Privacy Policy

At Xifaro, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our German language course services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our German language courses and services to you:

1.1 Personal Information

When you register for our German language courses, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us, we may collect the following personal information:

• Full name and preferred name
• Email address and phone number
• Mailing address and billing information
• Date of birth and language proficiency level
• Educational background and learning objectives
• Payment and transaction information

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior:

• IP address and browser type
• Operating system and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

Xifaro uses the collected information for various purposes to enhance your learning experience and improve our services:

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, and providing services to you. These providers include payment processors, email service providers, and learning management system platforms. All service providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information.

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure server infrastructure with regular security updates
• Access controls limiting employee access to personal information
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Secure payment processing through PCI-DSS compliant providers

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Rights

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

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including educational resources and partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our German language courses may be available to learners of various ages. For students under 18 years of age, we require parental or guardian consent before collecting personal information. We are committed to complying with applicable children's privacy laws.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.