Privacy Policy

GDPR & CCPA Compliant

Effective Date: January 18, 2026

Livetalent (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website
https://livetalent.org.
We are an online directory and comparison engine for Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal data in
accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer
Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).

1. Who We Are (Data Controller)

Livetalent is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

Website: https://livetalent.org
support@livetalent.org

2. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

• Consent – newsletters, non-essential cookies
• Legitimate Interest – analytics, site security, affiliate attribution
• Contractual Necessity – registered user accounts
• Legal Obligation – compliance with applicable laws

3. Affiliate Disclosure & Monetization

Livetalent participates in affiliate marketing programs. When you click an affiliate link and
make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

Affiliate partners may use cookies to track referrals. These cookies do not store personally
identifiable information and typically expire within 30–90 days.

Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest (GDPR) / Not sold (CCPA)

4. Personal Data We Collect

a) Comments

• Name (if provided)
• Email address (hashed)
• IP address
• Browser user agent

Purpose: Spam detection and moderation

b) Newsletter & Email Subscriptions

• Name
• Email address

Used to send educational content, updates, and course offers.
You may unsubscribe at any time.

c) Cookies & Tracking

We use essential, analytics, and affiliate cookies. Non-essential cookies are used only with
your consent.

5. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, course previews, logos).
Embedded content behaves as if you visited the external website directly and may collect data
about you.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal data.

• Spam detection services
• Hosting and security providers
• Email marketing platforms
• Analytics providers (aggregated data)

7. Data Retention

8. Your Rights Under GDPR (EU/EEA)

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Request erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

9. Your Rights Under CCPA / CPRA (California)

• Know what personal data is collected
• Access and request deletion of data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Not be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights

Notice: Livetalent does not sell personal information as defined under CCPA.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed outside your country of residence. Where required, we use
appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

11. Children’s Information

Livetalent does not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 years of age
(or under 16 in the EU).

12. Data Security

We use SSL encryption, secure hosting, access controls, and regular monitoring to protect
your data. No system can guarantee absolute security.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a
revised effective date.

14. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:
support@livetalent.org