Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

LearnByShorts ("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 www.learnbyshorts.com and use our educational services.

This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address when you contact us
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, learning progress
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
• Analytics Data: Aggregated usage statistics via Google Analytics

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Browser and device information
• IP address and location data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Website usage patterns and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

• Service Provision: Delivering educational content and tracking progress
• Communication: Responding to inquiries and providing support
• Improvement: Analyzing usage to improve our services
• Security: Protecting against fraud and abuse
• Legal Compliance: Meeting legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information
• Legitimate Interest: For service improvement and security
• Contract Performance: To provide requested services
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Google Analytics for website analytics
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal process
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale
• Consent: When you explicitly agree to sharing

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Content Security Policy (CSP) headers
• Rate limiting and abuse prevention
• Input sanitization and validation
• Regular security assessments

7. Your Rights

7.1 GDPR Rights (EU Users)

• Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Restriction: Limit processing of your data
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interest
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

7.2 CCPA Rights (California Users)

• Know: What personal information is collected and how it's used
• Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
• Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics for usage statistics
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information for:

• Contact Data: 3 years after last contact
• Usage Data: 2 years for analytics purposes
• Technical Logs: 1 year for security purposes
• Legal Requirements: As required by applicable law

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure adequate protection through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
• Other appropriate safeguards as required by law

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending email notifications for significant changes

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us:

14. Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may contact our Data Protection Officer: