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Privacy Policy

Effective Date:  May 2, 2025

LearnCompass.org (“we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, participate in our programs, or interact with us online.

1. Who We Are

LearnCompass.org  operates under Trips Beyond the Classroom as a U.S.-registered 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization with operations based in Poland. We offer global educational programs connecting students and educators in real-world and virtual activities. As we operate internationally, this policy complies with applicable privacy regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant U.S. privacy standards.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, country of residence.

  • Educational Details: School affiliation, subjects of interest, student or teacher role.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, usage patterns (via cookies).

  • Communication Records: Emails, forms you submit, or messages via our contact page.

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Provide and improve our educational services.

  • Respond to inquiries and support requests.

  • Organize and manage events, courses, and workshops.

  • Send updates, newsletters, and program information (you can opt out anytime).

  • Maintain website security and analytics.

We do not sell your personal data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent (e.g., signing up for updates)

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our site and services)

  • Performance of a contract (e.g., program registration)

  • Compliance with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website or running programs (e.g., email platforms, payment processors). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.

We will disclose personal data only when legally required (e.g., to comply with U.S. or EU legal obligations).

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where data protection laws may differ. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your data is protected, including standard contractual clauses where required.

7. Your Rights

If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Correct or update inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict or object to certain data processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at: [your email address].

8. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze site usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some features may not work properly without them.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required by law.

10. Security

We use industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please check back regularly.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

LearnCompass.org
Email: benjamin@learncompass.org
Registered in the United States
Operating in Warsaw, Poland

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