privacy policy

Comprehensive Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Folk High School collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information in compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.

1. Data Controller and Contact Information

Folk High School
Email: info@folkhighschool.org
Phone: +1 555 123 4567
Address: 123 Learning Lane, Open Community, Cityville, State, 12345, Country

2. What Data We Collect

• Personal details such as name, email address, phone number, and date of birth
• Information provided through forms, applications, and correspondence
• Device and browser information, IP address, and usage data
• Preferences related to courses, newsletters, and communications

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3. How We Collect Data

• Directly from you when you fill out forms or communicate with us
• Automatically through cookies, website analytics, and server logs
• Through third-party services we use for communication and administration

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4. Legal Basis for Processing

• Your explicit consent for newsletters and marketing communications
• Performance of a contract, e.g., enrollment or participation in courses
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Our legitimate interests, such as improving services and ensuring security

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5. How We Use Your Data

• To provide educational services and communicate important information
• To send newsletters, updates, and marketing materials with your consent
• To improve our website, courses, and user experience
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• To maintain a safe and secure environment for all community members

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6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Data Sharing and Processors

• We do not sell or rent your data to third parties.
• We share data with trusted service providers (e.g., email, hosting, analytics) who process data on our behalf under strict agreements.
• Your data may be stored and processed outside your country, subject to appropriate safeguards.

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8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and maintain proper safeguards.

9. Data Security

• We implement technical and organizational measures such as encryption and access controls to protect your data.
• Only authorized personnel have access to personal information.
• In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals and authorities as required by law.

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10. Your Rights

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion or restriction of processing
• Object to certain processing activities
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

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11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with data, please contact us immediately for removal.

12. Marketing Communications

• We only send marketing emails with your explicit consent.
• Each marketing email includes an easy way to unsubscribe.
• We keep records of your consent and promptly process unsubscribe requests.

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13. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and support website functionality. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.

14. Data Breach Notification

If a data breach affecting your personal data occurs, we will notify you and the relevant authorities as required by law without undue delay.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will be posted on our website. Significant changes will be communicated via email or website notice.

16. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Email: info@folkhighschool.org
Phone: +1 555 123 4567
Folk High School
123 Learning Lane, Open Community, Cityville, State, 12345, Country