Effective Date: January 4, 2025

Last Updated: January 4, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Orion & Taurus, LLC ("we," "us," "our"), operating under the public name of ASIC Miner Academy, collects, uses, and safeguards your personal information. This policy complies with applicable laws in the United States, Canada, and the European Union, including state-specific regulations such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of personal information:

1. Contact Information:
   - Name
   - Address
   - Phone number
   - Email address
2. Payment Information:
   - Credit card details
   - Billing address
3. Student Records:
   - Enrollment history
   - Course completion status
   - Certifications earned
4. Account Credentials:
   - Username
   - Password
5. Technical Data:
   - IP address
   - Browser type
   - Device information
   - Cookies and tracking technologies (as outlined in Section 6)
6. Other Data:
   - Customer support inquiries
   - Feedback and reviews

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

- To provide and deliver our services, including training courses and access to online resources.
- To process payments and manage billing.
- To communicate updates, promotions, and other relevant information.
- To maintain and improve our platform’s functionality and security.
- To comply with legal obligations, such as record-keeping and tax requirements.
- To personalize your experience and provide tailored recommendations.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your information under the following legal bases:

For U.S. Users:
- In compliance with the CCPA and other state-specific regulations.

For Canadian Users:
- In compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

For EU Users:
- Under GDPR Article 6, we process data based on:
  - Your consent
  - Contractual necessity
  - Legal obligations
  - Legitimate interests (e.g., fraud prevention and improving services)

4. Your Rights

California Residents (CCPA):
- Know what personal data we collect and how we use it.
- Request deletion of your personal data.
- Opt out of the sale of personal data.

Canadian Residents (PIPEDA):
- Access and correct your personal information.
- Withdraw consent where applicable.

EU Residents (GDPR):
- Access, correct, and delete your personal information.
- Data portability.
- Object to or restrict processing.
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

- Service Providers: Payment processors, email marketing platforms, and hosting providers.
- Legal Authorities: To comply with legal obligations.
- Affiliates: To calculate and pay commissions and other related business activities.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, including:

- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: To improve our services.
- Advertising Cookies: To deliver tailored ads.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or consent mechanisms on our site.

7. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your data, including:

- Encryption for payment transactions.
- Secure servers and firewalls.
- Regular audits and monitoring.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for:

- Providing services.
- Complying with legal obligations.
- Resolving disputes.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. International Data Transfers

For users outside the U.S., we ensure data protection through agreements and safeguards compliant with GDPR, PIPEDA, and other applicable regulations.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be communicated via our website and take effect immediately upon posting.

12. Contact Information

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 954-459-9245