Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 29, 2025
Legal Disclaimer
The explanations and information provided in this Privacy Policy are intended solely as general information. This Privacy Policy does not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting with a qualified attorney to ensure that your Privacy Policy complies with all applicable laws and regulations based on your specific circumstances and jurisdiction.
Introduction
Welcome to OPT Global LLC ("Company," "we," "our," "us").
We are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website [https://optglobal.org] (the "Site") or engage with our services, including career coaching, online courses, legal support referrals, and housing resources.
By using our Site and services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
1.1 Information You Provide to Us:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number (optional)
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Country of origin and visa status (optional)
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University affiliation and graduation details
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LinkedIn profile, resume, or job-related documents
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Survey responses or coaching intake information
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Payment details (processed through secure third-party platforms)
1.2 Automatically Collected Data:
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IP address
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Browser type and device information
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Pages visited and time spent on site
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Referring URLs
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Cookie data and other tracking identifiers
2. How We Use Your Information
We process your data for the following purposes:
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To provide career coaching, online courses, and other services
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To send newsletters and relevant updates (with your consent)
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To personalize and improve your experience on our Site
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To manage user accounts and customer relationships
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To process payments and deliver services
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To ensure the security and performance of our services
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To comply with legal or regulatory obligations
3. Lawful Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases:
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Consent: when you sign up for our newsletter or submit forms
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Contract: when we need to provide you services you’ve requested
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Legal obligation: for compliance with tax or legal responsibilities
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Legitimate interests: such as improving our services and marketing to those who’ve shown interest
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share your information with:
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Service providers: e.g., email platforms, learning platforms, or payment processors
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Third-party partners: only when you opt in (e.g., legal or housing support providers)
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Business transfers: in the event of a merger, acquisition, or business restructuring
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Legal authorities: when required to comply with legal obligations
5. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of the United States, be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. By using our services, you consent to this transfer, in accordance with applicable laws.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:
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Access to your personal data
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Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
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Deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
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Restriction or objection to processing
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Data portability (to receive a copy of your data)
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Withdrawal of consent at any time
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Filing a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [info@optglobal.org].
You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority:
https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, or to comply with legal, regulatory, or accounting obligations. When data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and personalization.
If we are using cookies, upon your first visit, you will be asked to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also manage your cookie preferences through your browser.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your data. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, no method is 100% secure. We encourage you to take precautions to protect your personal data when online.
10. Minors' Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it immediately.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
OPT Global
📧 Email: optglobalteam@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://optglobal.org