Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

hedgerledge ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website hedgerledge.com and use our educational services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Register for an account or enroll in a program
• Fill out a contact form or request a demo
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Participate in surveys or feedback requests
• Communicate with us via email or other channels

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, educational institution, and any other information you choose to provide.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website or source
• Click patterns and navigation paths

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our educational services
• Process enrollments and manage your account
• Communicate with you about programs, updates, and announcements
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Improve our website, curriculum, and user experience
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our services
• Send promotional communications (with your consent)
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information about your browsing activities. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third parties who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics)
• Mentors: With assigned mentors as necessary to provide educational services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you have given us permission to share

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. 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.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a portable copy of your data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Cookie Preferences: Manage cookie settings through our consent banner

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@hedgerledge.com.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for users who are at least 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your personal information remains protected.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: