PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: January 8, 2026
Last Updated: January 8, 2026
Website: thefuture-u.com

Introduction

FutureU ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website thefuture-u.com and use our educational services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Site or services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

Account Information:

  • Name, email address, and password
  • Phone number and mailing address
  • Date of birth and grade level
  • School name and academic information
  • College preferences and career interests
  • Parent/guardian contact information

Payment Information:

  • Credit card, debit card, or other payment method details
  • Billing address and transaction history

Communication Data:

  • Messages, emails, and inquiries sent through the Site
  • Feedback, reviews, and survey responses
  • Support tickets and correspondence with our team

Assessment Data:

  • Results from career assessments and aptitude tests
  • Academic performance information
  • Mental health screening and wellness assessments (if applicable)

Content You Create:

  • Course assignments, essays, and submitted work
  • Forum posts, comments, and discussions
  • Notes, study guides, and personal planning documents

Information Collected Automatically

Device Information:

  • Device type, operating system, and browser information
  • IP address and geolocation data (approximate location only)
  • Mobile device identifiers

Usage Analytics:

  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Clicks, scroll patterns, and interaction data
  • Search queries and features accessed
  • Error logs and crash reports

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and login information
  • Analyze site usage and performance
  • Deliver personalized content
  • Measure advertising effectiveness

You may control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may limit functionality.

Information from Third Parties

  • School officials and teachers (with appropriate consent)
  • Payment processors and financial institutions
  • Third-party assessment providers
  • Social media platforms (if you link your account)
  • Analytics and advertising partners

How We Use Your Information

FutureU uses collected information to:

Educational Services

  • Provide personalized college, major, and career guidance
  • Deliver academic coaching and executive skills support
  • Conduct mental health and wellness services
  • Create and customize your learning experience
  • Assess student progress and provide feedback

Communication

  • Send important service updates and announcements
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Deliver course materials and educational resources
  • Send newsletters and educational content (with consent)

Billing and Legal

  • Process payments and manage billing
  • Send invoices and payment confirmations
  • Comply with legal obligations and regulations
  • Enforce our Terms and Conditions

Improvement and Analytics

  • Analyze user behavior and Site usage
  • Identify technical issues and improve functionality
  • Develop new features and services
  • Conduct research to improve educational outcomes
  • Perform quality assurance and testing

Marketing (with consent)

  • Send promotional materials and special offers
  • Conduct targeted advertising campaigns
  • Improve marketing effectiveness
  • Conduct surveys and gather feedback

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

For users in the European Union or other jurisdictions with data protection requirements, we process your information based on:

  • Consent: When you have explicitly agreed to data processing
  • Contract: When processing is necessary to provide our services
  • Legal Obligation: When required by law (FERPA, HIPAA, etc.)
  • Legitimate Interests: When processing serves our business interests that don't override your rights
  • Student Records: Processing educational records per applicable education laws

How We Share Your Information

Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Payment processing and billing
  • Data storage and cloud hosting
  • Email delivery and communications
  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Customer support services

All service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

School Officials and Parents

With appropriate consent, we may share student progress, assessment results, and educational records with:

  • School counselors and administrators
  • Teachers and academic advisors
  • Parents and guardians
  • Educational institutions

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or in response to:

  • Subpoenas, court orders, or legal process
  • Government or regulatory inquiries
  • Situations involving threats to safety or security
  • Investigation of fraud or policy violations

Business Transfers

If FutureU is acquired, merged, or sells assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice of any such change.

Public Sharing

Information you post in forums, discussion boards, or public areas of the Site may be visible to other users and third parties.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Fulfill contractual obligations
  • Comply with legal requirements
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our agreements

Student educational records are retained per applicable education laws (typically through graduation plus 7 years). You may request data deletion subject to legal retention requirements.

Data Security

FutureU implements comprehensive security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
  • Encryption of sensitive data at rest
  • Secure servers and regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication protocols
  • Employee training and confidentiality agreements
  • Incident response procedures

However, no security system is completely impenetrable. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

Your Privacy Rights

Access and Portability

You have the right to access your personal information and request a copy in a portable format.

Correction and Updates

You may request correction or updates to inaccurate information through your account dashboard or by contacting us.

Deletion Rights

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to:

  • Legal retention requirements
  • Outstanding contractual obligations
  • Prevention of fraud or legal claims

Opt-Out Rights

  • Marketing Communications: Unsubscribe via links in emails or account settings
  • Cookies: Control settings through your browser
  • Analytics: Opt out through third-party opt-out mechanisms
  • Targeted Advertising: Use browser do-not-track signals or industry opt-out tools

GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you are located in the EU, you have rights under GDPR including:

  • Right to access and data portability
  • Right to correction and deletion
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

California residents have rights under CCPA including:

  • Right to know what information is collected
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of sales or sharing
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising rights

Children's Privacy

FutureU Academy serves students of various ages, including minors. We are committed to protecting children's privacy in compliance with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act).

Parental Consent

For users under 13, we require parental consent before collecting personal information. Parents may:

  • Access their child's information
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Revoke consent at any time

Student Data Protection

  • We limit information collection to what is necessary for educational purposes
  • We do not sell student information to third parties for marketing
  • We use student data solely for educational services
  • We maintain reasonable security for sensitive student records

Educational Records

Student educational records are protected under FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) and similar state laws. Parents and students have rights to access, amend, and control disclosure of educational records.

Third-Party Services and Links

External Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Social Media Integration

If you link your social media account to FutureU, information may be shared between platforms according to their terms. You can disconnect accounts in your settings.

Assessment Providers

Certain assessments (e.g., Strong Interest Inventory) are provided by third parties. Their privacy policies apply to data they collect. We provide links to their policies in our service materials.

International Data Transfers

FutureU operates primarily in the United States. If you are located outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from your country. By using our Site, you consent to these transfers.

For EU users, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or other mechanisms authorized under GDPR for lawful transfers.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

Categories of Information Collected

We collect the following categories of personal information:

  • Identifiers (name, email, phone, address)
  • Commercial information (transaction and payment history)
  • Biometric information (none collected)
  • Internet activity (usage logs, cookies)
  • Geolocation data (approximate)
  • Professional information (school affiliation, academic records)
  • Education information (assessment results, grades)
  • Inferences (preferences, interests, aptitudes)

Your CCPA Rights

You have the right to:

  • Know: Request disclosure of information we collect, use, and share
  • Delete: Request deletion of personal information we collected
  • Opt-Out: Request that we do not sell or share your information
  • Non-Discrimination: Receive equal service and pricing for exercising rights
  • Agent: Authorize an agent to submit requests on your behalf

To exercise these rights, contact [email protected] with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

Virginia Privacy Rights (VCDPA)

Virginia residents have rights under VCDPA including the right to access, correct, delete, and port their information, and to opt out of certain processing activities. Submit requests to [email protected].

Data Protection Officer

For privacy inquiries and to exercise your rights:

Privacy Officer
FutureU Academy
Email: [email protected]

Changes to This Privacy Policy

FutureU may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site following changes constitutes acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy and our privacy practices:

FutureU

Email: [email protected]

Website: thefuture-u.com

Email (Privacy-Specific): [email protected]

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority (for EU residents and other jurisdictions with supervisory authorities).

Document Version: 1.0
Document Date: January 8, 2026
Jurisdiction: State of Iowa, USA