Privacy
OUR DEDICATION TO PROTECTING YOUR PRIVACY
The School Lead respects your privacy. We gather specific information about our users and believe it’s essential for you to comprehend the terms and conditions governing the collection and utilization of this information. Further details on how we handle collected data can be found in our Terms of Use.
This privacy statement elucidates the information we collect and the manner in which we employ it.
DATA COLLECTION AND TRACKING PROCEDURES
The School Lead collects two types of information from individuals:
Voluntary Submissions: We gather information provided voluntarily by individuals engaging with The School Lead through various means. This includes voluntary form submissions on TheSchoolLead.com to receive our electronic newsletters and other publications, participate in webinars and events, inquire about or join professional development courses, take part in research surveys or polls, and share information through written inquiries, requests, or drawing entry forms.
Tracking Information: The School Lead gathers data by tracking visitor behaviour and interactions with our website and digital communications. This information enables us to understand our readers’ interests better, tailor our content accordingly, and assist our advertisers and sponsors in comprehending our audience’s interests, behaviour, and demographics.
Rest assured, The School Lead never discloses any individual user’s information to third parties unless compelled by the force of law.
Optional Voluntary Information
The School Lead provides an array of information and resources to our customers and website visitors, some of which require the voluntary submission of personal details:
Newsletters, Alerts, and Podcasts, Publications: We offer complimentary electronic newsletters and publications to our users. The School Lead collects the email addresses of users who voluntarily subscribe and offers options in each message to modify individual subscription preferences or unsubscribe from further communications. Subscribers can specify preferred topics and types of communications, allowing us to deliver content tailored to their interests. Topic preferences may be adjusted based on engagement to ensure relevance. Users can manage their subscription preferences and change them at any time using the links in email communications and on the website. Subscribers have complete control over their Training Industry email communications and can unsubscribe anytime via the provided links.
Surveys: The School Lead may invite our subscribers to participate in surveys. The aggregated information from these research surveys may be published and/or shared with sponsoring companies. However, The School Lead will never share personally identifiable information or details about specific individuals with any third party.
Virtual-Facilitator-Led-Classes: The School Lead offers a comprehensive calendar of virtual facilitator-led classes connecting attendees with industry thought leaders and best practices. By registering for a Virtual-Facilitator-Led-Class, professionals’ consent to receive marketing messages from The School Lead about these classes, publications, and services supporting training professionals. Information provided by class registrants may be shared with sponsors to enhance educational opportunities and knowledge transfer for training professionals.
CHILDREN
The School Lead strictly prohibits minors under the age of 16 years from using our website, aligning with the regulations outlined in the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the United States Children’s Online Privacy Act of 1998 (COPPA). We will never request personal information from minors without parental consent.
USAGE TRACKING
The School Lead monitors user traffic patterns across all our websites, including general usage statistics and details such as a user’s originating IP address, browser type, and other session-related information. This includes the URL of The School Lead web pages visited and the duration spent on each page. Furthermore, any information entered into our site search may be stored and organized. We utilize this data to enhance our services and improve user experience.
COOKIES
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies. We employ browser cookies at The School Lead to understand your interactions with our site(s). Although these files don’t contain personal information, they enable us to comprehend your site usage and connect it with other information you’ve provided.
The School Lead utilizes cookies to monitor user navigation, such as remembering language preferences or selected currency for a purchase. They also assist in tracking advertising impressions and click rates and support remarketing efforts (display ads served on third-party websites by vendors like Google). This information helps us enhance your experience during your subsequent visits and ensures smoother site usage.
You have the choice to decline cookies by disabling them in your browser settings. If your browser is set to notify you before accepting cookies, you will receive a warning message with each cookie. While cookies are not mandatory for using our site, enabling them ensures access to all site features. By continuing to use our site(s), you agree to our cookie policy and its implementation.
USE OF INFORMATION
The School Lead utilizes voluntarily provided information from our users to enhance their experience on our sites. This data enables us to offer interactive or personalized elements and tailor future content based on their interests.
As mentioned earlier, the information users provide allows us to send electronic newsletters, and enable participation in polls, surveys, forums, and events. We send newsletters to subscribers on a regular schedule and occasionally share special editions tailored to their interests.
We utilize tracking information to identify popular and less popular areas of our sites based on traffic, helping us improve our service. Search terms entered in the search function also guide us in understanding user interests.
Third-party advertising companies are used to display ads on our website. These companies do not have access to individuals’ personal information but may use data about website visits to provide relevant advertisements. Users have the option to opt out of this practice.
The School Lead generates aggregate reports on user demographics and traffic patterns for advertisers, sponsors, and partners. These reports aid advertisers in more effective advertising and allow users to receive relevant ads. Individual usage patterns are not disclosed to advertisers, ensuring user privacy.
SHARING OF INFORMATION
The School Lead uses the provided information to customize content and help advertisers comprehend our audience. This process is vital to maintaining our free service.
