Privacy Policy for The42U.com

Effective Date: November 1. 2024

Welcome to The42U.com
At 42U, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, The42U.com, and use our services. Please read this policy carefully to understand your rights and our practices.

1. Information We Collect

  1. Information You Provide:
  • Personal Information: When you register, contact us, or use our services, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you choose to provide.
  • Athlete Data: For student-athletes, we may collect additional data related to branding, NIL opportunities, and career development (e.g., athletic performance statistics, academic records, and media assets).
  1. Information Collected Automatically:
  • Usage Data: We collect non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data to improve website functionality.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, beacons, and tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gather analytics.
  1. Third-Party Information:
  • We may receive information about you from social media platforms or other third-party integrations if you interact with our services through these channels.

2. How We Use Your Information

  1. To Provide and Improve Services:
  • Manage user accounts and athlete profiles.
  • Facilitate NIL partnerships, career development, and branding services.
  • Personalize your experience on our website and services.
  1. Marketing and Communication:
  • Send promotional materials, newsletters, and service updates (with your consent).
  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
  1. Legal Compliance:
  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.
  • Protect against fraudulent or unauthorized activity.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

  1. Service Providers:
    We may share your data with third-party vendors who assist in providing our services, such as payment processors, analytics providers, and cloud storage services.
  2. NIL Partnerships and Corporate Sponsors:
    For student-athletes, with explicit consent, we may share branding and performance data with sponsors, recruiters, or NIL opportunity partners.
  3. Legal Requirements:
    We may disclose your information if required by law, to protect the safety of our users, or to defend against legal claims.
  4. Business Transactions:
    In the event of a merger, sale, or acquisition, your information may be transferred as part of the business assets.

4. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security. We encourage you to take steps to protect your information, such as using strong passwords and keeping them confidential.

5. Your Privacy Rights

  1. Access and Updates:
    You have the right to access, update, or delete the personal information we hold about you. Please contact us for assistance.
  2. Opt-Out of Marketing Communications:
    You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link or contacting us directly.
  3. Cookies and Tracking:
    You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may impact website functionality.
  4. For California Residents (CCPA Compliance):
  • California residents may request a summary of their personal data, request deletion of their data, or opt out of the sale of their data.
  • To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].
  1. For EU Residents (GDPR Compliance):
  • You have the right to data portability, rectification, and withdrawal of consent.
  • To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

6. Third-Party Links

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

7. Children’s Privacy

42U does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to remove it.

8. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with the new effective date.

9. Contact Us

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