Privacy Policy

Introduction

Shapiro Orthodontic Academy (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit this website or join our aligner training program, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Information We Collect

Contact information you provide, such as your name and email address, when you join our waitlist or enroll in the program.

Payment information processed securely through our payment processor, Stripe, when you enroll in a paid course. We do not store your full card details ourselves.

Usage data collected automatically through analytics tools (such as Google Analytics), including pages visited, device type, and general location, to help us understand how visitors use the site.

Engagement data from our email marketing platform, such as whether you opened or clicked an email, so we can improve our communications with you.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide access to the course and its materials, communicate with you about enrollment, updates, and support, process payments, improve our website and course content, and comply with legal obligations.

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies (including Google Analytics) to understand how visitors interact with our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling them may affect some site functionality.

Payment Information

All payments are processed by Stripe, a third-party payment processor. Stripe’s own privacy policy governs how they handle your payment details. We only receive confirmation of payment and limited billing information necessary to manage your enrollment.

Our Community

Our private community currently operates through WhatsApp. Anything you share in the community group, including your phone number, profile photo, and messages, is visible to other members of the group. Please review our Community Guidelines before participating.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only with service providers who help us operate the course (such as our payment processor, analytics provider, and email marketing platform), or when required by law.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as needed to provide the course, respond to your requests, and meet legal, accounting, or reporting obligations.

Your Rights & Choices

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at support@shapiroacademy.com. You may also unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in any email we send.

Children’s Privacy

This website and course are intended for licensed dental professionals and are not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, contact us at support@shapiroacademy.com.