Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

BetterMCAT ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services (collectively, the "Service"). Please read this policy carefully. By using the Service, you consent to the practices described herein.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account registration data (name, email address, password)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Profile information (test date, target score, study preferences)
• Communications you send to us (support requests, feedback)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (browser type, operating system, device identifiers)
• Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent, click patterns)
• Performance data (question responses, scores, study session duration)
• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from third-party services if you link your account or interact with us through social media platforms or single sign-on providers.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Personalize your study experience and generate performance analytics
• Process transactions and manage your subscription
• Send service-related communications (account confirmations, updates, security alerts)
• Send promotional communications (with your consent; you may opt out at any time)
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our content and features
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or technical issues
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Third-party companies that perform services on our behalf (payment processing, hosting, analytics, email delivery)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or legal process, or to protect our rights, safety, or property
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the successor entity
• With Your Consent: We may share information for other purposes with your explicit consent

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. We may retain certain information after account deletion as required by law, to resolve disputes, enforce agreements, or for legitimate business purposes. Aggregated or de-identified data that cannot be used to identify you may be retained indefinitely.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver relevant content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Service.

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Service
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Object to or restrict certain processing of your data
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
• Opt out of promotional communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@bettermcat.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at the email address above.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

11. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

12. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

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

BetterMCAT
Email: info@bettermcat.com