Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Leap into Finance

Effective Date: May 14, 2024

Leap into Finance, located at www.leapintofinance.com (“we”, “our”, or “us”), is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you access our website, use our services, or engage with any of our content, including training videos, discussion forums, and other offerings.

By using our website and services, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information when you use our website, sign up for our services, or interact with us in any way. The types of information we collect include:

Personal Identification Information:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Educational background (including recent college graduates)
Professional background (current employer, job title, etc.)
Location

Account and Usage Information:

Username and password (for members of our platform)
Information about your interactions with our training videos, forums, and other services
Payment details (if applicable, for subscription or premium services)

Device and Log Information:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Referring website and pages visited on our site
Time spent on our site
Other diagnostic data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Providing Services: To connect employers with candidates, including recent college graduates, in the finance industry, and to facilitate the use of our training videos, forums, and video interviews.
Account Management: To create, manage, and secure your user account, if applicable, and provide access to the various resources available on our platform.
Improving Content: To enhance the quality and relevance of our content, such as training materials, career path videos, certification guides, and industry practitioner interviews.
Communication: To communicate with you about your account, new services, or other updates related to Leap into Finance.
User Engagement: To enable features such as the discussion forum and allow you to interact with other candidates and professionals in the finance industry.
Marketing and Promotions: To send newsletters, updates, or promotional information about Leap into Finance services, unless you opt out of receiving such communications.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

With Employers: If you are a candidate, we may share certain information (such as your name, resume, or professional profile) with employers who are looking for candidates in the finance industry.
Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, delivering training content, and performing other functions related to our business (e.g., web hosting, email service providers).
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a legal request (such as a subpoena or court order).
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. If you choose to delete your account, we will delete your personal data from our systems, except where we are required by law to retain it.

5. Data Security

We use a variety of security measures to help protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure data storage practices. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: You can request that we correct or update your personal information.
Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal or contractual limitations.
Opt-out: You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files that are placed on your device to collect and store certain information about your visit. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.

For more information on how we use cookies, please review our [Cookie Policy] (link to cookie policy, if applicable).

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

10. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your personal information to the United States.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at [email protected].

This Privacy Policy is designed to ensure transparency and trust with our users and to comply with relevant data protection laws. Thank you for choosing Leap into Finance!