NW Drivers Ed (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, schedule lessons, take driving instruction, or communicate with us by phone, SMS text messaging, email, or through our online services.
By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
- Name
- Address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Parent/guardian contact information (if the student is a minor)
- Billing and payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
Student & Service Information
- Scheduling details
- Lesson history
- Testing appointments
- Progress information related to driver training
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Cookie data (for functionality and performance)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide driving instruction and related services
- Schedule lessons, tests, and reminders
- Communicate with you via email, phone, or SMS
- Process payments
- Improve our website and services
- Meet regulatory and safety requirements
3. SMS/Text Messaging Policy (Required for Carrier Compliance)
We use SMS messaging to communicate about appointments, scheduling updates, test reminders, and student services.
Required Carrier Clause:
“No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.”
Additional SMS points:
- Message frequency may vary based on your activity.
- Message and data rates may apply.
- You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.
We only use SMS for operational communication related to your lessons, reminders, and customer support.
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information only with:
- Service providers (payment processors, scheduling systems, SMS platforms)
- Regulatory agencies when required for testing or state licensing
- Law enforcement if required by law
All vendors we work with are required to protect your data.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use:
- Essential cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Functionality cookies
You can disable cookies in your browser, but certain features may not work properly.
6. Children’s Privacy
We work with teens and minors for driver training.
We collect only the information necessary to provide instruction and communicate with parents/guardians.
We do not market to minors or sell data about minors.
Parents/guardians may request access, correction, or removal of their child’s information by contacting us.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data.
No online transmission is 100% secure, but we work to protect all personal information to the best of our ability.
8. Your Choices
You may:
- Opt out of SMS messaging (reply STOP)
- Request your data be updated or deleted
- Limit cookies through browser settings
9. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites (such as payment processors or state testing resources).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
NW Drivers Ed
Email: admin@nwdriversed.com
Phone: 541-248-1962
Website: https://www.nwdriversed.com
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact us.