Argus Futures, INC.

Privacy Policy

Argus Futures, Inc. (“Argus,” “we,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about you. It applies to the website argus.ai and the Argus mobile apps (collectively, our “Services”). This policy applies only to the practices of companies we own, control, or are united with under common control.

By accessing or using our Service, you signify that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.

1. How We Collect and Use Information

We collect the following types of information:

Registration and Profile Information:

When you register, we collect personal information such as your email address, user name, password, and phone number. You may also provide high school information, test scores, academic details, and billing information if you subscribe to paid services. Sensitive personal data (e.g., location, income, academic scores) is only collected with your explicit consent and used as described in this policy.

Social Media Integration:

If you interact with us via platforms like Google or X, we may receive profile data based on your privacy settings. You can modify these settings through the social platform.

Location Data:

With your permission, we may collect GPS coordinates or similar data from your mobile device to personalize content and improve Services.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

We use cookies, web beacons, and analytics tools to enhance your experience. You can adjust your browser’s “Do Not Track” settings or manage cookie preferences through your account.

2. Sharing Your Information

We share your personal information in the following instances:

1. With Your Consent:

No data is ever shared without your consent.  However, you may choose to share progress with parents, educators, or colleges. If consent is revoked, we will stop future sharing. However, previously shared data will remain with the third party.  

2. School-Based Services:

If you access the Service through your school, your data will be shared automatically with the school and cannot be revoked.

3. With Service Providers and Vendors:

We may share data with third-party vendors to process payments, analyze usage, or deliver content. Vendors may only use your data as necessary to perform services for us under confidentiality agreements.

4. In Legal or Business Transactions:

We may disclose your data in response to legal obligations or as part of a merger, acquisition, or bankruptcy process.

3. Your Choices Regarding Your Information

       • Account Control:

You can update your account and communication preferences anytime through your profile settings.

Opting Out of Marketing:

Unsubscribe from promotional emails by clicking the link in our messages. However, you may not opt out of essential communications (e.g., account updates or security notices).

Data Retention:

We retain your information as long as needed to provide Services or for legal or audit purposes. If your account is inactive for over two years, it will be deleted unless legally required to retain it.

Deleting Your Account:

Contact us at hello@argus.ai to request account deletion.

4. How We Store and Protect Information

We use industry-standard physical, administrative, and technological safeguards to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities within 72 hours, where required by law.

Your information may be stored in the U.S. or other countries. By using our Services, you consent to data transfers outside of your region.

5. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for users under 13 years of age in the U.S. or under 18 years of age in India. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that such data has been collected, it will be deleted promptly.

Parents or guardians can contact us at hello@argus.ai to report unauthorized data collection.

6. International Users and Cross-Border Transfers

We transfer data across borders for processing and storage. If you are located in India or the European Union, you acknowledge that your data may be transferred to jurisdictions that may not offer the same level of protection.

By using our Services, you explicitly consent to these transfers.

7. Your Rights by Jurisdiction

California Residents:

Right to Access and Deletion: You may request access to or deletion of your personal data by contacting us at hello@argus.ai.

Right to Opt Out: You can opt out of data sharing by adjusting your account settings or contacting us directly.

Indian Residents:

Consent Withdrawal: You can withdraw your consent to data collection and sharing by contacting us at hello@argus.ai.

Data Correction and Portability: You may request correction or access to your data at any time.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing personal information.

9. Sponsored Content and Advertising

From time to time, we may display targeted content from partner colleges. Sponsored content will be labeled as such. We do not share your personal information with advertisers. However, by clicking on sponsored content, the advertiser may infer certain information based on your engagement.

We do not allow third-party behavioral tracking on our site or app.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our business or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes via email or in-app notifications.

This policy was last updated on October 20, 2024.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

Email: hello@argus.ai

Address: Argus Futures, Inc., 2261 Market Street, Suite 4230, San Francisco, CA, 94114.