Opitco Oy Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Cookie Policy

Updated: November 17, 2024

This document outlines the privacy policy, terms of use, and cookie policy for Opitco Oy, covering the websites opitco.fi and edu.opitco.fi, which operate internationally and provide courses via the MasterStudy learning platform. By using the service, you agree to these terms and conditions.

The original Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Cookie Policy document was written in Finnish, and this is its translation.

1. Privacy Policy

1.1 Name of the Register

Opitco.fi User Register

1.2 Data Controller

Opitco Oy/Kari Vitikainen
Tilhintie 27, 48220 Kotka, Finland
Business ID: 3281546-6
Email: info@opitco.fi
Phone: +358 45 353 73 62

1.3 Collected Data

When you register or use the service, we collect the following data:

  • Username and email address
  • Course selections, participation history, submitted assignments, and exam results
  • Basic transaction information (date, amount, and payment confirmation)
  • Anonymous data collected via cookies to improve the service
1.4 Purpose of Data Processing

The collected data is processed for the following purposes:

  • Providing and managing courses and the learning platform
  • Monitoring users’ academic progress and providing feedback
  • Performing and documenting payment transactions
  • Enhancing service usability and customer experience
1.5 Legal Basis

The processing of data is based on:

  1. Consent: Users provide their data when registering.
  2. Performance of a Contract: Delivering the service to the user.
  3. Legal Obligations: Compliance with GDPR and Finnish legal requirements.
1.6 Data Sharing and Retention
  • Data Sharing: Data will not be shared with third parties without the user’s consent, except in cases of legal requirements.
  • Data Retention: Data is retained until the user deletes their account. Inactive accounts are deleted after two years.
1.7 User Rights

Users have the right to:

  • Access their personal data
  • Request correction, deletion, or restriction of data processing
  • Object to data processing and withdraw consent
  • Receive their data in a machine-readable format (data portability)
    Contact: info@opitco.fi

2. Terms of Use

2.1 User Responsibility
  • Users must use the service in compliance with Finnish laws and good practices.
  • Users are responsible for safeguarding their credentials and for any misuse resulting from negligence.
2.2 Service Provider Responsibility
  • Opitco Oy maintains the service to the best of its ability but is not liable for service interruptions caused by third parties or force majeure.
2.3 Service Interruptions and Liability Disclaimer
  • Temporary interruptions may occur due to technical updates or disruptions from third-party providers.
  • The company is not liable for indirect damages, such as loss of income, resulting from service interruptions.
2.4 Payments and Payment Services
  • Payments are processed through third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
  • Opitco Oy does not store payment information but only receives payment confirmation.
3. Cookie Policy

The website uses cookies to ensure functionality and improve the service. Users can manage their cookie settings via their browser, but essential cookies are used without explicit consent.

4. Liability and Dispute Resolution

4.1 Disclaimer of Liability

Opitco Oy is not liable for:

  1. Disruptions caused by third parties, such as data breaches.
  2. User negligence, such as weak password management.

4.2 Dispute Resolution

All disputes related to the service are governed by Finnish law, with Kotka District Court as the primary legal venue.

5. Appendix: User Security Guidelines

To ensure the security of the service, users are expected to follow these guidelines:

  1. Use a strong password (min. 8 characters, including uppercase, lowercase, numbers).
  2. Protect your credentials and change your password if you suspect it has been compromised.
  3. Keep your devices and software up to date.
  4. Report any suspicious activity to info@opitco.fi.

Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in user liability for any damages.

Contact Information

Data Controller:
Opitco Oy
Tilhintie 27, 48220 Kotka, Finland
Email: info@opitco.fi
Phone: +358 45 353 73 62

Opitco Oy reserves the right to update this document in accordance with changes in legislation or service requirements.

 
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