GuardianPath DC | Security Operations & Compliance Platform

GuardianPath DC ("we," "our," or "us"), operated by A Washington Ventures LLC, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform at guardianpathdc.com and our mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password when you create an account.

Professional Information: Security license numbers, license expiration dates, employer/company information, and officer ID photos you upload.

Training & Progress Data: Course completion records, quiz scores, exam results, and certificates earned on our platform.

Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your full credit card information on our servers.

Usage Data: Log data, IP addresses, browser type, device information, and pages visited to improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

Provide, operate, and maintain the GuardianPath DC platform
Process your subscription payments and send receipts
Track your security license renewal deadlines and training progress
Issue digital certificates upon course completion
Send important account and service notifications
Respond to customer support inquiries
Improve and develop new features for the platform
Comply with applicable laws and regulations in the District of Columbia

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only with:

Service Providers: Stripe (payment processing), Resend (transactional email), and our cloud hosting providers who operate under strict data protection agreements.

Business Operators: If you are enrolled through a security company account, your employer may have access to your training records, license status, and compliance information as part of their team management features.

Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL/TLS encryption, encrypted password storage using bcrypt hashing, and secure API authentication. While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Training records and certificates may be retained for up to 7 years to support license renewal verification requirements.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access and receive a copy of your personal data
Correct inaccurate personal information
Request deletion of your account and personal data
Opt out of non-essential communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@guardianpathdc.com.

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies and local storage to maintain your session and preferences. We do not use third-party tracking or advertising cookies.

8. Children's Privacy

GuardianPath DC is intended for security professionals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 years of age.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice on our platform.

10. Contact Us

A Washington Ventures LLC (GuardianPath DC)

213 Division Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019

Email: support@guardianpathdc.com

Website: guardianpathdc.com