Privacy Policy

Effective date: February 05, 2025

Your privacy is a top priority for us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”).

By using or accessing our Service, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the collection, storage, use, and disclosure of your personal information as detailed in this Privacy Policy. Access to the Site is not permitted if you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect a range of information to offer our services, optimize your experience, and stay in contact with you.

Personal Information

We may ask for specific personally identifiable information when you are using our Site. This information is referred to as “Personal Data” and is used to contact or identify you. The details we request may include but are not limited to:

• Your name (First and Last)
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address

Non-Personal Information

StandoutEssay.org may also collect non-personal information whenever the Customer interacts with the Site. This data includes details like your browser type and version, IP address, device information (e.g., operating system, Internet service provider), and others. Additionally, the Company may gather information about the pages customers visit, the length of their visit, how they interact with them, device identifiers, and diagnostic information.

Cookies and Tracking Data

We employ cookies and related tracking technologies to improve our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device, occasionally with anonymous unique identifiers. Other tools that let us track activity, analyze website usage, and gather information:

• Beacons
• Tags
• Scripts

You have the option to configure your browser to reject cookies or inform you when they are being used. Nevertheless, please note that some features of our Site may not function properly if you choose not to accept cookies.

We use several types of cookies on our Site, including:

• Session Cookies. These cookies are essential for the functioning of our Site and allow us to provide a smooth experience.
• Security Cookies. We use these cookies to ensure the security of our Service.
• Preference Cookies. These cookies help us remember your preferences and settings.
• Advertising Cookies. These are the cookies that allow our Site to display relevant ads based on your interest.

These cookies enable us to offer users a more personalized and secure experience at StandoutEssay.org.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Delivering and maintaining our Service
• Informing you about changes to our Service
• Supplying customer support
• Acquiring data insights to improve our Service
• Monitoring the usage of our Service
• Identifying, preventing, and resolving technical issues
• Sending you information, promotions, and updates related to services and events similar to those you've expressed interest in unless you have opted out of such communications

Data Retention Period

StandoutEssay.org will store your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes detailed in this Privacy Policy. Also, the Company may keep your personal details to fulfill legal duties, address disagreements, and implement contracts and policies.

In addition, we may preserve Usage Data for internal analysis, usually for shorter periods, unless it is used for the following purposes:

• Enhancing security
• Improving the functionality of our Site
• Conforming to legal obligations that require extended retention

In general, except if required by law, the Company will not retain your data for more than 12 months after your last interaction with our Site.

Data Transfers

Your personal information may be sent and kept on servers located outside your state, province, or country, where data protection laws may vary. Customers who are not located in the USA and decide to give us information should know that we will transfer it to the USA for processing. By accepting this Privacy Policy, you allow this transfer. We take all necessary precautions to ensure your data is handled securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy throughout the transfer process. Rest assured that no data will be transferred without implementing appropriate safeguards to protect the security of your information.

Data Deletion

You can request that we remove your personal data from our systems. If your request is valid, we will take steps to remove your information. Nonetheless, some data may need to be retained for the following reasons:

• To comply with legal requirements
• To fulfill legitimate business needs, such as resolving disputes
• To enforce agreements or policies

To demand data removal, use the form on our Contact Us page. We may ask you to confirm your identity before approving your request in order to protect the security of your data. After the approval, we will quickly remove your personal details and inform you about it through email or other communication methods.

Data Disclosure

Disclosure to Law Enforcement

In certain circumstances, StandoutEssay.org may have to give out your information if required by law or if public authorities such as courts legally demand us to.

Legal Requirements

StandoutEssay.org may disclose your Personal Data when such action is needed to:

• Comply with a legal obligation
• Secure and defend our assets or rights
• Examine possible violations connected to our Service
• Protect the safety of users and the general public
• Defend against potential legal claims

Disclosure to Third Parties

Our Company collaborates with third-party providers to improve our Service. For this purpose, we may need to disclose specific non-personal data.

