Privacy Policy
Last Updated: September 15, 2025
Arti & Me (“Arti & Me,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you use our website, quizzes, certificates, and related services (collectively, the “Services”). By using our Services, you agree to this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in several ways:
Information you provide directly:
- When you create an account (such as your name, email address, password, and payment information).
- When you purchase quizzes, certificates, or sponsorship packages.
- When you contact us (for support, questions, or feedback).
Information we collect automatically:
- Information about your device, browser, and general location.
- Usage information such as pages viewed, quizzes attempted, and certificates earned.
- Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 8).
Information from third parties:
- Payment processors (Stripe, Apple Pay) may provide us with confirmation of your transactions.
- Business partners who sponsor access to our Services may provide basic account or contact details for user access.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Accounts must be created and managed by an adult (18+).
2. How We Use Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and operate our Services (quizzes, certificates, sponsorships).
- Process payments and deliver digital certificates.
- Communicate with you about your account, purchases, or updates.
- Improve our Services, including new features and offerings.
- Prevent fraud, security breaches, or misuse of our Services.
- Comply with legal obligations.
We may also use aggregated or de-identified data for research, analytics, and business development.
3. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: With vendors that help us operate (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, analytics tools).
- Business sponsorships: With corporate sponsors if you access our Services under their CSR package (limited to necessary details, such as account email).
- Legal and safety reasons: When required by law, or when reasonably necessary to protect the safety, security, or rights of our users or business.
- Business transfers: If Arti & Me is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
- With your consent: If you authorize us to share data with third-party services or partners.
4. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Factors we consider:
- Whether you maintain an active account.
- Whether retention is required for legal, tax, or payment recordkeeping.
- Whether retention helps prevent fraud or abuse.
When information is no longer needed, we delete or de-identify it.
5. Your Choices & Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Accessing, updating, or correcting your information through your account settings.
- Requesting deletion of your account and associated data.
- Opting out of marketing emails by using the “unsubscribe” link in any email.
- Limiting cookies through your browser settings.
Some requests may require us to verify your identity. Certain data may need to be retained for business or legal reasons.
6. Security
We use reasonable organizational and technical safeguards to protect your personal information, including:
- Encryption during transmission (e.g., SSL/TLS).
- Secure password requirements.
- Restricted access to personal data.
However, no system is 100% secure. We encourage you to use a strong password and protect your account credentials.
7. International Users
Our Services are operated from the United States. If you access our Services from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred, stored, and processed in the U.S. By using our Services, you consent to this transfer.
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged into your account.
- Understand usage and improve performance.
- Provide analytics on how our Services are used.
You can adjust your browser to refuse cookies, but some features of the Services may not function properly.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are designed for parents and guardians to purchase quizzes and certificates for children. Accounts must be created and managed by an adult (18+). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can delete it.
10. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. If material changes are made, we will provide notice through our website or by email (if you have an account).
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]