Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Go4it Academy ("we," "our," or "us") operates the StarPath Accelerator™ program and Go4it Sports Platform. We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our students, parents, coaches, and users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Date of birth and graduation year
• Academic records, transcripts, and course enrollment information
• Athletic performance data, sport participation, and team affiliations
• Parent/guardian contact information for students under 18
• Payment and billing information
• Emergency contact information

2.2 Educational Records

As an educational institution, we collect and maintain:

• Course enrollment and completion records
• Grades, assessments, and academic progress
• Attendance and participation data
• Student work, projects, and portfolios
• NCAA eligibility documentation and transcript audits

2.3 Athletic Performance Data

For our athlete development programs, we may collect:

• Training session data and performance metrics
• Video analysis and film review content
• Biometric data (HRV, GPS tracking, fitness assessments) with consent
• Nutrition and wellness logs
• Recruitment and college pathway information

2.4 Technical Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our platform:

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages viewed, time spent, features accessed)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Log data and diagnostic information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide educational services and academic programs
• Process enrollment, course registration, and payments
• Track academic progress and issue transcripts
• Communicate with students, parents, and guardians
• Deliver personalized athletic development programs
• Support NCAA eligibility tracking and college recruitment
• Improve our platform and develop new features
• Comply with legal obligations and educational regulations
• Ensure safety and security of our students and staff

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you provide explicit consent, such as:

• Sharing academic records with accredited schools for credit transfer
• Providing athletic profiles to college coaches and recruiters
• Connecting with NCAA eligibility centers for certification

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our platform, including:

• Learning management systems and educational software providers
• Payment processors (Stripe)
• Cloud storage and hosting services
• Analytics and performance monitoring tools
• Communication platforms (email, video conferencing)

4.3 Legal Obligations

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes or government requests
• Protect the safety and security of our students and community
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities
• Defend our legal rights

5. Student Privacy Protections

5.1 FERPA Compliance

We comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for all eligible students and their parents. You have the right to inspect, review, and request amendments to educational records. We will not disclose educational records without consent, except as permitted by FERPA.

5.2 COPPA Compliance

For students under 13 years of age, we comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information from children.

5.3 Student Data Protection Pledge

We pledge to:

• Never sell student data to third parties
• Use student data only for educational purposes
• Maintain comprehensive security programs to protect student data
• Clearly communicate our data practices to parents and students

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Employee training on data protection practices
• Incident response and breach notification procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously granted consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@go4itsports.org

8. International Data Transfers

Our Vienna Global Residency and international programs may involve transferring your information to countries outside your home jurisdiction. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including standard contractual clauses and data processing agreements.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our educational services
• Maintain academic records and transcripts
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

Academic records are typically retained permanently to support transcript requests and alumni services. Other information is deleted or anonymized when no longer needed.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze platform usage and performance
• Deliver personalized content and features
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit certain platform features.

11. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by email or through a prominent notice on our platform. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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