1. Purpose and Scope
This Privacy Policy explains how the U.S. Chinese Culture Center ("USCCC") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, create an account, or participate in any of our programs, including the American Education Ambassador Programs (AEAP).
By using our website or submitting your information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
USCCC collects only the information necessary to operate our programs and services effectively. This may include:
a. Personal Information
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Date of birth, gender, and nationality (when required for teaching placements or visa purposes)
- Educational and professional background
- Emergency contact information
b. Program-Related Information
- Application forms, resumes, and reference letters
- TEFL training records, certificates, and essays
- Visa, Passport, background check, or medical clearance documents (when applicable)
c. Technical Information
- IP address, browser type, and operating system
- Site usage data through cookies and analytics tools
3. How We Use Your Information
USCCC uses your information solely for educational, administrative, and communication purposes, including:
- Processing program applications and teaching placements
- Coordinating TEFL certification and training
- Facilitating visa, employment, and housing arrangements with partner institutions in China
- Communicating important program updates and announcements
- Improving our website and services
- Fulfilling legal or regulatory requirements
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing or commercial gain.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Your personal information may be shared only under the following conditions:
a. Partner Institutions – To facilitate placement, training, or employment within the AEAP program.
b. Authorized Service Providers – Such as background check or visa processing agencies working under confidentiality agreements with USCCC.
c. Legal Compliance – When required by law, regulation, or court order.
d. With Your Consent – For any other purpose explicitly approved by you in writing.
USCCC will never disclose your personal information to unauthorized third parties.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
USCCC uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enhance user experience and navigation
- Analyze website traffic and usage trends
- Remember user preferences for convenience
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may limit access to certain website features.
6. Data Retention
USCCC retains personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no internet-based system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of transmitted data.
8. International Data Transfers
As the AEAP involves placements in China, your information may be transferred to and processed by authorized institutions outside the United States. USCCC ensures that all partner institutions handling your data follow comparable privacy and data protection standards.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request corrections or updates to your data
- Withdraw your consent for data processing (where applicable)
- Request deletion of your personal information when legally permissible
To exercise these rights, contact Webmaster@chineseculturecenter.org.
10. Communications and Marketing
By creating an account or participating in USCCC programs, you consent to receive administrative communications (e.g., application updates, placement notices). You may opt out of non-essential communications such as newsletters or marketing updates at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link.
11. Changes to This Policy
USCCC reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on our website, with the revised "Last Updated" date indicated above. Continued use of our website or participation in programs after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
12. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact:
📧 info@chineseculturecenter.org
📧 webmaster@chineseculturecenter.org
🌐 www.chineseculturecenter.org