Last updated: September 26, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how alt-teachercert.org (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit our website.
1) Information We Collect
- Information you provide: When you email us or submit a form (e.g., name, email, message).
- Automatic data: Standard log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps).
- Cookies & similar tech: For basic functionality, preferences, and aggregated analytics.
- Analytics: We may use privacy-respecting analytics to understand site usage in aggregate.
2) How We Use Information
- To operate and improve the site
- To respond to inquiries
- To prevent abuse, troubleshoot, and maintain security
- To produce anonymized, aggregated insights about content performance
3) Cookies
You can refuse or delete cookies in your browser settings. Some features may not function without cookies.
4) Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with:
- Service providers (e.g., hosting, security, analytics) under confidentiality obligations
- Legal compliance if required by law or to protect our rights and users
5) Data Retention
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described here, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
6) Your Choices
- You can opt-out of non-essential cookies via your browser settings.
- You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information by emailing darrell@alt-teachercert.org.
7) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
8) Children’s Privacy
Our content is intended for adults and older students exploring certification pathways. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
9) International Visitors
If you access the site from outside the United States, you acknowledge your information may be processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.
10) Third-Party Links
Our site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review their policies before providing personal information.
11) Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will reflect the most recent changes.
12) Contact
Questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy: darrell@alt-teachercert.org