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Privacy Policy

Your privacy and data security are fundamental to our mission.

Last updated: November 8, 2025


1. Data Controller Information

The data controller responsible for your personal information is:

Organization: IQ2LT International Secretariat
Global Quality Network for Learning & Teaching

Address:
1111B S Governors Ave STE 28314
Dover, Delaware 19904, United States

Data Protection Contact: legal@iq2lt-edu.org

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you apply for accreditation, request information, subscribe to our communications, or contact us. This may include your name, professional title, contact details, and institutional information. We also automatically collect technical data like IP addresses and browsing activity to improve our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to process accreditation applications, communicate with you, improve our services, ensure security, and comply with legal obligations. Our legal basis for processing is typically contractual necessity (for accreditation services) or legitimate interest (for improving our services).

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., hosting providers), educational partners for quality assurance purposes, or when required by law. All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data.

5. International Data Transfers

As an international organization, your data may be transferred to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and use appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

6. Data Security and Retention

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to protect your data. We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law (e.g., accreditation records are kept for a minimum of 10 years).

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal information. You also have the right to withdraw consent and opt-out of marketing communications. To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at legal@iq2lt-edu.org.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.