Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 03 Jan, 2026
Hanford Royal College (“we,” “our,” or “the College”) is committed to protecting the privacy, security, and confidentiality of all personal information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, enroll in a course, or interact with our services.
By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
1.1 Personal Information
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Nationality and country of residence
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Postal or physical address
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Date of birth
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Identification documents (where required for accreditation or verification)
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Payment and billing details (processed securely through third-party providers)
1.2 Academic Information
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Courses applied for or enrolled in
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Grades, coursework submissions, and academic records
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Certificates and diplomas earned
1.3 Technical & Usage Data
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IP address
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Device type and browser
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Pages viewed, time spent, and interactions within the website
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Cookies and similar tracking technologies
1.4 Optional Information
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Testimonials
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Survey feedback
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Career or employment details (for alumni services)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used strictly for educational and administrative purposes, including:
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Processing applications and student enrollment
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Managing online classes and academic progress
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Verifying student identity
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Issuance of certificates and transcripts
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Customer support and communication
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Sending important notices, updates, or newsletters
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Improving website performance and user experience
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Compliance with legal or regulatory requirements
We do not sell your information to any third party.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
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Your consent
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Performance of a contract (e.g., enrollment)
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Compliance with legal obligations
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Legitimate educational interests
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We may share data only when necessary and only with trusted parties such as:
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Accreditation and regulatory authorities
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Payment processing partners (e.g., PayPal, bank providers)
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IT service providers who support our website and systems
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Legal authorities when required by law
All partners are required to follow strict data protection rules.
5. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures to safeguard your data, including:
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SSL/HTTPS encryption
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Secure servers and firewalls
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Access control and authentication
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Regular system monitoring and updates
Despite these measures, no online system is 100% secure. We encourage users to protect their login credentials.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to:
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Provide educational services
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Maintain academic records
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Fulfill legal or accreditation obligations
Once retention periods expire, data is securely deleted.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate information
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Request deletion of your data
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Withdraw consent
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Restrict or object to certain processing
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Request a copy of your data (data portability)
Requests can be made via: registry@hanfordcollege.us
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. These may include:
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Strictly necessary cookies
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Performance and analytics cookies
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Functionality cookies
You may control or disable cookies in your browser settings.
9. Children’s Privacy
Hanford Royal College does not knowingly collect personal data from children below the legal age of consent in their country without parental authorization.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be stored or processed in countries with different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy, contact us.