Introduction and Scope

This Privacy Policy explains how Online School Business Guide ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects personal information when you visit onlineschoolbusinessguide.com (the "Site") or use our services. We provide resources and guidance for building and operating paid online schools, tutoring businesses, and course businesses. This policy applies to all visitors, users, and customers.

By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, automatically, and from third parties.

Information You Provide

• Account and profile data: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, password, and business details (e.g., business name, industry focus).
• Payment data: If you purchase a subscription or product, our payment processor collects your payment card details, billing address, and transaction history. We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers.
• Communications: When you contact us, we collect the content of your messages, including any attachments.
• User-generated content: If you post comments, reviews, or other content, we collect that content and associated metadata.
• Course and tutoring data: If you use our platform to create or deliver courses or tutoring services, we may collect information about your students, such as names, email addresses, and progress data, as necessary to provide the service. You are responsible for obtaining any required consents from your students or their parents/guardians.

Information Collected Automatically

• Device and usage data: We collect IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and timestamps.
• Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and pixels to recognize you and analyze usage. See "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" below.

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party services, such as payment processors, analytics providers, and advertising partners, as described in "Third-Party Services" below.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

• Provide, operate, and improve the Site and our services.
• Process transactions and send related notices (e.g., confirmations, invoices, renewal reminders).
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
• Send marketing communications (with your consent where required).
• Personalize content and recommendations.
• Monitor and analyze usage to improve our offerings.
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security, or technical issues.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our rights.

We may combine information collected through the Site with information from third parties to enhance our services.

Legal Bases for Processing (Where Applicable)

If you are located in a jurisdiction that requires a legal basis for processing (e.g., the EEA or UK), we process personal information based on: (a) performance of a contract with you; (b) legitimate interests, such as improving our services and preventing fraud; (c) consent, where required (e.g., for marketing cookies); and (d) compliance with legal obligations.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including encryption of data in transit, access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. If we become aware of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you as required by law.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
• Restriction: Request that we restrict processing of your information.
• Portability: Request a machine-readable copy of your information.
• Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing.
• Withdraw consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@onlineschoolbusinessguide.com. We will respond within the time required by applicable law. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

California Residents (CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete, the right to correct, the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information, and the right to limit use of sensitive personal information. We do not sell personal information as defined by the CPRA. To exercise CPRA rights, contact privacy@onlineschoolbusinessguide.com.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for authentication, preferences, analytics, and advertising. You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. We honor Global Privacy Control signals as required by law.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party service providers for payment processing (e.g., Stripe), analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), email delivery, and customer support. These providers access personal information only to perform services for us and are obligated not to disclose it. We may also use advertising partners who may set cookies to deliver targeted ads. We do not control third-party cookies; review their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us at privacy@onlineschoolbusinessguide.com and we will delete it.

Data Retention

We retain personal information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.

International Transfers

We are based in the United States. If you access the Site from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. where privacy laws may differ. By using the Site, you consent to such transfers.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will post the revised policy on this page and update the "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be notified via email or a prominent notice on the Site.

How to Contact Us for Privacy Inquiries

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us:

• Privacy email: privacy@onlineschoolbusinessguide.com
• Phone: +1 (512) 374-9286
• Mailing address: 701 Brazos Street, Suite 1600, Austin, TX 78701

We will respond to inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.

Last Updated: October 29, 2026