At AddNewDrive, we value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy while delivering an exceptional educational experience. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and manage data related to your interactions with our platform. Please read this document carefully to understand how we handle your information and the choices you have regarding tracking technologies.
To provide a seamless and personalized educational experience, AddNewDrive employs various tracking technologies. These technologies help us ensure the platform functions smoothly, delivers relevant content, and continually improves based on user feedback. Understanding these tools can help you make informed decisions about your privacy preferences.
Some tracking tools are essential for the platform to work as intended. For example, session cookies enable you to stay logged in as you navigate between lessons, and security measures rely on these tools to prevent unauthorized access. Without them, basic functionalities like accessing course content or saving progress would not be possible.
Performance tracking tools help us measure how well our platform serves you. For instance, analytics tools monitor load times, identify bottlenecks, and track user engagement with specific features. This data allows us to ensure videos play without buffering and that quizzes load quickly, creating a better learning environment.
Functional tracking technologies store your preferences, such as preferred language or dark mode settings. These tools enhance your experience by remembering how you like to use the platform. For example, if you set your dashboard to show progress charts, functional tracking ensures this appears every time you log in.
To personalize your AddNewDrive experience, we use customization tracking. This technology tailors course recommendations based on your learning history and interests. For example, if you're excelling in a particular subject, we might suggest advanced courses or supplementary materials that align with your goals.
Each type of tracking technology serves a specific purpose, but they also work together to create a cohesive learning experience. Necessary tools ensure functionality, performance tools optimize the platform, functional tools enhance usability, and customization tools provide personalized content. Together, they form a harmonious system designed to support your educational journey.
We believe in giving you control over how your data is collected and used. AddNewDrive provides several ways for you to manage your preferences, ensuring your privacy choices align with your needs.
You have the right to limit or restrict tracking on our platform. Laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) empower you to make these decisions. Whether you're concerned about privacy or just curious about your options, we've got you covered.
Most browsers allow you to manage cookies and tracking scripts directly. For example, in Google Chrome, you can navigate to "Settings" > "Privacy and Security" > "Cookies and other site data." Similarly, Firefox users can go to "Settings" > "Privacy & Security" > "Cookies and Site Data." Each browser has its own steps, so consult your browser's help section for detailed guidance.
AddNewDrive offers an intuitive preference center where you can customize your tracking settings. This tool allows you to enable or disable categories like functional or performance tracking. Simply visit the "Privacy Settings" section in your account dashboard to make changes.
Disabling certain types of tracking may affect your experience. For instance, turning off functional tracking could mean resetting your language preference every time you log in. Similarly, disabling performance tracking might result in slower page loads or less accurate troubleshooting for technical issues.
There are independent tools designed to help you manage online tracking. For example, browser extensions like Privacy Badger or Ghostery can block trackers across websites. These tools are particularly useful for users who want an additional layer of control beyond what the platform provides.
Finding the right balance between privacy and functionality can be challenging. While restricting tracking enhances privacy, it may limit some features that make online education convenient and effective. Consider your learning goals and choose settings that support both your privacy and educational needs.
To ensure transparency, we want to share additional details about how AddNewDrive processes your data. These supplementary terms provide deeper insights into our practices.
We retain user data only as long as necessary for its intended purpose. For instance, account information is stored as long as your account is active, while browsing data may only be kept for a few months. Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted.
Your data's security is a top priority. We employ safeguards like encryption, secure servers, and regular audits to protect your information from unauthorized access. For example, all sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
We are committed to collecting only what is necessary. For example, when signing up, we ask for your email address to create your account but avoid requesting unnecessary personal details. This approach reduces the risks associated with data breaches.
AddNewDrive complies with relevant laws, including GDPR and CCPA, which govern data collection and processing. These regulations require us to provide transparency, obtain consent, and allow users to exercise their rights with ease.
Some features, like personalized course recommendations, use automated decision-making. While these tools enhance your experience, you have the right to request human oversight or challenge decisions made by algorithms.
Beyond standard tracking technologies, AddNewDrive employs additional tools to optimize your experience. Here's a closer look at these methods.
Web beacons and tracking pixels are small, transparent images embedded in emails or web pages. These tools help us understand how you interact with certain features, such as whether you've opened an email about a new course offering or clicked a link.
Device recognition technology identifies unique attributes of your device, such as browser type or screen resolution. This information helps us ensure compatibility and optimize content for your specific setup.
We use local and session storage to temporarily store data like quiz progress or video playback settings. For example, if you're interrupted during a lesson, local storage ensures you can pick up right where you left off.
Server-side tracking methods allow us to process data directly on our servers. These techniques are used for tasks like load balancing and ensuring secure connections, which enhance both performance and security.
You can manage these tools through your browser settings or AddNewDrive's privacy center. For example, clearing your browser cache will remove local storage data, while disabling images in emails may deactivate tracking pixels.
We periodically review and update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Here's how we handle revisions and keep you informed.
Our team reviews this policy at least annually or whenever significant changes occur, such as new legal requirements or updates to our platform's functionality. This ensures the document remains accurate and relevant.
When updates are made, we notify users through prominent announcements on the platform and, when appropriate, via email. Notifications are typically sent at least 30 days before changes take effect.
You can access previous versions of this policy in the "Privacy Policy Archive" section of your account settings. This feature allows you to compare changes and understand how our practices evolve over time.
All changes to this policy take effect on the date specified in the update announcement. We ensure a reasonable timeframe so you have an opportunity to review and adjust your preferences as needed.