Who we are
Our website address is https://bkamharic.com.
BK Amharic, LLC is dedicated to being your trusted guide in the exploration of the beautiful Amharic language. Our mission is to facilitate an exciting journey of language discovery, whether you have a personal connection to Ethiopia or are curious about its rich culture.
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form and the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site, you may opt-in to save your name, email address, and website in cookies. These are for your convenience, so you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will set up several cookies to save your login information and screen display choices. Login cookies last two days, and screen options cookies last a year. If you select “Remember Me,” your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
Suppose you edit or publish an article; an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Who do we share your data with
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
Information We Collect:
At BK Amharic, LLC, we understand the importance of privacy. When you visit our website, we may collect non-personal information, such as your IP address, browser type, and device information. This information is used to improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
Suppose you register for our language programs or use other interactive features on our site. In that case, we may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, and age. This information is used solely to provide a personalized and enriching language-learning experience.
How long we retain your data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can automatically recognize and approve any follow-up comments instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users who register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
How We Use Your Information:
The personal information we collect is used to tailor our language programs to your preferences and learning style. We may also use your email address to send you updates, newsletters, and information about our programs. Rest assured, we do not sell or share your personal information with third parties.
Data Security:
We prioritize the security of your information. BK Amharic, LLC employs industry-standard measures to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of your personal information.
What rights do you have over your data?
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you provided. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we must keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Your Choices:
You have the option to opt out of receiving promotional emails from us. You can do this by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails or by contacting us directly. Please note that even if you opt out of receiving promotional emails, we may still send you essential communications related to your language programs.
Children’s Privacy:
BK Amharic, LLC is committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our website and language programs are intended for users of all ages, focusing on young learners. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
Where is your data sent?
At BK Amharic, LLC, we prioritize the security and integrity of your data. As part of our commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable online experience, we utilize an automated spam detection service to monitor and analyze visitors’ comments on our website.
Automated Spam Detection Service:
When you engage with interactive features, such as leaving comments on our website, your data, including the content of your comments and associated information, may be sent to an automated spam detection service. This service employs advanced algorithms to assess and identify potential spam, ensuring our online community remains free from unwanted and malicious content.
Purpose of Data Transmission:
The primary purpose of sending data to the automated spam detection service is to maintain the integrity of our platform. We can promptly identify and mitigate spam or inappropriate material by analyzing user-generated content. This proactive approach enhances the overall quality of user interactions and fosters a secure environment for language learning and cultural exploration.
What Data is Sent:
The data sent to the automated spam detection service typically includes information users provide when submitting comments, such as usernames, email addresses, and the content of the comments. It is important to note that this data is only used for spam detection and is not shared or sold to third parties.
Security Measures:
We take significant measures to ensure the security of the data sent to the automated spam detection service. This includes using encryption and other industry-standard security protocols to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse of your information.
Your Consent:
By engaging with interactive features on our website, such as leaving comments, you acknowledge and consent to transmit your data to the automated spam detection service for the purposes outlined in this privacy policy.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy policy, please get in touch with us at support@bkamharic.com
Thank you for choosing BK Amharic, LLC for your language journey. We look forward to exploring the world of Amharic language and culture together!