The partners we may share information with include:

• Analytical Services. To gain insights into how our Site is used and to enhance its functionality, we may collaborate with third-party analytics providers. These providers gather and examine non-personal information about user interactions.
• Advertising Services. The Company utilizes advertising services to show relevant ads. These services collect non-personal data about your online activity, including on this Site, in order to serve ads tailored to your interests.
• Google Analytics. It’s a service that monitors and analyzes usage of our Site. Google Analytics may share information with other Google services for advertising purposes. If you want to forbid it, install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. Check Google Privacy Policy page for more information.
• Google AdSense DoubleClick Cookie. Google’s DoubleClick cookie is used to display personalized ads on our Site. You can turn it off at any time by visiting Google Ads Setting page.
• Payment Processors. For paid products and services, we rely on third-party payment processors such as Mollie and Payabl. These processors comply with PCI-DSS standards to ensure secure handling of your payments. We do not store your payment card information. For more detailed information, check the payment processors Privacy Policy:
  • Payabl: Privacy Policy
  • Mollie: Privacy Policy

StandoutEssay.org never discloses sensitive personal data to third parties. We guarantee that all data we disclose is processed securely and according to this Privacy Policy.

Processing Personal Data and Your Data Protection Rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

If you are a Customer from the European Economic Ares (EEA), our legal grounds for gathering and utilizing your personal data, as described in this Privacy Policy, vary depending on the type of data collected and the specific purpose for which it is used.

Our Company may collect your personal information for the following reasons:

• To honor our agreement with you
• With your permission
• To advance our lawful interests without overriding your rights
• For processing payments
• To adhere to legal requirements

The Company will take proper measures to give our customers the possibility to amend, update, delete, or limit the processing of their Personal Data. To review or demand the deletion of the Personal Data we hold, please let us know.

Depending on the situation, the Customer may have the following rights:

• Right to Access. You can ask for access to the Personal Data we have about you. Whenever feasible, you can view, modify, or demand the deletion of your data directly through your account settings. If you're unable to do so, please contact us for support.
• Right to Rectification. You have the right to request amendment of any incorrect or incomplete information we have about you.
• Right to Object. You can disagree with how we use your personal data.
• Right to Restriction. You may ask us to restrict the processing of your data under certain conditions.
• Right to Data Portability. You are entitled to request your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Right to Withdraw Consent. If we process your personal information based on your permission, you can take it back at any time.

Before proceeding with any of the abovementioned request, we may need to confirm your identity. Furthermore, you can file a complaint with the Data Protection Authority regarding how we handle your data. For more information, please reach out to your local data protection authority within the EEA.

Links to Other Sites

Our Site may include links to external websites that we do not run. Clicking on a third-party link takes you to that party's Site. We suggest reviewing the Privacy Policy on each Site you access since we do not control or take responsibility for the content, privacy rules, or practices of these external websites.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not designed for Customers under the age of 18 (“Children”). We do not purposefully collect personal information from children. Parents or guardians who believe their child has shared Personal Data with our Company should get in touch with us. If we become aware of any data being collected without parental consent, we will take appropriate action to remove it from our systems.

United States Privacy Policy

This Regional Privacy Policy for the U.S. is an extension of our general Privacy Policy and is relevant to users living in specific states. It explains what personal information we gather and use, how we utilize and disclose your personal details, and what privacy rights you can exercise depending on where you live.

This policy applies to users from California, Colorado, Connecticut, Montana, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Virginia and focuses on the requirements of the privacy laws specific to these states, collectively known as “State Privacy Laws.”

Residents of California and Colorado should refer to the following:

• California Consumer Privacy Notice
• Colorado Privacy Notice

Please bear in mind that some rights apply only to Customers living in specific states. If this is the case, the Company may need proof of residency to process requests.

