Privacy Policy and Cookie Tracking
Effective Date: 04/01/2026
Last Updated: 04/20/2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Vanguard Christian Education (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website, www.becomeavanguard.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information from individuals who interact with our website. This policy applies only to information collected through our website and not to information collected offline or through other channels.
2. Information We Collect
We collect limited personal information, specifically:
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Contact Information: When individuals voluntarily sign up for our mailing list, we may collect their name, email address, and/or phone number.
We do not collect any other personal data through forms, accounts, or transactions on this website.
3. How We Use Information
The information collected is used solely for:
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Sending newsletters, updates, or announcements related to Vanguard Christian Education
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Responding to inquiries or communications initiated by the user
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Maintaining and improving our communications with subscribers
We do not use personal information for profiling, automated decision-making, or unrelated marketing purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website is hosted on the Wix.com platform, which uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience.
Cookies are small files stored on your device that help:
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Ensure the proper functionality and security of the website
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Understand how visitors interact with the website
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Improve website performance and user experience
These cookies may be set by Wix and its service providers as part of hosting and analytics functionality.
Users can choose to disable cookies through their browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal information.
We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:
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With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website and communications, including Wix.com, which provides website hosting, mailing list management, and email marketing services
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When required by law or to comply with legal processes
All service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of personal information.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
Users may unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time using the link provided in our emails.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Individuals may:
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Request access to the personal information we hold about them
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Request correction or deletion of their information
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Opt out of communications at any time
To make a request, please contact us at: contact@becomeavanguard.com
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate consent, in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
If we become aware that such information has been collected without proper consent, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.
11. Texas Privacy Rights
As a Texas-based educational institution, we strive to comply with applicable state and federal privacy laws governing personal information.
This includes, where applicable:
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The Texas Business and Commerce Code § 521.053, which requires notification in the event of a breach involving sensitive personal information
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The Texas Education Code § 32.152, which governs the protection and use of student information by educational institutions and related service providers
Although our website collects only limited information (such as mailing list contact details), we are committed to:
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Maintaining appropriate safeguards for any personal information collected
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Limiting data collection to what is necessary for communication purposes
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Not selling or sharing personal information for commercial purposes
Texas residents may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information by contacting us using the information provided below.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: contact@becomeavanguard.com
Mailing Address:
Vanguard Christian Education
PO Box 3190, Bandera, Tx 78003
