Effective date: March 17, 2026
This Privacy and Cookies Policy explains how Ivy-Academic.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit or interact with https://ivy-academic.com. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in compliance with applicable US federal and state privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), and other relevant privacy regulations.
Who We Are
Ivy-Academic.com is a platform connecting users with independent academic tutors based on subject area and task type. We act as a facilitator, offering secure communication and payment support. While we vet our tutor network, we are not responsible for the quality of the services delivered by individual freelancers.
Email: [email protected]
What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process:
- Identity data such as name and email address
- Technical data like your IP address, device type, browser, and operating system
- Usage data such as pages viewed, navigation patterns, and referral source
- Transaction data including payment confirmation via third-party providers
We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18.
How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your information to:
- Provide and manage academic consultation services
- Process secure payments and issue confirmations
- Communicate with you about orders
- Enhance our website functionality and customer experience
- Comply with legal and financial record-keeping requirements
Our lawful bases for processing include consent, contractual necessity, legitimate business interests, and compliance with legal obligations under applicable US laws.
Sharing Your Data
We may share data with service providers including:
- Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe)
- Website hosting platforms
- Email and communications services
- Marketing and analytics partners (e.g., Google Ads)
These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data and comply with relevant privacy laws.
International Transfers
We may transfer your data outside the US. In such cases, we take all necessary and robust measures to protect your information. These include implementing adequate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses and other appropriate transfer mechanisms to ensure your data remains secure and handled in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Fulfill legal, regulatory, or accounting obligations
- Resolve disputes
Inactive user data is securely deleted when no longer needed.
Your Privacy Rights Under US Law
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to certain types of processing
- Receive a copy of your data in portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (where applicable)
For California Residents: Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have additional rights including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights.
For Virginia Residents: Under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), you have rights to access, correct, delete, and obtain a copy of your personal data, as well as the right to opt out of targeted advertising and the sale of personal data.
You may exercise your rights by contacting [email protected]. If you are dissatisfied with our response, you may have the right to file a complaint with your state’s attorney general or other applicable regulatory authority.
Cookies Policy
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the site functions correctly and securely
- Analyze website usage and improve overall performance and user experience
- Remember your preferences and settings for personalized experience
- Deliver relevant advertising through trusted third-party networks, such as Google Ads
Types of cookies used:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for the basic functioning of the website and cannot be disabled.
- Performance cookies: Collect anonymous information about how visitors use the site to help us improve it.
- Functional cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering login details or language preferences.
- Targeting cookies: Used to deliver tailored advertisements based on your browsing behavior.
We only use cookies after obtaining your consent (except for essential cookies), and you have the right to manage or withdraw your consent at any time.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or directly via our on-site cookie consent tool. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or performance of the website.
Third-Party Links
Our site may include links to other websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the effective date. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
Contact Us
For questions or data-related requests, contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://ivy-academic.com