Effective Date: 1 January 2026
Last Updated: 1 January 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Cursive Learning. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for an account or enroll in our programs
- Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
- Contact us with inquiries or support requests
- Participate in surveys, contests, or promotions
- Submit handwriting samples for review
- Purchase products or services from us
The personal information we collect may include:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Account credentials (username and password)
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
- Demographic information (age, location, educational background)
- Learning preferences and goals
- Communications and correspondence with our team
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- IP address and browser type
- Operating system and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website and exit pages
- Date and time stamps
- Clickstream data and navigation patterns
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
Service Delivery
- Providing access to our educational programs and resources
- Processing enrollments and managing your account
- Delivering personalized learning experiences and recommendations
- Providing customer support and responding to inquiries
- Processing payments and managing billing
Communication
- Sending important updates about your account or enrolled programs
- Delivering newsletters and educational content you have requested
- Notifying you about new programs, features, or services
- Responding to your questions and support requests
- Requesting feedback and participation in surveys
Improvement and Analytics
- Analyzing usage patterns to improve our website and services
- Conducting research to enhance educational effectiveness
- Identifying trends and measuring the success of our programs
- Developing new features and educational resources
- Optimizing user experience and website performance
Legal and Security
- Protecting against fraud and unauthorized access
- Enforcing our terms of service and policies
- Complying with legal obligations and responding to legal requests
- Protecting the rights, property, and safety of our users and organization
How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, and serving our users. These providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information and use it only for the purposes we specify. Examples include:
- Payment processors for secure transaction handling
- Email service providers for communications
- Hosting and cloud storage providers
- Analytics and performance monitoring services
- Customer support platforms
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to valid legal processes, such as subpoenas, court orders, or government requests. We may also disclose information when necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public.
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email or prominent notice on our website of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.
Consent
We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent or at your direction.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
- Secure storage of sensitive information
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication requirements
- Employee training on data protection practices
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Portability
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to receive that information in a portable format.
Correction and Update
You can request that we correct or update inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Deletion
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (such as information we are required to retain for legal compliance).
Opt-Out
You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications or by contacting us directly. Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you important service-related messages.
Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.
Children's Privacy
Our services are used by children under the age of 13 with parental consent and supervision. We take special care to protect children's privacy and comply with applicable children's privacy laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States.
We collect personal information from children only with verifiable parental consent. Parents have the right to review their child's personal information, request deletion, and refuse further collection or use of their child's information.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child without proper consent, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.
International Data Transfers
Our services are operated primarily from the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.
By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws than your country.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Factors affecting retention periods include:
- The nature of the information and purpose for which it was collected
- Legal and regulatory requirements
- Potential legal claims or disputes
- Your relationship with our organization
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date and, where appropriate, by sending you an email notification.
Your continued use of our services after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Cursive Learning
123 Education Way, Suite 456
New York, NY 10001
United States
Email: privacy@cursivelearning.com
Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
Additional Information for European Users
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- Your consent for specific processing activities
- Performance of a contract with you
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Our legitimate interests, where not overridden by your rights
Additional Rights
In addition to the rights listed above, you have the right to:
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Restrict processing in certain circumstances
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
Additional Information for California Residents
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
Right to Know
You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the sources of that information, the purposes for collection, and the categories of third parties with whom we share information.
Right to Delete
You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Opt-Out of Sale
We do not sell personal information to third parties. If our practices change, we will update this policy and provide appropriate opt-out mechanisms.
Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above. We may need to verify your identity before responding to your request.