The Smile Academy Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy outlines The Smile Academy ("we", "our" or "the Company") practices with respect to information collected from users who access our website at https://www.smileacademybayarea.com ("Site"), or otherwise share personal information with us (collectively: "Users").

Grounds for Data Collection

Processing of your personal information (meaning, any information which may potentially allow your identification with reasonable means; hereinafter "Personal Information") is necessary for the performance of our contractual obligations towards you, providing you with our services, protecting our legitimate interests, and ensuring compliance with legal and financial regulatory obligations.

When you use the Site, you consent to the collection, storage, use, disclosure, and other uses of your Personal Information as described in this Privacy Policy.

We encourage our Users to carefully read the Privacy Policy and use it to make informed decisions.

What Information We Collect

We collect two types of data from Users:

1. Non-personal Information: Unidentified and non-identifiable information pertaining to a User, collected via your use of the Site (e.g., aggregated usage information, device information such as browser type and operating system). This is collected to enhance the functionality of our Site.
2. Personal Information: Identifiable information such as:

• Device Information: IP address, geolocation data, unique identifiers.
• Registration Information: Full name, email or physical address, etc.

How Do We Receive Information About You?

We receive your Personal Information from:

• Voluntary registration on our Site.
• Your use of or access to our Site.
• Third-party providers (e.g., traffic analytics vendors).

What Information We Collect

We do not rent, sell, or share Users' information with third parties, except as described in this Privacy Policy.

We may use the information for:

• Communicating with you regarding our services.
• Marketing our websites and products.
• Conducting analytics to improve the Site.
• Sharing Personal Information with trusted third-party providers for purposes like hosting, marketing, and analytics.

We may also disclose Personal Information when required by law or for legitimate interests such as preventing fraud or ensuring security.

User Rights

You may request to:

• Access your Personal Information.
• Receive a copy of the data you provided.
• Request rectification or erasure of your Personal Information.
• Object to or restrict processing.

For requests, please contact us at info@smileacademybayarea.com.

Retention

We retain your Personal Information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Retention periods will vary depending on the type of information and its purpose.

Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies include session cookies, persistent cookies, and third-party cookies. You can manage cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may limit your online experience.

We also use Google Analytics to collect information about your use of the Site, which helps us improve our services.

Third-Party Collection of Information

Our policy only covers the data we collect. We are not responsible for information shared with third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

How Do We Safeguard Your Information?

We implement industry-standard procedures to protect the information collected on our Site. However, we cannot guarantee absolute protection from unauthorized access.

Transfer of Data Outside the EEA

Some data recipients may be outside the EEA. We will ensure adequate data protection for such transfers.

Advertisements

We may use third-party advertising technology to serve ads based on your activity on the Site. You can opt out of many third-party ad networks by visiting Network Advertising Initiative and Digital Advertising Alliance.

Marketing

We may use your Personal Information for marketing purposes. You can opt-out of these communications by following unsubscribe instructions in our emails.

Corporate Transactions

In the event of a corporate transaction (e.g., sale or merger), your data will be transferred to the acquiring company under the same terms.

Minors

Our Site is not intended for children, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Information from minors. Parents or guardians should contact us if they believe their child has provided us with Personal Information.

Updates or Amendments to This Privacy Policy

We may amend this Privacy Policy periodically. Material changes will be effective immediately upon updating. Your continued use of the Site indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.

How to Contact Us

If you have questions about the Site or this Privacy Policy, contact us at info@smileacademybayarea.com.