Gardian Training Academy values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard information when you visit our website, contact our team, enroll in training courses, purchase products, or complete firearm-related transactions. By accessing our services or providing your information, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
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Guardian Training Academy
912 W Osterhout Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 720-3330
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with Guardian Training Academy. This may include your name, phone number, email address, mailing address, billing information, and any other details you submit through forms, purchases, or course registrations. When scheduling training, registering for events, or requesting services, we may collect additional information necessary to complete those services.
For firearm sales, transfers, or other regulated transactions, we may collect legally required information such as government-issued identification, date of birth, residency information, and documentation necessary to comply with federal, state, and local firearm laws. This information is collected strictly for compliance and verification purposes.
We may also automatically collect certain technical data when you visit our website. This may include your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, and pages visited. This data helps us improve site performance and user experience.
Guardian Training Academy uses personal information to operate our business efficiently and responsibly. This includes processing purchases and payments, coordinating firearm transfers, scheduling training classes, communicating with customers, verifying identity when required by law, and providing customer support.
We also use information to improve our website, enhance services, maintain accurate records, and comply with legal or regulatory obligations. We do not use your information for unrelated or deceptive purposes.
Certain information related to firearm purchases or transfers is required by federal and state regulations. These records must be collected, stored, and maintained according to applicable laws. In some cases, we may be required to share this information with authorized law enforcement or regulatory agencies.
Guardian Training Academy follows all applicable recordkeeping and compliance requirements. Information collected for regulatory purposes is handled securely and only disclosed when legally necessary.
Payments may be processed through secure third-party payment providers. Guardian Training Academy does not store complete credit card numbers or sensitive payment credentials on our systems. Third-party processors use their own safeguards and security practices to protect your financial data.
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to outside parties. Your information is used solely for legitimate business operations.
We may share limited information with trusted service providers that assist with website hosting, scheduling, payment processing, or operational support. These providers are authorized to use information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf and are expected to maintain confidentiality.
Information may also be disclosed when required by law, subpoena, court order, or other lawful governmental request.
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze usage. Cookies help us understand visitor behavior, remember preferences, and optimize performance. These technologies do not grant access to your personal data beyond what you voluntarily provide.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are restricted.
Guardian Training Academy implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. We maintain secure systems and limit access to sensitive data to authorized personnel only.
While we take strong precautions, no online system can guarantee complete security. By using our services, you acknowledge that some risk is inherent in electronic communications.
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill business purposes, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Firearm-related records may be retained for longer periods as required by law. When information is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to dispose of it securely.
You may contact us to review, update, or correct your personal information. You may also request details about the types of data we maintain. Certain information related to regulated transactions may not be eligible for deletion due to legal requirements.
You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by contacting us directly.
Our website may contain links to external websites for informational or convenience purposes. Guardian Training Academy is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We recommend reviewing their policies separately.
Our services are intended for adults and individuals legally eligible to participate in training or firearm transactions. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If we become aware that such information has been submitted, we will take appropriate steps to remove it when permitted by law.
Guardian Training Academy may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our services indicates acceptance of any updates.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Guardian Training Academy
912 W Osterhout Ave
Portage, MI 49024
(269) 720-3330
