OPT-OUT POLICY

Effective Date: February 2025

This Opt-Out Policy (“Policy”) establishes the framework for how users and clients (“You,” “Your”) may opt out of particular data processing operations conducted by Edu-Mentor.net (“Company,” “Website,” “Site,” “We,” “Us,” “Our”).

1. SCOPE & PURPOSE

This Policy sets forth the processes by which You may opt out of:
1.1 Marketing Communications. The distribution of commercial messages and marketing updates through electronic channels.

1.2 Cookies and Similar Technologies. The processing of data through non-essential cookies and similar technologies installed on Your device.

1.3 Targeted Advertising. The use of Your personal information for behavioral or targeted advertising purposes.

1.4 Sharing of Personal Information. Sharing of Your personal information with third parties for commercial purposes.

For an overview of the categories of data We collect and how We use or share them, refer to our Privacy and Cookies Policy and Terms of Use, incorporated herein.

2. OPT-OUT RIGHTS & MECHANISMS

2.1 Marketing Communications Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving marketing communications by:

(a) Utilizing the unsubscribe mechanism provided in each marketing email;

(b) Replying STOP, UNSUBSCRIBE, or similar opt-out keywords to text message communications;

Following a verified opt-out request, marketing communications will cease within ten (10) business days, excluding any that have already been initiated.

2.2 Cookies and Tracking Technologies Opt-Out

You may manage Your cookie preferences through:

(a) The consent notice shown when You initially access our Site;

(b) The cookie controls available through Your browser’s settings menu.

Important: Disabling cookies might prevent certain Website components from functioning properly.

2.3 Targeted Advertising Opt-Out

To block interest-based ad services or tracking, You may:

(a) Use Global Privacy Control (GPC) or any equivalent browser privacy mechanism, which We accept as a valid opt-out signal;

(b) Contact Us using the information provided in Section 7 of this Policy.

2.4 Sharing of Personal Information

In accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), You may choose to opt out of the sharing of Your personal data.

To exercise this right, get in touch with Us using the information provided in Section 7.

Verified submissions will be processed no later than fifteen (15) business days after verification.

3. PROCESSING OF OPT-OUT REQUESTS

3.1 Timeframes

We will process opt-out requests within the time periods listed below, unless otherwise required by law or outlined in this Policy.

(a) Email marketing opt-outs: Ten (10) business days

(b) Cookie preference changes: Immediate effect upon selection

(d) Text message opt-outs: Immediate effect

3.2 Verification: Requirements

To verify that an opt-out request originates from the authorized account holder, We may review details linked to Your account.

3.3 Record Retention

Once Your opt-out request has been completed, We keep a record of that preference to uphold Your election, retaining it for the period mandated by applicable law.

4. LIMITATIONS ON OPT-OUT RIGHTS

4.1 Transactional Communications

Opt-out rights do not extend to transactional or service-related communications that are necessary for:

(a) Order confirmations and fulfillment notifications;

(b) Account security alerts and authentication messages;

(d) Notifications or updates related to the services You have requested;

(e) Responses to inquiries You have initiated.

4.2 Obligations Under Applicable Law

We may decline an opt-out request where:

(a) Processing is undertaken to meet obligations imposed by applicable law;

(b) We have legitimate business or legal justifications that prevail over Your interests and rights;

Where We decline an opt-out request, We shall provide You with a written explanation of the legal basis for our decision.

5. REVOCATION OF OPT-OUT

You may revoke a previously submitted opt-out request at any time by:

(a) Re-subscribing through our Website;

(b) Replying START or similar opt-in keywords to text message communications;

(b) Submitting a written request pursuant to Section 7.

The timeframes specified in Section 3.1 shall also apply to the processing of opt-out revocations.

6. BROWSER-BASED PRIVACY SIGNALS: RECOGNITION

We acknowledge and comply with Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals and other legally recognized browser-based privacy preferences as valid opt-out requests under applicable law.

7. CONTACT METHODS

To exercise Your opt-out rights or to ask questions about this Policy, please contact Us at:

Email: [email�protected]

Phone: +1 (307) 453-2856

8. LEGALLY APPOINTED AGENTS

You are permitted to appoint an authorized representative to act on Your behalf in making opt-out requests. To validate such requests, We require:

(a) A written authorization form, signed by You, allowing the agent to make requests for You; or

(b) A valid power of attorney pursuant to applicable state law.

We reserve the right to verify both the agents authority and Your identity before processing the request.

9. NON-DISCRIMINATION

We shall not discriminate against You for exercising any opt-out rights provided under this Policy or applicable law. We shall not:

(a) Deny services to You;

(b) Charge different prices or rates for services;

(d) Suggest that You will receive services at a varied price, rate, or standard.

10. ADDITIONAL RIGHTS

In some regions, privacy laws may grant You additional rights not reflected in this Policy, including rights to:

(a) Access, amend, or request the permanent deletion of Your personal data;

(b) Restrict/object to certain processing activities;

(d) Exercise Your right to file a complaint with the designated regulatory authority.

For more information regarding these rights, review our Privacy Policy or contact Us as outlined in Section 7.

11. AMENDMENTS

We may update or amend this Policy at any time. Material changes shall be communicated through notice on our Website. Your continued use of our services following notice of changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Policy.

12. GOVERNING LAW

The laws of the State of Illinois shall govern the interpretation and enforcement of this Policy, without regard to conflict-of-law rules.