This Privacy Policy was last updated on June 12, 2025.
1. Introduction
Purpose of this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy outlines how Bronze Star Academy collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you visit or use this website. It is designed to help you understand what data we collect, why we collect it, how it is used, and what choices you have.
Scope of application
This policy applies to all users and visitors of this website. It governs data collection and usage practices related to both interactive features and passive data collection.
Commitment to privacy and lawful practices
Bronze Star Academy is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with applicable laws, including U.S. federal data protection requirements and industry best practices.
2. Definitions
Personal Information
Information that identifies, relates to, describes, or is capable of being associated with a particular individual. Examples include your name, email address, phone number, or mailing address.
Non-Personal Information
Data that does not, on its own, permit direct association with any specific individual. Examples include anonymous usage data, general demographic information, or aggregated data.
Sensitive Personal Information
Personal information that includes details such as racial or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, union membership, genetic data, biometric data, health information, or precise geolocation data.
Processing
Any operation or set of operations performed on personal data, whether or not by automated means. This includes collection, recording, organization, structuring, storage, alteration, retrieval, use, disclosure, and deletion.
Data Controller vs. Data Processor
A Data Controller determines the purposes and means of processing personal data. A Data Processor processes data on behalf of the Data Controller under a contract or legal obligation.
Third-Party Services
External platforms or providers used by Bronze Star Academy to deliver services, manage analytics, handle payments, or facilitate communication.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Technologies that collect information about your activity on the website, such as browser cookies, tracking pixels, and embedded scripts.
3. Information We Collect
Personal information
We collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us through forms, registration, or communication. This includes your name, email address, phone number, and other similar identifiers.
Automatically collected data
We may automatically collect certain technical information about your device and browsing behavior. This includes your IP address, browser type, device type, screen resolution, operating system, and referring URLs.
Usage data
Our systems collect behavioral data about how you use the website, such as pages visited, time spent on each page, navigation patterns, and links clicked.
Collection methods
Data is collected directly from you through form submissions, through automated technologies such as cookies and scripts, or indirectly through third-party integrations such as analytics platforms or CRM tools.
3A. User Account Information
Account creation and management
If you register an account on our website, we collect personal data necessary to create and maintain your account. This may include your name, email address, and password.
Login credentials
Your login credentials are securely stored using encryption and access-control measures.
Account modification or deletion
You may request modification or deletion of your account information at any time by contacting us.
Billing and account questions
For all billing-related inquiries, please contact us via our Contact form or the Phone number listed on our Website.
3B. Payment Information
Payment processing
All financial transactions on the website are processed through secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment gateways.
Data storage
Bronze Star Academy does not store any sensitive payment data, including full credit card numbers, CVV codes, or billing credentials.
Processor responsibility
All payment information is handled and retained by the third-party processor, which is responsible for ensuring compliance with payment industry standards.
4. How We Use Your Information
Fulfilling service requests
We use your information to process your requests, fulfill orders, deliver digital services, and respond to customer support queries.
Account management
Data is used to register, maintain, and manage your account and access to member-only resources.
Communication and customer service
We may use your contact information to send administrative emails, respond to inquiries, or provide service-related notices.
Analytics and website improvements
Data is analyzed to understand user behavior, improve the website interface, and optimize content delivery.
Marketing and promotional messaging
With your explicit consent, we may send newsletters or promotional content via email or on-site notifications.
Behavioral advertising
We may use cookies or third-party services to deliver personalized advertising or remarketing based on your browsing behavior and engagement history.
Legal obligations
We may process your data to comply with applicable laws, legal processes, or regulatory obligations related to firearms training, licensing, or security certifications.
5. Legal Bases for Data Processing (if applicable)
Consent
We rely on your express consent for marketing, cookie usage, and some account features.
Contractual necessity
We process data necessary to fulfill our obligations under user agreements or service terms.
Legal obligations
We may process and retain information where legally required to do so, including compliance with law enforcement or regulatory agencies.
Legitimate interests
Processing may occur to protect the rights, property, or safety of Bronze Star Academy, its users, or the public.
Data Controller vs. Processor roles
Bronze Star Academy acts as a data controller for information collected directly and may engage processors for analytics, hosting, or marketing functions under contract.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Purpose of cookies
Cookies are used to maintain session states, improve user experiences, and personalize content.
Types of cookies
Third-party tools
We may use Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, or similar platforms to track page views, conversions, and campaign performance.
User control options
You can manage your cookie settings through browser options, opt-out links from industry organizations like the NAI, or our cookie consent plugin.
7. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
Internal use
Information is accessible only to authorized personnel at Bronze Star Academy for the purpose of fulfilling our services.
Third-party service providers
We may share your information with external vendors under strict confidentiality agreements for services such as hosting, payment processing, marketing, and support.
Legal and government requirements
We may disclose data if legally required or in response to a court order, subpoena, or similar government demand.
Business transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, personal data may be transferred to the acquiring party.
Anonymized or aggregated data
We may share de-identified or aggregated data for analytical or reporting purposes that do not identify individuals.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
External site disclaimer
This website may contain links to external websites. Bronze Star Academy is not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
Encouragement to review third-party policies
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit through links provided on this site.
9. Data Retention
Retention periods
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected.
Account deletion and anonymization
Upon request, user accounts may be deleted or anonymized.
Legal exceptions
In certain cases, we may be required to retain data for legal reasons — such as records of certifications or licenses related to firearms or private security, which may be necessary in court proceedings or government investigations.
10. Data Security
Security practices
We implement industry-standard safeguards including HTTPS/SSL encryption, firewalls, and access controls to protect data.
Hosting and system safeguards
Our hosting provider follows recognized security protocols to help secure our infrastructure.
Security disclaimer
While we take reasonable steps to secure your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Access to your data
You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction or updates
You may request that inaccurate or outdated data be corrected or updated.
Deletion requests
You may request deletion of your personal data unless retention is required by law (see Section 9).
Restriction or objection
You may object to certain types of data processing or request restrictions in specific circumstances.
Opt-out of sale or sharing
Where required by law, you may opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal data with third parties.
12. Children’s Privacy
Age restrictions
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13.
Compliance with COPPA
We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
Inadvertent data collection
If we learn that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.
13. Email Marketing and Communication
Opt-in consent
We send marketing emails only to users who have opted in.
Unsubscribe options
All marketing emails include an unsubscribe link to opt out at any time.
Transactional emails
Service-related emails may still be sent even if you opt out of marketing communications.
Legal basis for email communication
We rely on your explicit consent to send promotional messages and newsletters.
14. Do Not Track (DNT) and Global Privacy Control (GPC)
DNT and GPC support
We make reasonable efforts to honor browser-based Do Not Track (DNT) and Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals.
Limitations due to legal requirements
Certain legal obligations may require us to retain data even when DNT or GPC preferences are set, particularly in situations involving regulated certifications or licensing (see Section 9).
15. International Visitors
Jurisdiction and intended audience
This website is intended for users located in the United States.
Data access across borders
Due to reliance on third-party platforms, data may be processed or accessed internationally.
No hosting location disclosure
For security reasons, we do not disclose the physical hosting location of our servers.
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Update method
All updates will be reflected via the “Last Updated” date at the top or bottom of this page.
User responsibility
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes. Please review this page regularly.
17. Contact Information
How to contact us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact Bronze Star Academy via our Contact form or the Phone number listed on our website.
