Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Sonoma College Quiz Hub ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website sonoma-edu.xyz and use our educational quiz services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Contact information when you reach out to us (name, email address)
- Feedback and suggestions you submit
- Quiz responses and scores (stored locally on your device)
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent on site)
- IP address and general location information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Providing and improving our quiz services
- Responding to your inquiries and support requests
- Analyzing website usage to enhance user experience
- Communicating updates about our services
- Ensuring website security and preventing fraud
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect our rights and property
- With service providers who assist in website operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
5. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Quiz scores and progress are stored locally on your device and are not transmitted to our servers unless you explicitly choose to share them.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are designed for educational use and may be accessed by minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Quiz data stored locally on your device can be cleared by you at any time.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access to your personal data
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of your personal data
- Restriction of processing
- Data portability
- Objection to processing
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
12. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- General Contact: [email protected]
- Website: sonoma-edu.xyz
14. Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)
For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing personal information depends on the specific context:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent
- Legitimate Interests: For website improvement and analytics
- Legal Obligation: When required by law
- Vital Interests: To protect health and safety
Note: This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2025. By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.