Effective Date: December 18, 2025
3.1 Introduction
Bible Doctrine Academy (“we”) respects your privacy. This policy explains how we handle your data in compliance with Texas law, COPPA, and GDPR.
3.2 Information We Collect
- Account Data: Name, email address, and account credentials.
- Educational Data: Course progress, quiz scores, and certificates awarded.
- Payment Data: We do not store your credit card information. All financial transactions are processed by Paddle, acting as the Data Controller for financial data.
3.3 Sensitive Data (Religious Beliefs)
By creating an account to study theology, you are providing data that may reveal your religious beliefs. You explicitly consent to our processing of this data for the purpose of tracking your educational progress and issuing religious certificates.
3.4 Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
This Site is a general audience site but may be used by homeschool families.
- Direct Parental Consent: We do not knowingly permit children under 13 to create their own accounts. If a student is under 13, the account must be created by a Parent or Legal Guardian.
- Verification: By entering payment information via Paddle, the Parent verifies their identity and consents to the collection of the child’s educational progress data associated with that account.
- Parental Rights: Parents may review their child’s information or request its deletion by contacting [email protected].
3.5 Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with trusted service providers necessary to operate the academy:
- Paddle: For payment processing and tax compliance.
- LearnDash: Our Learning Management System platform.
- Email Services: To send you login details and course updates.
3.6 Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms or Policies, please contact us at: Bible Doctrine Academy San Marcos, TX Email: [email protected]