Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 1, 2025

1. Introduction

The Lachesis Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
  • Location data (when you use location-based services)
  • Communications with us (emails, support requests)
Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website addresses
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Location Information

With your consent, we may collect precise location data to:

  • Deliver region-specific educational content

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our services
  • Improve our platform and develop new features
  • Communicate with you about our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and ensure security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third parties who assist us in:

  • Website hosting and maintenance
  • Data analysis and research
  • Communication services
  • Payment processing (if applicable)
Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes
  • Protect our rights and safety
  • Investigate fraud or security issues
  • Enforce our Terms of Service
Aggregated Data

We may share anonymized, aggregated data for research and educational purposes that cannot identify individual users.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Secure server infrastructure
  • Regular security assessments
  • Limited access to personal information
  • Employee confidentiality agreements

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze website traffic and usage
  • Provide personalized content
  • Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect functionality.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability
  • Request access to your personal information
  • Receive a copy of your data in a portable format
Correction and Deletion
  • Correct inaccurate personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
Consent and Objection
  • Withdraw consent for processing (where consent is the legal basis)
  • Object to certain types of processing
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
Restrictions
  • Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

9. International Users

If you are accessing our services from outside the United States of America, your information may be transferred to and processed in United States of America. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Sending email notifications (if you have provided an email address)
  • Displaying prominent notices on our platform

12. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Emergency-related data may be retained longer for medical and legal compliance purposes.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Lachesis Foundation
[email protected]