Effective Date: June 22, 2025
About This Privacy Policy
PMHNP Online (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website https://www.pmhnponline.com/ to help prospective students find and compare Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) programs. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand how we handle your personal information.
Table of Contents
- Information We Collect
- How We Use Your Information
- How We Share Your Information
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Your Rights and Choices
- Data Security
- Data Retention
- Third-Party Links and Services
- Children’s Privacy
- International Users
- Changes to This Privacy Policy
- Contact Us
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
When you use our website or services, you may provide us with:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Educational Background: Current education level, previous degrees, GPA
- Professional Information: Work experience, current job title, healthcare licenses
- Program Preferences: Preferred program format (online, hybrid, on-campus), location preferences, start date preferences
- Communications: Messages you send us through contact forms, chat features, or email
- Account Information: Username, password, and profile information if you create an account
Information We Collect Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, search queries
- Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address
- Referral Information: Website that referred you to our site
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
- Educational Partners: PMHNP programs that partner with us may share information about your inquiries or applications
- Lead Generation Partners: Third-party services that help connect students with educational programs
- Social Media Platforms: If you interact with us on social media or use social login features
- Data Enhancement Services: Third-party services that help us verify and enhance contact information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
Core Services
- Helping you find and compare PMHNP programs that match your criteria
- Connecting you with admissions representatives from relevant programs
- Providing personalized program recommendations
- Processing and responding to your inquiries
Communications
- Sending you information about PMHNP programs that may interest you
- Providing educational resources and career guidance
- Sending service-related notifications and updates
- Responding to your questions and support requests
Website Improvement
- Analyzing website usage to improve our services and user experience
- Conducting research to better understand prospective PMHNP students’ needs
- Testing new features and functionality
- Ensuring website security and preventing fraud
Marketing and Advertising
- Sending you marketing communications about our services (with your consent)
- Displaying personalized advertisements on our website and other platforms
- Measuring the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
3. How We Share Your Information
With Educational Partners
We share your information with PMHNP programs and educational institutions when:
- You request information about specific programs
- You submit an inquiry or application through our platform
- You consent to being contacted by program representatives
With Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website and services, including:
- Website hosting and technical infrastructure providers
- Email and communication service providers
- Analytics and marketing platforms
- Customer support tools
- Payment processors (if applicable)
For Legal and Safety Reasons
We may disclose your information when required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes, court orders, or government requests
- Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
- Investigate and prevent fraud, security breaches, or other illegal activities
- Enforce our Terms of Service
Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
With Your Consent
We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
Third-Party Tracking
We work with third-party advertising and analytics companies that may place cookies on your device to:
- Track your browsing activity across websites
- Deliver targeted advertisements
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Provide website analytics
Your Cookie Choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. You can also opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting:
- Network Advertising Initiative: www.networkadvertising.org/choices
- Digital Advertising Alliance: www.aboutads.info/choices
5. Your Rights and Choices
Communication Preferences
- Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link or contacting us
- Communication Preferences: You can update your communication preferences in your account settings
Account Information
- Access: You can view and update your account information at any time
- Account Deletion: You can request deletion of your account by contacting us
State Privacy Rights
If you are a resident of California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, or other states with privacy laws, you may have additional rights including:
- Right to Know: Request information about what personal data we collect and how we use it
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for targeted advertising
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication requirements
- Employee training on data protection practices
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services to you
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
10. International Users
If you are located outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy
- Notify you by email (if you have provided an email address)
- Post a notice on our website
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us.