Privacy Policy for ReviewCourses.online (Course Reviews Site)

Welcome to [ReviewCourses.online] (“we”, “us”, “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website.

If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the website.

1) Who we are (Data Controller)

2) Information we collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Information you provide to us

  • Contact details (e.g., name, email) when you contact us or subscribe to a newsletter.

  • Message content you send via forms or email.

  • Comments you leave (if enabled), including the data shown in the comments form.

B. Information collected automatically

When you browse the website, we (and our service providers) may automatically collect:

  • Device & usage data (pages viewed, time on site, clickstream).

  • Approximate location (country/region inferred from IP).

  • Identifiers & cookies (cookie IDs, advertising IDs where applicable).

  • Log data (IP address, browser type, referrer URL, timestamps).

3) How we use your information

We use information to:

  • Provide and improve website content (course reviews, comparisons, updates).

  • Respond to inquiries and provide support.

  • Send newsletters/updates (only if you opt in; you can unsubscribe anytime).

  • Analyze website performance and user behavior.

  • Protect the website (security, fraud prevention, spam detection).

  • Comply with legal obligations.

4) Legal bases (UK GDPR / GDPR)

Where UK GDPR/GDPR applies, we process personal data based on:

  • Consent (e.g., newsletter signup; non-essential cookies where required).

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving content, basic analytics, securing the site).

  • Contract (e.g., if we provide something you request).

  • Legal obligation (e.g., compliance requests).

5) Cookies & tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Essential cookies: make the site work (security, load balancing, preferences).

  • Analytics cookies: understand site usage (e.g., Google Analytics).

  • Affiliate tracking cookies: track referrals so we may earn a commission.

  • Advertising cookies (if used): measure and personalize ads.

Managing cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings and (where implemented) our cookie banner/consent tool.

Google Analytics disclosure (if used)

If we use Google Analytics, Google may collect information through cookies and process usage data. Google requires site owners to disclose the use of Google Analytics and how it collects/processes data.

Google also provides information about how it uses data from sites that use its services. You can link to it here (add this link to your Privacy Policy page or cookie banner):

 
https://www.google.com/policies/privacy/partners/
 

6) Affiliate links & sponsored content

Some pages may contain affiliate links. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate partners may use cookies or tracking parameters to attribute the referral.

We aim to keep reviews honest and based on our editorial approach, but you should always do your own research before purchasing.

7) Who we share information with

We may share information with:

  • Service providers who help run the site (hosting, email delivery, analytics, security).

  • Affiliate networks/partners for referral tracking.

  • Legal authorities if required by law or to protect rights/safety.

We do not sell your personal information in the traditional sense. (If you are a California resident, see Section 12.)

8) Data retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Contact emails/messages: typically [e.g., 12–24 months] unless needed longer for legal reasons.

  • Analytics data: according to our analytics settings (often [e.g., 14 months] or similar).

  • Comments: until you delete them or we remove them.

9) International data transfers

Your information may be processed outside your country (e.g., by hosting/analytics providers). Where required, we use appropriate safeguards for international transfers (such as contractual protections).

10) Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect your data, but no website can guarantee 100% security. Please use the site at your own risk.

11) Your rights (UK/EU)

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Delete your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., ICO in the UK)

To exercise rights, contact us at: [[email protected]]

12) California privacy rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you may have rights such as:

  • Know what personal information is collected and why

  • Request deletion

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Opt out of “sale” or “sharing” (as defined by California law) where applicable

California also requires “notice at collection” explaining categories collected and purposes at or before collection. This Privacy Policy is intended to support that transparency.

To submit a request: [[email protected]] (Subject: “California Privacy Request”).

13) Children’s privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 where applicable). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

14) Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a revised “Last updated” date.