Why We Collect Personal Information

We utilize personal data for various purposes, including:

• Supplying and tailoring our Services
• Handling orders and payments
• Advertising and marketing
• Analyzing internal performance
• Upholding the standards, safety, and trustworthiness of our Services
• Administering user accounts and offering assistance

Your Privacy Rights

U.S. state privacy laws provide you with various rights concerning your personal data. However, there may be some exceptions. These rights include:

• Right to Know. You can ask the Company to provide information on the collection and use of your personal details within the past 12 months. This information includes the types of personal data gathered, where it was collected from, why it was collected, what third parties it was shared with, and information on any disclosures or “sales” of the data for business reasons.
• Right to Access. You are entitled to receive a copy of the personal information our Company has about you.
• Right to Correct. You may ask for corrections of any erroneous or incomplete information.
• Right to Delete. You have the right to request the removal of your personal details.
• Right to Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising. You can opt out of using your data for targeted or interest-based advertising.
• Right to Opt-Out of “Sales” of Personal Data. If you live in certain states, you can forbid “selling” your personal information.

In some states, you also have the right to opt out of automated decision-making processes that may impact your legal, employment, or credit-related interests. However, StandoutEssay.org does not use profiling for such decisions, except in cases where it is necessary to prevent or address fraudulent activities.

Exercising Your Rights

You can manage your personal data—whether to view, update, or delete it—through your account settings or by contacting us via our Contact Us page. Please be aware that limiting or removing your data may affect how you experience our Services.

While we do not engage in the sale of personal information, we do use services that display interest-based ads, which may be considered “sharing” under certain State Privacy Laws. To opt-out of this, the users need to adjust their privacy settings. Additionally, California residents have the option to use the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal in supported browsers for more comprehensive opt-out functionality.

Our Services are meant for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect or share the personal data of users under the age of 16.

Identity Verification and Authorized Agents

To process requests for access, correction, or removal of your data, the Company may need to confirm your identity. For this purpose, you may need to submit a government-issued ID. Additionally, you have the option to designate an authorized agent to submit requests on your behalf, though verification of your identity and the agent's may be required.

Accessibility, Appeals, and Non-Discrimination

If you require alternative formats or need further assistance, please feel free to contact us. If you do not agree with our response to a privacy-related request, you can submit an appeal through our Contact Us page. Rest assured that StandoutEssay.org does not discriminate against users who exercise their privacy rights, and we will not deny or modify our services or their quality based on your privacy choices.

California Consumer Privacy Notice

This California Consumer Privacy Notice is an addition to our Privacy Policy and U.S. Privacy Policy, specifically addressing personal information collected online from residents of California. It is in compliance with the definitions and provisions set forth by the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as updated by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 together referred to as the "CCPA."

Types of Personal Information We Collect

In the 12 months prior to the Last Updated date of this policy, we may have collected the following categories of personal data:

• Identifiers: Your name, email address, unique personal identifiers, and, when necessary, government-issued ID documents to prevent fraudulent activity.
• Other personal records: Your phone number, billing address, and payment details.
• Commercial information: Your order history, special instructions provided with orders, and interactions with our Site and Services.
• Internet or network activity: Information related to your operating system, browser settings, device type, and cookie data.
• Geolocation data: Approximate location data derived from GPS, Wi-Fi, or other location-enabled services.

How We Collect and Use Your Personal Information

The categories of information mentioned above are gathered from various sources, as outlined in the “Information We Collect” and “How We Use Your Information” sections of our Privacy Policy. These sources include:

• You
• Your devices
• Service providers
• Marketing partners
• Social media platforms
• Government entities
• Public databases
• Our vendors

We use these details for a variety of business and commercial purposes, which are further explained in the "Information We Collect" and "How We Use Your Information" sections of our general Privacy Policy and "Why We Collect Personal Information" section of the United States Privacy Policy.

Sharing or Selling Your Personal Information

Although we do not sell personal information for monetary gain, we may share certain data with third parties, such as advertising partners, for targeted advertising purposes. Under California law, such sharing may be considered a "sale" that gives you the right to refuse it.

In the past 12 months, the Company may have shared or “sold” the following categories of personal data with advertising services for cross-context behavioral advertising:

• Commercial information
• Identifiers
• Inferences
• Internet or network activity

If you wish to decline this data sharing, you can select the “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” option in your account privacy settings. If you are a California resident, you can also use the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal via supported browsers. Please be aware that GPC requests apply only to the specific browser that sends the signal. For more details, visit https://globalprivacycontrol.org. Also, we do not purposefully share or “sell” the information of users under the age of 18.

