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Effective Date: 8/1/2025

Firearms Training Chicago (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [www.firearmstrainingchicago.com] and use our services, including registration for training courses, certifications, and online communications.

By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:
 

a. Personal Information

When you register for courses or contact us, we may collect:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Billing and mailing address

• Date of birth (if required for legal compliance)

• Government-issued ID (for certain certifications)

• Firearms license information (if applicable)

• Emergency contact information (for on-site safety)
   

b. Payment Information

We process payments through secure third-party providers (e.g., Wix Payments, Stripe, PayPal). We do not store your full credit card information on our servers.
 

c. Technical Data

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Pages visited and duration

• Referring website

• Cookies and tracking technologies
   

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes including:

• Processing course registrations and payments

• Providing course updates and scheduling information

• Verifying eligibility for firearms training or certification

• Sending transactional or promotional emails (you may opt out at any time)

• Improving website functionality and user experience

• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
   

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• With service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) under confidentiality agreements

• With regulatory or law enforcement agencies if required by law

• With instructors or partners directly involved in your training

• In connection with a merger, sale, or company reorganization (you will be notified if applicable)
   

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember user preferences

• Analyze website traffic

• Customize user experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may limit functionality of some parts of our site.

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5. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data, including SSL encryption and secure third-party payment processing. However, no online transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

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6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access or correct your personal information

• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal exceptions)

• Opt out of promotional emails (via unsubscribe links)

• Request information about data sharing

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
Email: pdslevnik@ameritech.net

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7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., government firearm licensing portals). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies independently.

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8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us so we can delete it.

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9. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

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10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Continued use of our site and services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

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11. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Firearms Training Chicago
Email: pdslevnik@ameritech.net
Phone: 708-212-3067
Website: www.firearmstrainingchicago.com

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