance our offerings.
- Social media information if you choose to link your account with us and your social media accounts.
- Product information that allows us to support the devices and software you use.
We gather this data through various means, including user input, interactions with our services, and automated technologies like cookies. We may also receive personal data from third parties, in accordance with their privacy practices.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and for analytics purposes. These cookies are categorized into Strictly Necessary, Preference, and Analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences through our dedicated Cookie Manager.
Data Retention and Deletion
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once these purposes have been fulfilled or the required retention period has elapsed, we delete or anonymize your data in a secure manner.
Security Measures
To protect your personal data, we implement organizational safeguards and security measures. This includes the use of encrypted communication channels and collaboration with secure third-party processing services.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children in this age group. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.
Your Rights
Depending on where you are located, you may have rights related to:
- Accessing the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectifying any inaccurate personal data.
- Requesting the erasure of your personal data, when possible.
- Restricting the processing of your personal data.
- Transferring your personal data to another controller.
- Objecting to certain types of processing, such as direct marketing.
- Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
- Filing an appeal or complaint with us or relevant supervisory authorities.
- Withdrawing consent you have provided for the processing of your personal data.
To exercise any of these rights, please reach out to our privacy team.
Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Any updates will be posted on our website.
Contact Information
For any inquiries, unsubscribe requests, or data-related questions, please contact us at contact@private-internet-access-for-academic-researchers.101pl.us or via written correspondence to the address provided on our website. Your privacy and security are important to us, and we are committed to addressing any concerns you may have.