At TopSchoolsRankings.com, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy document explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle user information when you visit or interact with our website. Our website publishes school-related blogs, rankings, lists, and informational articles only, and any data collection is limited to what is necessary to operate and improve the platform.
By using TopSchoolsRankings.com, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please discontinue use of the website.
Information We Collect
We collect information in two main ways:
1. Personal Information
We may collect personal information only when users voluntarily provide it. This may include:
- Name and email address (when contacting us or submitting inquiries)
- School-related details (if a school submits information for review or correction)
Providing personal information is entirely optional. You may browse our website without submitting any personal data.
2. Non-Personal Information
When users visit TopSchoolsRankings.com, we may automatically collect non-personal information such as:
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- IP address (anonymized where applicable)
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
- Referring URLs
This information helps us understand user behavior and improve website performance and content quality.
How We Use Your Information
The information collected is used for the following purposes:
- To respond to user inquiries and communication
- To improve website content, structure, and user experience
- To analyze traffic trends and website performance
- To maintain website security and prevent misuse
We do not use collected information for unsolicited marketing or spam.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
TopSchoolsRankings.com may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies help us understand how users interact with our content and allow us to optimize website functionality.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features or functionality of the website.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services such as analytics tools or advertising partners to better understand website usage and performance. These third parties may collect non-personal data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
TopSchoolsRankings.com does not control or take responsibility for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, rent, or share personal information with third parties except:
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect the rights, safety, or security of our website and users
Any shared information is limited to what is legally necessary.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect user information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of online data transmission or storage is completely secure.
By using our website, you acknowledge and accept this inherent risk.
Children’s Information
TopSchoolsRankings.com does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. Our content is intended for parents, guardians, educators, and general audiences researching schools.
If you believe that a child has provided personal information on our website, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.
External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites for reference or additional information. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of external websites.
Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
Policy Updates
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date.
Continued use of the website after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Your Consent
By using TopSchoolsRankings.com, you hereby consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.