Argo TEFL Abroad ("Argo TEFL," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit www.argoteflabroad.com (the "Site"), enroll in our TEFL certification courses, or otherwise interact with our services. Please read this policy carefully. By using our Site or services, you agree to the practices described herein.
 
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
We collect personal information you voluntarily submit through our Site, including:

• Contact and enrollment details: first name, last name, email address, phone number, and mailing address

• Application information: background, experience, and other details submitted through our TEFL application form

• Payment information: billing details processed through our third-party payment processors (we do not store full credit card numbers)

• Newsletter sign-up: name and email address when you subscribe to the Argo Newsletter

• Communications: messages, questions, or feedback you send us via email or the contact form

1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, certain data is collected automatically, including:

• Log data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and time spent on pages

• Cookies and similar technologies: session cookies, preference cookies, and analytics identifiers (see Section 6 below)

• Device information: device type, screen resolution, and general geographic location derived from your IP address

1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party platforms when you interact with our social media pages (Facebook, Instagram) or through referral partners such as GoAbroad.
 
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process your TEFL course application and enrollment

• To provide, manage, and improve our courses and services

• To communicate with you about your application, enrollment, course updates, and job placement assistance

• To send you newsletters, promotional materials, and educational content (with your consent, and you may opt out at any time)

• To process payments and prevent fraudulent transactions

• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support

• To analyze Site usage and improve the user experience

• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies

 
3. Legal Basis for Processing (EEA/UK Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, our legal bases for processing your personal data include:

• Performance of a contract: processing necessary to enroll you in a course or provide our services

• Legitimate interests: improving our Site, preventing fraud, and communicating with prospective students

• Consent: sending marketing communications and setting non-essential cookies

• Legal obligation: complying with applicable laws and regulations

 
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service providers: third-party companies that assist us with payment processing, email delivery, website hosting, analytics, and customer support, who are contractually bound to protect your data

• Course instructors and program staff: to facilitate your enrollment and participation in TEFL courses

• Job placement partners: with your consent, to assist you in finding teaching positions

• Legal and regulatory authorities: when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of Argo TEFL Abroad and others

• Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case your data may be transferred as part of that transaction

 
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including:

• Enrollment and course records: retained for up to seven (7) years following course completion to support certification verification and job placement

• Marketing communications: until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent

• Contact and inquiry records: for up to two (2) years after the last communication

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
 
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site is built on the Wix.com platform and uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve the Site. Types of cookies we use include:

• Essential cookies: necessary for the Site to function (e.g., session management)

• Analytics cookies: to understand how visitors interact with our Site (e.g., page views, traffic sources)

• Marketing/preference cookies: to remember your preferences and deliver relevant content

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Site functionality. For details on Wix.com's data practices, please review Wix's Privacy Policy at www.wix.com/about/privacy.
 
7. Your Privacy Rights
7.1 Colorado Residents
Under the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Colorado residents have the right to:

• Access and obtain a copy of their personal data

• Correct inaccurate personal data

• Delete personal data we hold about them

• Opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell personal data)

• Opt out of targeted advertising

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10.
7.2 EEA and UK Residents
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, or object to the processing of your personal data, and the right to data portability. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority.
7.3 All Users
Regardless of location, you may:

• Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or contacting us directly

• Request access to or deletion of your personal data

• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

 
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and to contact us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account.
 
9. International Data Transfers
Argo TEFL Abroad is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, USA. If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection rules than those in your country.
 
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal data, please contact us.
 
11. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (including social media platforms and partner organizations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
 
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site or our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
 
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Argo TEFL Abroad
Address: 110 16th St STE 1460, Denver, CO 80202
Phone: 303-514-7464
Email: info@argoteflabroad.com
Website: www.argoteflabroad.com
 
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