1) Who We Are

This website and related services are operated by Noahide Academy of Israel — International Institute for the Seven Universal Laws (“we”, “us”, “our”). Our mission is to provide online education in Universal Ethics & Civilization.

2) Scope

This Policy applies to information collected through our websites, course pages (including EdX-hosted content), application forms, events, and communications channels (email, messaging, webinars). It does not apply to third-party sites we link to, which have their own policies.

3) Information We Collect

• Account & Enrollment Data: name, email, phone, country, date of birth, program/track, prior education.
• Application Materials: statements of purpose, references, CVs, scholarship requests.
• Learning Activity: course enrollments, progress, quiz/assignment submissions, forum posts.
• Payments (if applicable): limited billing metadata (handled by our payment processor; we do not store full card numbers).
• Technical Data: IP address, device/browser info, pages viewed, session logs, cookies (see Cookies).
• Communications: messages sent to our support or faculty, attendance at live sessions/webinars.

4) How We Use Your Information

• Provide and improve courses, certification, and student services.
• Process applications, admissions decisions, enrollments, and scholarships.
• Personalize learning paths, monitor academic progress, and issue certificates.
• Communicate important updates, schedules, policy changes, and support responses.
• Maintain security, prevent fraud/abuse, and comply with legal obligations.
• Analyze site usage (aggregated/anonymous where possible) to improve our offerings.

Legal bases (where applicable, e.g., GDPR): performance of a contract (education services), legitimate interests (program improvement, security), legal obligations, and consent (for certain communications or analytics where required).

5) When We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with:

• Service Providers / Processors (hosting, LMS, video conferencing, analytics, payment): strictly to operate our services.
• Faculty and Academic Staff to deliver courses, evaluate work, and provide support.
• Legal or Compliance if required by law, regulation, or to protect rights and safety.
• With Your Consent for optional activities (e.g., testimonials, partnerships, additional credentials).

6) Security Measures

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the data, including encryption in transit (HTTPS), access controls, least-privilege practices, and staff training. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we continually improve our protections.

7) Data Retention

We retain personal data as long as necessary to provide services, meet legal/accounting requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

8) Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA), you may have rights to:

• Access a copy of your personal data.
• Request correction, deletion, or restriction of processing.
• Object to certain processing (including direct marketing).
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent).
• Data portability.
• File a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, email PRIVACY@YOURDOMAIN.TLD. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

9) Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site, keep you signed in, and understand usage. You can manage cookies via your browser settings. Some features may not function without essential cookies.

• Essential: required for login and course access.
• Preferences: remember settings like language.
• Analytics (if enabled): aggregated usage insights.

10) International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than your own. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., contractual clauses) to protect your data during cross-border transfers.

11) Children’s Privacy

Our programs are intended for learners aged 16+ (or local age of digital consent). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under applicable age thresholds without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child provided data to us, contact us and we will take appropriate action.

12) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will reflect the latest revision. Significant changes will be communicated via the site or email where appropriate.

13) Contact Us

For questions or requests regarding your personal data, please contact: