gIDE Institute (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our educational programs and services.

By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including name, email address, phone number, mailing address, professional information, and payment-related information. Payment information is processed through third-party providers and is not stored by gIDE Institute.

We may automatically collect certain technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and referral sources.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to process registrations and payments, provide educational services, communicate with you, improve our website, and comply with legal obligations.

3. Payment Processing (Stripe & Third Parties)
Payments are processed securely through third-party payment processors such as Stripe. gIDE Institute does not store full credit card details. Payment processors operate under their own privacy policies.

4. Cookies & Tracking
We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

5. Information Sharing
We do not sell personal information. We may share information with trusted service providers, to comply with legal requirements, or to protect rights and safety.

6. Data Security
We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your data, but no system is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights (California Privacy Rights – CCPA)
California residents have the right to request access to, deletion of, or information about the personal data we collect. We do not sell personal data. Requests may be submitted using the contact details below.

8. Third-Party Links
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of changes.

10. Contact Information
gIDE Institute
12217 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(818) 633-0752
admissions@gidedental.com