Privacy policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
This Privacy Policy applies between you, the User and/or Learner of this site (www.avaans-learn.com), and Avaans Learn, the operator of this particular school site hosted via LearnWorlds. Avaans Learn is responsible for the collection, use, and protection of personal data submitted only on this domain. LearnWorlds acts as a hosting and processing platform and may host other school sites with separate data.
It explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
By using this Website, you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Definitions and Interpretation
In this Policy, the following terms have the meanings shown below:
• Account: Personal information and credentials used by Users to access content and communications systems on the Website.
• Content: Any text, graphics, images, audio, video, software, data compilations, or other information stored on the Website.
• Cookie: A small text file placed on your device when visiting the Website. Cookies are split into necessary cookies (required for website functionality) and analytics/marketing cookies (requiring consent).
• Data / Personal Data: Any information relating to an identifiable individual, including Account details, contact information, activity logs, and information submitted through our Services.
• Avaans Learn: Avaans Learn, 47 Boulevard des Courcelles, 75008 Paris.
• Service: Any online facilities, tools, or information made available through the Website.
• System: Online communications infrastructure provided via the Website, including web-based email, message boards, live chat, and email links.
• User / Users: Any third party accessing the Website who is not employed by Avaans Learn in the course of their employment.
• Website: www.avaans-learn.com and any sub-domains, unless expressly excluded.
2. Age Requirement
By using this Website, you confirm that you are at least 16 years old. If you are under 16, you must not provide any personal data or access Services that require registration.
3. Data We Collect
We may collect the following personal data:
• Name, date of birth, job title, profession,employer name
• Contact information (email, phone)
• Account information (username, password)
• Payment information is processed directly by Stripe or via bank transfer and is not stored by Avaans Learn
• IP address, browser type, operating system
• Activity logs on the Website
• Cookie information (necessary and analytics/marketing cookies)
• Google Analytics tracking data (including behavioral profiling)
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data on the following basis:
- Purpose Legal Basis
- Providing Services / Account access Contractual necessity
- Accounting and legal compliance Legal obligation
- Marketing communications (email) : Consent (opt-in)
- Website analytics and profiling : Consent (for non-essential cookies and behavioral tracking)
5. How We Use Your Data
We may use your data to:
• Provide and maintain your account and access to Services
• Improve our products and Services
• Send marketing communications only if you have opted in
• Conduct website analytics and behavioral profiling
• Comply with accounting and audit requirements
Note: Payment data is never stored by Avaans Learn and is handled securely by Stripe or your bank.
Data is retained for the necessary duration:
• Accounting and legal obligations:
Financial records, invoices, proof of transactions, quotes, and contracts are retained for 5 years, in accordance with French legal requirements.
• Account information and activity logs:
Account details, user activity logs, and service-related records are retained for 5 years from the date of your account closure.
This retention period also allows LW to:
• support potential audits (e.g., DREETS or future Qualiopi audits), and
• maintain student records for practical needs, such as reissuing certificates, attestations, or training proof solely upon request.
After these periods, personal data is deleted or irreversibly anonymised unless a longer retention period is legally required (e.g., ongoing legal claims).
6. Cookies and Tracking
• Necessary cookies: Required for website functionality; no consent needed.
• Analytics/marketing cookies: Used for website improvement and marketing; require explicit consent.
• Google Analytics: Collects anonymized and behavioral data for analytics and profiling; consent required.
You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings or through the Website’s cookie banner.
7. Marketing Communications
• Marketing emails are sent only with your explicit consent.
• You may withdraw consent at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email.
8. Third-Party Services
We use third-party processors to provide Services, including:
• Stripe (payments, no data stored by us)
• Acumbamail (email marketing)
• Google Analytics (analytics and profiling)
• Learnworlds (site and course host)
All third-party providers are EU-hosted and bound by GDPR-compliant data processing agreements. Data is only shared to the extent necessary for them to provide their services.
9. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights:
1. Right of Access – view the personal data we hold about you
2. Right to Rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data
3. Right to Erasure – request deletion of personal data (subject to legal retention requirements)
4. Right to Restrict Processing – limit the use of your data
5. Right to Data Portability – receive your data in a machine-readable format
6. Right to Object – object to processing for marketing or analytics
7. Rights related to Automated Decision-Making / Profiling – object to decisions based solely on automated processing
Requests can be made via your account portal or by contacting info@avaans-learn.com.
10. Security of Data
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:
• HTTPS encryption for secure website communications
• Limited access to personal data for authorized personnel only
• Regular security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities
You acknowledge that this means that, despite our best efforts, there is always a residual risk of:
• Unauthorized access to data by third parties
• Accidental loss, corruption, or destruction of data
• Technical failures or security breaches beyond our control
Users also play a role in protecting their data. We recommend:
• Keeping your account credentials confidential
• Logging out after using shared devices
• Updating passwords regularly and choosing strong, unique passwords
In the unlikely event of a data breach that may pose a risk to your rights or freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant supervisory authority as required by GDPR.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be highlighted on the Website. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Data Transfers
All personal data is stored and processed within the EU/EEA. No international transfers outside the EU/EEA occur.
13. Contacting Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data:
Email: info@avaans-learn.com
Address: Avaans Learn, 47 Boulevard des Courcelles, 75008 Paris
- Finalité Base légale
- Fourniture des services / Accès au compte Nécessité contractuelle
- Conformité aux obligations comptables et légales Obligation légale
- Communications marketing (email) Consentement (opt-in)
