Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 15, 2025

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At ParisBridge Academy, we deeply respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information about you when you visit our website or use our services.

We believe in transparency and want you to understand what data we collect, why we collect it, and how you can manage your information. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with our website or services, you may provide us with personal information, including:

• Contact information such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Account information when you register for courses or create an account
• Communication preferences and language learning goals
• Messages you send through contact forms or email correspondence
• Payment information for course enrollment (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information:

• Device information including IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and navigation paths
• Referral sources and search terms that led you to our website
• Cookie data and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy for details)

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources:

• Analytics providers that help us understand website usage patterns
• Advertising platforms that may share information about ad interactions
• Social media platforms if you interact with our social media presence

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Providing and Improving Our Services

• Delivering French language courses and educational services
• Processing course enrollments and managing student accounts
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our website and course offerings
• Conducting research to enhance our teaching methodology

Communication

• Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
• Sending course updates, schedules, and educational materials
• Delivering marketing communications about our courses and services (with your consent)
• Sending administrative notices and important policy updates

Legal and Security Purposes

• Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• Protecting against fraud, security threats, and illegal activities
• Enforcing our terms of service and protecting our legal rights
• Resolving disputes and addressing safety concerns

How We Protect Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it:

Encryption: We use secure SSL/TLS encryption to protect data transmitted between your browser and our servers.
Access Controls: We limit access to personal information to authorized personnel who need it to perform their job functions.
Secure Storage: Personal data is stored on secure servers with regular security audits and monitoring.
Data Retention: We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
Breach Notification: In the unlikely event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by law.

Your Privacy Rights

You have important rights regarding your personal information. Depending on your location, these may include:

Right to Access

You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you and information about how we process it.

Right to Rectification

You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information about you.

Right to Erasure

You can request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances, such as when it's no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

Right to Data Portability

You can request that we transfer your personal information to another service provider in a commonly used, machine-readable format.

Right to Object

You can object to certain types of processing of your personal information, including processing for direct marketing purposes.

Right to Restrict Processing

You can request that we limit the processing of your personal information in certain situations.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.

Your Rights and Opt-Out Instructions

You are not required to provide any personal information when using this website. If you prefer not to share your data, you may:

Avoid filling out contact forms, account registrations, or any data-submitting features
Disable cookies through your browser settings (see our Cookie Policy for more details)
Contact us directly to request the deletion of any previously shared personal data

We respect your privacy choices. If you would like us to delete your data, please reach out to us at the contact details provided below. We will process your request promptly.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with third parties only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party companies that help us operate our website and deliver our services, such as hosting providers, email services, and payment processors. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information with other parties when you have given us explicit permission to do so.

Children's Privacy

Our services are designed for adult learners. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18 without parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will take appropriate steps to delete that information.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Japan. When we transfer personal information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email. The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was most recently revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us. We're committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and transparently.