Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 12, 2026
1. Introduction
DNAngels Training Center ("we," "us," or "our") is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our DNA genealogy training platform at training.dnangels.org (the "Platform").
2. Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and an encrypted password. You may optionally provide a phone number, mailing address, and profile photo.
Payment Information
Payments are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your full credit card number, CVV, or banking details on our servers. We retain your Stripe customer ID and subscription status for account management.
Usage Data
We collect information about your interactions with the Platform, including course progress, video playback analytics, exercise submissions, and badge achievements. This data helps us improve the learning experience.
Device and Browser Information
We automatically collect technical information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers for security (rate limiting, abuse prevention) and analytics purposes.
3. How We Use Your Information
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform and our training courses
- Process payments and manage subscriptions
- Send account-related communications (welcome emails, payment confirmations, course updates)
- Send marketing communications about new courses and promotions (you can opt out at any time)
- Track course progress, issue badges, and generate completion certificates
- Monitor Platform security and prevent abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Stripe (payments), Google (analytics, email), Amazon Web Services (video hosting and delivery), Zoom (live class sessions), and Neon (database hosting)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
- Safety: To protect the rights, safety, or property of DNAngels, our users, or the public
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted passwords (bcrypt hashing), HTTPS encryption for all data in transit, Content Security Policy headers, rate limiting on authentication endpoints, and secure session management. While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.
6. Your Rights and Choices
- Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Correction: You may update or correct your account information at any time through your dashboard
- Deletion: You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us
- Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in any email or by updating your email preferences
- Data Portability: You may request an export of your data in a portable format
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We use Google Analytics (with anonymized IP addresses) to understand how users interact with the Platform. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect Platform functionality.
8. Children's Privacy
The Platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion of personal information, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us: