Buhler Christian Academy
Data Privacy Policy
Purpose
This Data Privacy Policy relates to the information we collect when you visit buhlerchristianacademy.com (websites), the BCA App from respective app stores, and other services necessary for effective operation. This notice explains how the information is processed and the choices available to you regarding the use of the information you provide.
When this notice mentions BCA or we, it refers to Buhler Christian Academy in Nampa, ID, USA.
We respect the privacy rights of our online visitors and recognize the importance of protecting the information we gather from you. We have implemented a detailed privacy policy that governs how we collect, store, and use the information you provide.
We recognize the need to protect private information and have established multiple layers of protection.
We comply with relevant legal privacy acts, such as FERPA, GLBA, and HIPAA.
Scope
This policy does not apply to any company or organization we are connected with, including those whose services are linked to BCA through online content or services (such as social media platforms and other apps). If you engage with us or gather information about us via a social network service or app, the provider of that service or app and its partners may collect, store, use, or disclose your personal information for their own purposes and according to their own policies.
This policy does not cover these third parties or their services. We are not responsible for how third parties manage the information they collect. For details on third-party privacy practices, please contact them directly.
We may update this privacy notice at any time by posting the revised version on our websites and indicating the effective date of the revised version. Your continued use of our websites and third-party applications after any such update signifies your acceptance of the changes. We will announce any significant changes to this privacy notice.
Personal information we collect
We gather personal data from you and any devices (including mobile devices) you use when you: apply for admission, are accepted as a student, enter into a contract with us, provide information on a web form, update or add to your account, engage in a community board discussion chat, or otherwise communicate with us.
Some of this personal data, like identifying information, is essential for processing your requests. Providing all other personal data is optional, but it might be necessary to use our services, such as enrolling in courses, receiving academic information like grades, diplomas, and transcripts, and obtaining payments.
We may collect the following categories of personal data you provide to us:
name
email address
postal address
phone number
billing information
survey responses
demographics
photos of you (for instance, pre-authorized marketing materials and headshots)
account settings
passwords
contact details of individuals you add to, or notify of, your relationship with us
customer-support and other requests you make
other information you provide about yourself or others or to which you grant us access via third-party platforms
We generally do not actively collect personal data considered sensitive, including but not limited to health-related information. However, certain programs may require such data to deliver their services. Information you submit to these services may disclose sensitive personal data.
Credit or debit card information may be necessary for some services. We may also receive certain categories of personal data listed above and some device information listed below (such as your name, email, browsing history, and other details) from sources other than you, like third-party websites, applications, and services.
To access certain restricted sections of our websites, you must register as a user and submit certain personally identifiable information to us. This occurs in various situations, such as when you register as a student or employee, or if you wish to receive marketing materials and information. Personally identifiable information we collect in these situations may include your full name, username, password, email address, address, phone number, institution/organization affiliation(s), and other information you provide or include in your profile.
Information provided to us from outside the United States may be transferred to the United States. By providing your information to us, you agree that your information will be transferred to and processed on servers in the United States. If you believe we have not complied with European Union laws regulating such information, you have the right to file a complaint with the appropriate supervisory authority in the European Union.
How we use your personal information
We gather, handle, and share your personal information to support our legitimate interests, operations, and duties as a private, nonprofit education academy, including but not limited to:
employment-related issues, such as those concerning job applicants, employees, and their immediate family members
student-related issues, for example, to:
register or enroll individuals
offer and manage financial aid
oversee student accounts
create and deliver educational programs
monitor academic progress
evaluate and enhance educational programs, recruitment, and regulatory reporting
conduct scientific, historical research, or statistical analysis
perform general demographic and statistical research to enhance our programs
identify suitable support services or activities, provide reasonable accommodations, enforce our policies, and adhere to applicable laws
manage relationships with alumni, benefactors, and event patrons
We may utilize your contact information to market and inform you about our programs and services. If you choose not to receive such information or communications from us anymore, please follow the unsubscribe instructions provided in the communications.
If you use our websites and services that require registration, you are responsible for keeping your account and password confidential and for limiting access to your computer. You agree to take responsibility for all activities that occur under your account credentials. BCA reserves the right to deny service, terminate accounts, and remove or modify content at its sole discretion.
Your choices about how we use your information
Upon your request, we will update, correct, or close your account. Closing your account will remove your personal information from view as soon as reasonably possible, considering your account activity and in compliance with applicable laws, while ensuring business continuity.
If you provide your information while in the European Union, you have the right to request access to a copy of your information, or to request rectification, restriction of use, or deletion of your information in accordance with applicable laws. If you have consented to the use of your information, you have the right to withdraw consent without affecting the legality of our use of the information prior to your request. Certain information, such as official transcript information, student financial-aid records, student-discipline records, and employment records, will be retained by us regardless of this right.
How we might share your personal information
We might disclose your information in the following ways:
To other users of our services with whom you engage
To other users of our services with whom you engage through your use of our services. For instance, we might share information during interactions within our systems while you are participating in a course(s).
To affiliated institution(s)/organization(s)
To institutions/organizations necessary for conducting regular business. For example, we may share information with a payment service organization.
Law Enforcement
We collaborate with government, law enforcement, and private entities to meet legal requirements. We may share your information with these parties if deemed necessary to address legal claims, protect BCA or third-party rights, ensure safety, prevent illegal activities, or comply with legal obligations.
Business Transfers
BCA might sell, transfer, or share some or all of its assets, including your personal information, in the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, asset sale, or bankruptcy. You will have the chance to opt out of such a transfer if the new entity's intended use of your information significantly differs from what is stated in this policy.
How long we keep your personal information
We generally retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the requested services or for other essential purposes, such as complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, maintaining business operations, and adhering to our policies.
Cookies and similar technologies
When you access or engage with our websites, services, applications, tools, or messaging, we or our authorized service providers might utilize cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, making it better, faster, and safer, as well as for advertising and marketing objectives.
How we protect your personal information
We implement appropriate measures to safeguard personal information by routinely evaluating the risk of misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure. These measures can be physical, electronic, or procedural. We handle personal information diligently and in compliance with this policy and relevant laws.