Privacy Policy

Teen Biz®, Teen Biz Box®, and Target Evolution Inc.
Last Updated: November 3, 2025

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1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Target Evolution Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (“Target Evolution,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, protects, and discloses personal information when you use our website, programs, products, and services, including Teen Biz® and Teen Biz Box® (the “Service”).

Because we serve youth ages 8–18 through entrepreneurship and experiential learning, we may collect limited information regarding minors with the consent of a parent or legal guardian or as reasonably necessary to provide our educational services.

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Definitions

• Account – A unique profile created to access the Service.

• Company – Target Evolution Incorporated, 1321 Upland Dr. #2925, Houston, TX 77043.

• Cookies – Small data files stored on your device to enhance website functionality and analytics.

• Device – Any device capable of accessing the Service (computer, tablet, phone).

• Personal Data – Information that identifies or can be used to identify an individual.

• Service – The Teen Biz Box website and related online services.

• Service Provider – A third party that processes information on our behalf (e.g., Wix.com).

• Usage Data – Technical or behavioral data automatically collected when using the Service.

• You – The individual or parent/guardian accessing or using the Service.

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Information You Provide

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Payment information (processed securely via Wix.com’s PCI-compliant systems)

• Account information (username, password, profile details)

• Information submitted through order forms, applications, surveys, or customer service interactions

B. Information About Minors

Because our programs serve youth ages 8–18:

• We may collect a minor’s name, age, or program participation details with parental/guardian consent.

• We do not knowingly collect additional information about a child without verification of parental permission.

• Parents may request review or deletion of their child’s data at any time.

C. Automatically Collected Usage Data

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Diagnostic and analytics data

• Mobile device identifiers

• Crash logs and system performance data

D. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use Cookies, web beacons, tags, and similar technologies to improve functionality, personalize the user experience, and analyze Service usage.

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Users may manage Cookie preferences through their browser settings.

4. How We Use Personal Data

We may use your information for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Service

• To process orders and manage transactions

• To manage user Accounts

• To communicate updates, confirmations, and customer support information

• To send marketing materials related to our nonprofit mission (you may opt out)

• To comply with legal obligations

• To conduct research and improve program delivery

• To support youth program participation and safeguard minors

• To protect against fraud or misuse of the Service

We Do NOT:

• sell personal information to third parties,

• rent or trade data,

• share information for advertising or profiling outside of our organization.

5. How We Protect Your Information

• All payment and order information is processed via Wix.com’s secure, PCI-compliant systems.

• The website domain is hosted through GoDaddy, which provides a valid and active SSL certificate to encrypt data in transit.

• We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.

No system is completely secure; however, we use industry-standard practices to safeguard your data.

6. Retention of Personal Data

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary to:

• fulfill the purposes described in this Policy,

• comply with legal and accounting obligations,

• maintain program records for minors as required by law,

• and protect our legal rights.

Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period unless required for security, service improvement, or legal compliance.

7. Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in locations where our service providers maintain their servers. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and security standards.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You may request to:

• access your personal information,

• correct or update it,

• delete it (subject to legal exceptions),

• withdraw consent (where applicable),

• manage Cookie preferences.

Parents or guardians may request access to or deletion of data collected about their minor child.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

9. Disclosure of Personal Data

We may disclose your information only:

• to service providers who assist in operating the Service (e.g., Wix.com),

• to comply with legal obligations or court orders,

• to protect our rights, users, minors, or the public,

• during organizational restructuring or nonprofit transition, with appropriate protections in place.

We do not sell or share personal information for profit.

10. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

• We may collect limited personal information about minors with verified parental or guardian consent.

• We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental permission.

• If we learn that information has been collected without permission, we will promptly delete it.

Parents or guardians may contact us at any time to review, update, or request deletion of their child’s data.

11. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of all external sites.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When changes occur, we will:

• update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page,

• post the revised policy on our website,

• notify users via email when required by law.

Continued use of the Service after updates signifies acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or would like to exercise your privacy rights, you may contact us:

Target Evolution Inc.
Website: www.targetevolution.org
Email: info@targetevolution.org