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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 22, 2026

At Tangent Academy, we take your privacy seriously. This policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect your name, email, and payment info when you create an account. We also collect usage data to improve the platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to provide services, process payments, send course updates, and improve the learning experience with AI recommendations.

3. Payment Processing

Payments are processed by Stripe (PCI DSS Level 1 certified). We never store your full card number.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. We share data only with Stripe (payments), SendGrid (email), and Azure (hosting) under data protection agreements.

5. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and analytics cookies (Azure Application Insights) to understand platform usage.

6. Data Security

We use TLS/SSL encryption, Azure Key Vault for secrets, regular security audits, and role-based access controls.

7. Data Retention

We retain data while your account is active. Request deletion and we remove personal data within 30 days.

8. Your Rights

You can access, correct, or delete your data. Export course progress anytime. Opt out of marketing emails. Contact privacy@tangentacademy.com.

9. Changes

We notify you of significant changes via email. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

Questions? Contact privacy@tangentacademy.com.