Privacy Policy

The Verbal Dude (operated by GD Test Prep E.I.R.L) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, and phone number (optional) when you download our free guide or register for courses
• Learning Platform Data: Username, password, course progress, quiz scores, and activity logs when you use our Moodle learning platform
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our website through Google Analytics and cookies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Deliver your free TOEFL® iBT 2026 guide via email
• Provide access to our learning platform and TOEFL® preparation courses
• Track your course progress and provide personalized feedback
• Send course updates and important notifications (not marketing emails)
• Improve our website and services
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support

3. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on Google Cloud servers located in Montreal, Canada (zone: northamerica-south1-a). We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

Contact information from forms is stored in Google Sheets within a secure Google Workspace account.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your data may be shared only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Google Cloud (hosting), Google Analytics (website analytics), and Moodle (learning platform) - only as necessary to provide our services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our legal rights

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website and to improve user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from email communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. International Users

If you are accessing our website from outside Canada, please note that your information will be transferred to and stored in Canada. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us