Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 6, 2025
Ascend Education Consulting ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit https://www.ascendedconsulting.com (the “Site”), engage with our consulting services, or communicate with us.
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By using our Site, you agree to the practices outlined below.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal data when you:
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Contact us via our forms or email
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Subscribe to our newsletter
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Sign up for consultations or programs
This may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Educational goals and relevant background info
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Any other details you voluntarily provide
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Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, we may collect:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Pages visited and time spent
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Device type and OS
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Referring URL
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General location data (based on IP)
We use cookies and tracking technologies (e.g. Google Analytics) to analyze trends and improve user experience.
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2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
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Provide and personalize our educational consulting services
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Communicate with you about your inquiries, appointments, or interests
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Send occasional newsletters, resources, or updates (if you opt in)
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Improve the functionality and usability of our Site
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Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, or legal liability
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3. Legal Bases for Processing (If Applicable)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under these legal bases:
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Consent – when you opt in to newsletters or submit forms
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Contract – to deliver services you request
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Legitimate interests – to improve services and marketing
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Legal obligation – when compliance with laws is required
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4. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share data with:
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Service providers (e.g., web hosts, analytics tools, email platforms) who help us operate the Site and business
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Legal authorities, if required to comply with the law or protect our rights
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Business successors, in the event of a merger or restructuring
All third parties are required to maintain confidentiality and only use your data for specified purposes.
5. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies to:
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Analyze site traffic
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Remember your preferences
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Improve load speed and performance
You can set your browser to reject or delete cookies. Please note that doing so may impact your experience on our Site.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you
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Correct or update your information
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Request deletion of your data
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Object to or restrict data processing
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Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your data at any time.
8. Children’s Privacy
Ascend Education Consulting does not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, please contact us so we can remove it promptly.
9. Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your data, including:
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Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption
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Firewalls and server protections
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Limiting access to authorized personnel only
However, no online transmission is 100% secure. Please use caution when submitting personal information online.
10. Third-Party Links
Our Site may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. Please review their policies independently.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Significant changes may also be emailed to you if appropriate.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a data request, please contact us at:
Ascend Education Consulting
Email: kimberley@ascendedconsulting.com
Website: https://www.ascendedconsulting.com
