1 Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, as well as information gathered automatically when you use our website and services.

Information you provide:

• Full name, email address, phone number, and country of residence
• Academic background and educational history
• Program preferences and enrollment information
• Payment and billing information (processed securely via third-party providers)
• Communications you send us, including support requests and feedback

Information collected automatically:

• IP address, browser type, and device information
• Pages visited, time spent on site, and navigation patterns
• Referring URLs and search terms
• Cookie identifiers and similar tracking technologies

2 How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process your application and manage your enrollment
• To communicate with you about your program, deadlines, and academic progress
• To send important administrative notices and updates
• To provide academic advising and student support services
• To improve our website, services, and educational offerings
• To send marketing communications (where you have consented)
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights

3 Information Sharing & Disclosure

AUM does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our platform (e.g., payment processors, email services, analytics providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you have explicitly authorized us to share your information

4 Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted through our website
• Secure, access-controlled servers and databases
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Staff training on data protection and privacy best practices

While we take all reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong, unique passwords and to contact us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account.

5 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site usage. Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with your consent)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

6 Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on your consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@americanuniversityofmontana.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

7 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Specifically:

• Student academic records are retained for a minimum of 7 years after graduation
• Application data for non-enrolled applicants is retained for 2 years
• Marketing data is retained until you withdraw consent or request deletion
• Financial records are retained as required by applicable tax and accounting laws

8 Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party site you visit.

9 Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

10 Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11 Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@americanuniversityofmontana.com
• General Inquiries: contact@americanuniversityofmontana.com
• Website: www.americanuniversityofmontana.com