Privacy Policy

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Academia Language School (hereinafter referred to as “the School”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our students and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information across our educational services, website, and official communication channels (including LINE and WhatsApp).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you inquire about our programs or undergo the enrollment process:

Identity Data: Name, date of birth, and nationality.
Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Messaging Data: SNS identifiers (such as LINE ID or WhatsApp profile name) and message history.
Inquiry Data: Details regarding your preferred courses, visa status (e.g., F-1), and learning goals.

2. How We Use Your Information

The collected information is used exclusively for the following purposes:

Responding to your inquiries and providing school brochures/information.
Supporting enrollment procedures and Student Visa (I-20) applications.
Providing essential updates regarding school life and course schedules.
Analyzing statistical data to improve our services (in a non-personally identifiable format).

3. Data Disclosure and Third Parties

The School will not disclose or provide your personal information to third parties without your prior consent, except as required by law. However, for the purpose of student visa processing, necessary information will be shared with the appropriate U.S. government agencies (such as SEVIS) within the scope of legitimate procedures.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures (such as SSL encryption and access controls) to prevent unauthorized access, leakage, loss, or destruction of your personal information.

5. Use of Messaging Platforms (WhatsApp/LINE)

To improve communication, we utilize the WhatsApp Business API and LINE Messaging API.

Messages sent through these platforms are recorded in our management systems (e.g., Google Sheets) to ensure a prompt response.
Data management within the platforms themselves is governed by the respective privacy policies of Meta Platforms, Inc. and LY Corporation.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this policy, or if you wish to request the disclosure, correction, or deletion of your personal data, please contact our office:

Academia Language School

Address: 1600 Kapiolani Blvd Suite 1215, Honolulu, HI 96814
Email: support@academiaschool.edu
Phone: +1 (808) 946-4445
Website: https://www.academiaschool.edu/