When users share contact details with The School Lead to access sponsored content, their information is shared with the respective third-party or sponsor company only with their prior consent. Users can choose not to consent by refraining from completing or submitting the form.
We do not share individual user information with unrelated third parties unless required by applicable law, valid legal processes, or to ensure the safety of our users and the public. Your privacy and security are our utmost priority.
SECURITY
The School Lead operates secure data networks protected by industry-standard firewall and password protection systems. Our security and privacy policies undergo regular reviews and enhancements as needed. Only authorized individuals have access to the information provided by our customers, ensuring their confidentiality and security.
OPT-OUT POLICY
Your use of The School Lead site(s) is entirely voluntary, as is your decision regarding the information you choose to share with The School Lead.
If you wish to opt out of our email newsletters, you can do so at any time. Unsubscribe information is included in every email we send.
YOUR CONSENT
By using this site, you consent to the collection and use of your information by The School Lead. This Privacy Policy is periodically updated, and the current policy will always be posted on our site. This ensures you are aware of what information we collect, how we use it, and the circumstances under which we disclose it.
FOR INDIVIDUALS LOCATED IN THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA OR WHO ARE SUBJECT TO THE EUROPEAN UNION GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION
The following terms apply to you if you are situated in the European Economic Area or are subject to the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using this site, you provide affirmative consent that you have read, understand, and agree with The School Lead Privacy Policy and Terms of Use (“terms”). Further, you acknowledge that if you do not consent to, understand, and agree with these terms, you are not authorized to continue using our site(s).
The School Lead acts as a data controller as defined by the GDPR. In the normal course of our business, your personal data may be shared with third-party data processors, without which our service(s) would not be possible. To access the current list of third-party data processors, click here.
Although the UK has withdrawn from the EU, there is a transition period until the end of 2020 to negotiate a new relationship with the EU. During this transition period, the GDPR will continue to apply in the UK.
Legal Basis For Processing
The School Lead processes personal data with the clear and affirmative consent of the individual, as provided. We prompt for such consent at all data-gathering points. To avoid ambiguity, no user is permitted to use The School Lead website(s) or resources without providing affirmative consent and understanding of our published Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Individuals who do not understand and consent to these terms must refrain from using our site(s).
Data Breach Reporting
The School Lead will promptly notify affected users and appropriate supervisory authorities of any data breach within data structures directly controlled by us, or as reported by any third-party data processors, in accordance with Articles 33 and 34 of the GDPR.
Data Protection Officer
The School Lead’s Data Protection Officer can be contacted via email at info@theschoollead.com.ng.
Data Access and Erasure
Data subjects have the right to request a report of their personal data in our database(s) and request erasure under certain circumstances. All requests must be verifiably submitted by the individual seeking access or erasure of their data. Erasure is subject to limitations, including legal requirements or rights to preserve the data. Upon receiving a request, The School Lead will comply as fully as possible. In cases of erasure, associated non-personal data may be anonymized.
Data Rectification
The School Lead will promptly rectify inaccuracies in personal data brought to the attention of our Data Protection Officer by the subject individual.
Automated Decision-Making
The School Lead employs automated processes to align user content with their interests. This automated decision-making does not have a legal or otherwise significant effect on individual data subjects and is not legally significant for the purposes of the GDPR. The School Lead does not engage in fully automated decision-making with such effects.
Data Protection and Security
The School Lead operates secure data networks protected by industry-standard firewall and password protection systems. Our security and privacy policies are regularly reviewed and enhanced as necessary. Only authorized individuals have access to customer information. Our website(s) use HTTPS data encryption to ensure secure data transmission.
FOR INDIVIDUALS LOCATED IN BRAZIL OR SUBJECT TO GENERAL LAW FOR THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA (LGPD)
The following terms apply to you if you are located in Brazil or are subject to the General Law for the Protection of Personal Data (LGPD). By using this site, you provide affirmative consent that you have read, understand, and agree with The School Lead Privacy Policy and Terms of Use (“terms”). Furthermore, you acknowledge that if you do not consent to, understand, and agree with these terms, you are not authorized to continue using our site(s).
The School Lead acts as a data controller as defined by LGPD. In our regular business operations, personal data may be shared with third-party data processors, without which our service(s) would not be possible. To access the current list of third-party data processors, click here.
CALIFORNIA’S CONSUMER PRIVACY ACT
The School Lead has taken measures to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act concerning the gathering and exchange of personal data in the B2B context. Residents of California consent to the use of their personal information by The School Lead for internal marketing purposes. This information may also be shared with sponsors and exhibitors who may contact you regarding special offers, products, and services related to your role within your company. You have the right to opt-out of this use of your personal information, which can be exercised at any time through your contact preference center in the footer of marketing emails you receive from us.
CANADA’S ANTI-SPAM LEGISLATION
The School Lead has taken all reasonable steps to comply with Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation. We only email contacts with whom we have had a business relationship within the last 2 years, individuals who may have inquired about an event in the last 6 months, opted in to receive our communication, or where the message is relevant to the person’s business role.