Privacy policy

Privacy Policy | APRN WORLD®

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 9, 2025

Last Updated: June 9, 2025

At APRN WORLD®, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our learners, educators, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share your information when you engage with our services, website, or platforms.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

We collect the following data directly from you:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing/billing address
License number or professional credentials
Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)
Course enrollment and certification data

b. Automatically Collected Information

We may collect data such as:

IP address and device identifiers
Browser type and version
Operating system and referring URLs
Pages visited and time spent
Cookies and tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide course access and certification
Process secure payments
Communicate updates and promotions (with opt-out options)
Analyze and improve website functionality
Meet legal and regulatory obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For EU residents, data is processed based on:

Your consent
Contract performance
Legal obligations
Legitimate interests

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

Service providers (e.g., payment, hosting)
Regulatory or accreditation bodies
Government or legal authorities
Marketing platforms (only with your consent)

5. Data Security

APRN WORLD® uses:

SSL encryption
Secure servers
Access controls
Regular security audits

However, no method of data transmission is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

a. Under GDPR

Access or correct your data
Withdraw consent
Object or restrict processing
Data portability
File a complaint with a DPA

b. Under CCPA

Know what personal data is collected
Request deletion
Opt out of data sales (we do not sell data)
No discrimination for exercising rights

c. General Rights

Unsubscribe from emails
Contact us with privacy concerns

7. HIPAA Compliance

Although APRN WORLD® does not provide direct healthcare services, we apply strict confidentiality practices and follow HIPAA-aligned standards where applicable.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies for:

Website functionality
Analytics
Course tracking
Marketing (with consent)

EU visitors will receive a cookie consent banner as per GDPR.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed in countries outside your own. Appropriate safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are used where necessary.