Effective Date: June 22, 2022
Little Patriots Learning (“Little Patriots Learning,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a program of American Cornerstone Institute. We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information entrusted to us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit littlepatriotslearning.org, create an account, enroll in courses, make purchases, or otherwise interact with our services.
By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Mailing address
- Billing address
Account Information
- Username or account name
- Login credentials
- Account preferences
Educational Information
When you participate in courses or educational programs, we may collect:
- Course enrollment information
- Course progress and completion status
- Quiz scores and assessment results
- Assignment submissions
- Comments and discussion participation
Payment Information
Payments are processed through secure third-party providers. We do not store full credit card information on our servers.
Payment processors may collect:
- Name
- Billing address
- Payment information
- Transaction details
Technical Information
We may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referral sources
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Approximate geographic location derived from IP address
How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide educational services and online courses
- Process registrations and account creation
- Process payments and purchases
- Communicate regarding accounts, courses, and support requests
- Send newsletters and updates when you have opted in
- Monitor website performance and security
- Improve our website, curriculum, and services
- Prevent fraud and unauthorized access
- Comply with legal obligations
Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and user experience.
Cookies may be used to:
- Maintain login sessions
- Remember user preferences
- Improve website performance
- Analyze website traffic
- Support shopping cart and checkout functions
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics may collect information including:
- IP address
- Browser information
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Session duration
- Traffic sources
This information helps us improve our website and educational offerings.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.
Payment Processing
Payments made through our website may be processed by trusted third-party payment providers, including:
- Stripe
- PayPal
These providers collect and process payment information according to their own privacy policies and security standards.
We do not store complete credit card information on our servers.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers that assist us in operating our website and delivering services, including:
- Website hosting providers
- Learning management systems
- Email communication services
- Analytics providers
- Payment processors
Information may also be disclosed:
- To comply with legal requirements
- To respond to lawful requests from government authorities
- To protect the rights, safety, and security of our users or organization
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or transfer of organizational assets
Children’s Privacy and COPPA Compliance
Little Patriots Learning is committed to complying with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA”) and other applicable privacy laws protecting children.
When educational services involve children under the age of 13, we collect only the information reasonably necessary to provide educational services and maintain student accounts.
Information collected from children may include:
- Name or username
- Email address when required for account access
- Course enrollment information
- Educational progress and performance records
- Assignment submissions and learning activity data
We do not knowingly sell personal information collected from children.
Parents or legal guardians may:
- Request access to their child’s information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of information, subject to legal and educational recordkeeping requirements
- Request that we discontinue future collection of personal information
If you believe a child has provided personal information without appropriate authorization, please contact us immediately.
Data Security
We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
While no security system can guarantee absolute security, we continuously review and improve our security practices.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide educational services
- Maintain educational records
- Process transactions
- Meet legal and regulatory obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and applicable legal requirements.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your state of residence and applicable law, you may have the right to:
- Access personal information we maintain about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Request a portable copy of your information
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities
- Opt out of certain information sharing practices where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
California Privacy Rights
California residents may have additional rights under applicable California privacy laws, including:
- The right to know what personal information is collected
- The right to know how personal information is used and disclosed
- The right to request deletion of personal information
- The right to correct inaccurate personal information
- The right to equal treatment regardless of exercising privacy rights
Little Patriots Learning does not sell personal information.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any website they visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or operational practices.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Little Patriots Learning
A Program of American Cornerstone Institute
Website: https://littlepatriotslearning.org
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202) 349-9634