Prime Factor (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a nonprofit educational organization
dedicated to creating joyful, rigorous math and computer science experiences
for students and families. We are committed to protecting the privacy of the
children and families who participate in our programs. This Privacy Policy
explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
By using our website or participating in our programs, you agree to the practices
described in this Privacy Policy.
We collect only the information necessary to operate our programs, communicate with families, and improve our services.
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Contact information — name, email address, phone number, and mailing or billing address.
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Demographic information — city, state, and general location details.
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Communications — messages sent via email, our website, or social media; survey responses; and other interactions.
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Registration and transactional information — program selections,
session dates, confirmations, and payment status.
- Marketing preferences— your choices about receiving newsletters or announcements.
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Photos, videos, and other user‑generated content — media you voluntarily share or authorize us to collect through photo permissions.
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Payment information payment card or bank account details processed securely by third‑party payment processors; Prime Factor does not store full payment card numbers.
- Other information — any additional details you choose to provide.
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Public sources — publicly available information, including social media content you choose to make public.
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Service providers — organizations that help us process payments, manage communications, or support our website.
Prime Factor does not participate in affiliate marketing networks or commercial data‑licensing programs.
When you interact with our website or communications, we and our service providers may collect:
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Device information — browser type, operating system, device type, IP address, and general location (city or region).
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Usage information — pages visited, time spent on pages, navigation patterns, referring websites, and email engagement.
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Cookies and similar technologies — small data files that help us understand website usage, improve performance, and personalize your experience.
We do
not knowingly collect personal information from children without the consent of a parent or guardian.
Prime Factor uses personal information
to run our programs safely and effectively, communicate with families, and support a positive learning environment.
We use personal information to:
- Provide and improve classes, camps, workshops, and events.
- Communicate confirmations, reminders, updates, and schedule changes.
- Support safety and security, including identity verification when needed.
- Understand community needs and improve our offerings.
- Respond to questions, feedback, and support requests.
We may use your information to share:
- Program‑related updates.
- Newsletters, announcements, and community stories.
You may opt out of non‑essential communications at any time.
Prime Factor does
not use personal information for targeted advertising, interest‑based advertising, or participation in commercial advertising networks.
We may use personal information to:
- Comply with laws and legal requests.
- Protect the rights, safety, and property of participants, staff, and the organization.
- Monitor internal processes for compliance.
- Enforce our Terms of Service and policies.
- Prevent or investigate fraud, misuse, or security incidents.
When required by law—such as photo permissions
for minors—we will request consent and use the information only for approved purposes.
We may create aggregated or de‑identified data to:
- Analyze participation trends.
- Improve programs and operations.
- Communicate about our impact without identifying individuals.
We may share aggregated or de‑identified data with partners,
funders, or community stakeholders for lawful, mission‑aligned purposes.
We request explicit permission from parents/guardians
before using student photos or work samples in newsletters, marketing materials, or our website.
Families may update or revoke permissions at any time by contacting us.
We share information only when necessary to operate our programs or comply with the law.
We may share limited information with trusted vendors who help us run our programs
(e.g., registration platforms, email services). These providers
are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they perform.
We may disclose information if required to do so by law or to protect the safety of students,
staff, or the community.
We do not share student information with advertisers or unrelated third parties.
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
While no system is completely secure, we work to ensure that your information is handled responsibly and with care.
Families may:
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Update or correct personal information
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Change communication preferences
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Modify or revoke photo/media permissions
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Request deletion of certain information, subject to legal or operational requirements
To make a request, please contact us at
info@pfmathcircle.org
We comply with applicable laws regarding children’s privacy. We collect personal information
from children only with parent or guardian consent and use it solely for educational purposes.
Our website may contain links to third‑party sites. We are not responsible
for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes,
we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of the page. Significant changes will be communicated to families directly.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information,
please contact us at:
info@pfmathcircle.org.
Our address is 2707 152nd Ave NE Suite 6L, Redmond, WA 98052
