Data Privacy Policy (IBA California)
Who We Are & How to Contact Us
If you have questions or want to exercise privacy rights, email us at Info@ibacalifornia.us .
- Info@ibacalifornia.us
- +1 (310) 800-0662
- Torrance, CA 90503 (IBAC)
Business name: International Business Academy of California (IBAC)
Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
A) Information you provide
- Identifiers: full name, email, phone number
- Application/enrollment information: program interest, education details, admission/enrollment details
- Communications: messages you send through contact forms or support tickets
- Uploaded documents: CV/resume, certificates, screenshots, and other files you choose to submit
- Payment/finance info (if applicable): we may receive transaction details from payment providers (we typically do not store full card details)
B) Information collected automatically
- Device and internet activity: IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, time spent, referral URLs
- Approximate location: derived from IP address
- Cookies and similar technologies: see Section 9
Sensitive personal information:
We do not request sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for a specific service you request. If you provide sensitive information voluntarily, we will use it only for the purpose you provided it for and to meet legal requirements.
How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
- Provide and manage admissions, enrollment, and academy services
- Respond to inquiries and provide student/customer support
- Communicate updates, confirmations, and important notices
- Operate, maintain, and improve the website and user experience
- Detect, prevent, and address security issues, fraud, and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies
Legal Grounds (General)
Depending on the context, we process personal information because:
- You requested services (application/enrollment/support)
- You consented (for optional marketing or non-essential cookies where required)
- We have legitimate operational needs (site security and improvement)
- We must comply with legal obligations
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information in the traditional sense (money for data).
We may share information with:
- Service providers that help run our operations (hosting, email, analytics, IT support, form tools, ticket/support systems)
- Academic/administrative partners when needed to deliver the program or support you requested
- Payment providers (if you pay for services)
- Legal/regulatory authorities when required by law or to protect safety and rights
- Business transfers if we undergo a merger, acquisition, or restructuring
We require vendors to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.
Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as necessary for:
- admissions/enrollment administration,
- support and communications,
- legal, accounting, and compliance requirements,
- resolving disputes and enforcing agreements.
When data is no longer needed, we delete it or anonymize it where reasonably possible.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information. No system is 100% secure, but we work to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse.
International Users
If you access our site from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the U.S. or other locations where we or our service providers operate.
Cookies & Tracking
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- enable website functionality,
- remember preferences,
- measure site performance and usage,
- improve content and services.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website features.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may have the right to:
- Know / Access: request what personal information we collected, used, or shared
- Delete: request deletion of personal information (with certain exceptions)
- Correct: request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Opt-out of “sale” or “sharing” (for cross-context behavioral advertising): if applicable to our site
- Limit use/disclosure of sensitive personal information: if applicable
- Non-discrimination: you will not be treated unfairly for exercising your rights
How to submit a request:
Email Info@ibacalifornia.us with the subject: “Privacy Request – California”. We may verify your identity before completing your request.
Authorized agent:
You may use an authorized agent to submit requests. We may require proof of authorization and verification of your identity.
Do Not Sell or Share (if applicable):
If our advertising practices ever meet the legal definition of “sale” or “sharing,” we will provide a clear opt-out method on the website.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided information, contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before submitting personal information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.