EFFECTIVE DATE: January 22, 2026

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Teaching Online University (hereinafter “TOU,” “We,” or “Us”) collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User”) of the website www.teachingonlineuniversity.com (the “Site”) and all related digital products, courses, coaching programs, memberships, and other services (the “Services”). This policy applies to the Site and all Services offered by TOU. By using the Site or Services, you signify your acceptance of this policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

A. Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

We collect PII from Users in various ways when they voluntarily submit information to us, including when they visit the Site, register for a Program, subscribe to a newsletter, place an order, or submit information through our lead generation forms on third-party advertising platforms (including, but not limited to, LinkedIn, Meta/Facebook/Instagram, Google/YouTube, and X). The types of PII collected may include: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and credit card information (processed securely via third-party providers).

B. Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII)

We automatically collect non-personal identification information whenever Users interact with our Site. This information may include the browser name, computer type, IP address, and technical information about Users’ means of connection to our Site.

2. HOW WE USE COLLECTED DATA

TOU collects and uses User personal information for the following purposes:

• To Process Transactions and Deliver Services: To process payments and fulfill orders.

• To Send Periodic Emails and Marketing: To send information and updates pertaining to orders, company news, and related product or service information.

• To Send Text Messages (SMS): If a User opts-in to receive SMS, we use their phone number to provide program updates, reminders, and marketing materials related to TOU.

• To Personalize User Experience: To understand how our Users as a group utilize the Services.

3. COOKIES, PIXELS, AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our Site uses “cookies” to enhance User experience. We also use third-party services like Google Analytics, and tracking technologies from social media platforms (such as the Meta Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, and Google Tag) to track user activity and display targeted advertisements (retargeting) to you on other websites and social media platforms. Users may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent; however, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly as a result.

4. SHARING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We do not sell, trade, or rent Users’ PII to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information with our business partners and trusted affiliates.

A. SMS/Mobile Messaging Compliance (MANDATORY FOR A2P) Notwithstanding any other language in this policy, no mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

5. DATA RETENTION POLICY

We will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy, generally for the duration of your customer relationship and for a reasonable period thereafter to resolve disputes or satisfy legal requirements.

6. HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION

We adopt appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of your personal information. Sensitive data exchange between the Site and its Users happens over an SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted.

7. INTERNATIONAL USERS AND YOUR RIGHTS (GDPR/CCPA)

Users residing in the European Union (EU) or California have certain rights regarding their personal data, including the right to access, correct, delete, or limit its use. Contact us at [email protected] with the subject line “Data Rights Request.”

8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Site and Services are not intended for children under 13 years of age.

9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

TOU has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the “EFFECTIVE DATE” at the top of this page.

10. CONTACTING US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Teaching Online University Email: 

[email protected]

Mailing Address: 

PO Box 555, Medina, TN 38355