Disclosing Personal Information for Business Purposes

We may share personal information (and may have done so in the past 12 months) with service providers, contractors, and other third parties for various business purposes. The types of information that may be disclosed include:

• Identifiers
• Other personal records
• Commercial data
• Geolocation information
• Internet or network activity

Over the past year, these disclosures may have involved:

• Service providers
• Social media platforms
• Analytics providers
• Online advertising companies
• Internet service providers

Not all categories may apply to every user. Furthermore, we may also share data with government agencies and tax authorities for the purposes outlined in our Privacy Policy.

Exercising Your Rights

For more information about your privacy rights and how to exercise them, please refer to the “Exercising Your Rights” section in our United States Privacy Policy.

California residents have the right to request a summary of the types of Personal Data disclosed to third parties for their own marketing purposes. The Company does not share or sell your information for third-party marketing unless you provide explicit consent.

Users who have more questions about these practices can reach out to us through the contact form on our Contact Us page. Please keep in mind that we may require to verify your identity and California residency before processing your request. Besides, requests made via mail, phone, or fax will not be accepted, and all requests must be correctly labeled and complete.

Colorado Consumer Privacy Notice

This Colorado Consumer Privacy Notice is an addition to our Privacy Policy and United States Privacy Policy. It focuses specifically on the personal information we collect from residents of Colorado. The terminology used in this notice is consistent with the definitions outlined in the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA).

Collection and Use of Personal Information

For more detailed information on the types of personal information we gather, how we utilize it, and the reasons behind its processing, please review the "Information We Collect" and "How We Use Your Information" sections of our Privacy Policy, along with the "Why We Collect Personal Information" section in our United States Privacy Policy.

Sensitive Personal Information and Children’s Data

We do not deliberately gather, use, store, or disclose sensitive personal details like precise location (GPS), race or ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious or philosophical beliefs, health information, biometric data (e.g., fingerprints or facial recognition), citizenship or immigration status, union membership, or any other information categorized as “Sensitive” under the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA).

Furthermore, we do not purposefully gather or process personal data from users under the age of 18.

Sharing of Personal Information

StandoutEssay.org may disclose personal information to service providers in order to support services, meet legal obligations, or for other purposes clarified in this Privacy Policy. Please be aware that not all of the categories listed below may be relevant to your specific data:

• Payment details
• Transaction information
• Customer support communications
• Browser or device-related data
• Service usage information
• Location data

This personal data may be disclosed to the following third parties:

• Professional service providers, such as law firms and auditors
• Marketing collaborators
• Online advertising platforms
• Data analytics companies
• Social media platforms
• Government agencies and tax authorities
• Internet service providers and platforms

Selling Personal Information and Targeted Advertising

StandoutEssay.org does not sell your personal information for financial gain. Nevertheless, we may disclose it to third parties for targeted advertising. The CPA may classify such disclosure as a "sale." The categories of information that may be "sold" include:

• Identifiers: your name, email address, and unique identifiers like device IDs and IP addresses
• Commercial data: Information related to your orders.
• Online and network activity: Data about your interactions with our services, including web traffic, operating system, device type, cookie information, and browser settings.

You have the right to stop these disclosures of personal information.

Profiling

We may utilize automated processing or profiling to identify, prevent, and address illegal or fraudulent activities. An opt-out option is not necessary for this type of processing, and beyond this, we do not participate in profiling as outlined by the CPA.

Colorado Consumer Privacy Rights

See the detailed information about your privacy rights and the way to exercise them in the "Exercising Your Rights" section of our United States Privacy Policy.

Updates to Our Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page. Moreover, we will inform you of significant amendments by sending an email or displaying a clear notice on our Site before any updates take effect. The “effective date” on the top of this page will also be revised.

We urge you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay aware of any changes. All updates will be effective as soon as they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any additional questions on this Privacy Policy, reach out to us through the form on our Contact Us page.