Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 31, 2025
Website: https://www.fivebeforecollege.com
At Five Before College (“FBC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our students, families, and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website, programs, or services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information to provide effective and personalized college coaching services. This may include:
1. Student and parent names
2. Email addresses and phone numbers
3. Academic records, goals, and interests
4. Application materials (e.g., essays, transcripts, resumes)
5. Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)
6. Technical data such as IP address and browser information when you visit our site
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
1. To deliver coaching, guidance, and educational support
2. To manage accounts, sessions, scheduling, and communication
3. To personalize content, programs, and services
4. To provide updates, newsletters, or promotional materials (you may opt out anytime)
5. To improve our website and customer experience
6. For internal operations, research, and analytics
7. To fulfill legal and regulatory obligations
3. Third-Party Software and Tools
To enhance our services, Five Before College uses trusted third-party platforms and software for scheduling, data management, communication, and marketing. These may include but are not limited to:
1. Calendar and scheduling platforms
2. Secure document storage (e.g., Google Drive, Notion, Airtable, Sheets, Docs)
3. Email and CRM tools (e.g., Mailchimp, GoHighLevel, Pipedrive)
4. Our Learning Management System (ClickFunnels)
4. Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
All third-party tools used by FBC are fully compliant with data protection laws and industry standards.
We do not sell or rent your personal data. All student and parent data is used exclusively by the FBC team for coaching operations and may also be used for marketing or promotional purposes.
4. Data Protection and Security
We take the protection of your data seriously. We implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of your information.
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. However, we continually review and update our practices to ensure the highest level of protection.
5. Data Sharing
Your personal data is only accessed by authorized FBC team members. We will never share your data with unaffiliated third parties unless:
1.) You give explicit consent
2.) It is required to provide services you request
3.) It is required by law or legal process
6. Marketing Communications
We may use your email address or phone number to send you occasional updates, resources, or opportunities related to college admissions and student development. You may opt out of receiving marketing emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us directly.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
1. Access your personal data
2. Request corrections to inaccurate data
3. Request deletion of your data (in certain circumstances)
4. Withdraw consent for marketing communications
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
8. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental or guardian consent. If we discover such data has been collected inadvertently, we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top. Continued use of the site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Mailing Address: Five Before College, Boston, MA