Last updated: January 1, 2026
Privacy at a Glance
- We collect only the data necessary to provide our services
- Your test results are kept confidential and never shared without consent
- We use industry-standard encryption to protect your information
- You can request deletion of your data at any time
- We do not sell your personal information to third parties
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
When you use our Service, you may provide us with:
- Account Information: Email address, name, password, and profile details
- Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address (processed securely by our payment providers)
- Test Responses: Your answers to IQ test questions and cognitive assessments
- Communications: Messages you send us through support channels
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you access our Service, we automatically collect:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns
- Log Data: IP address, access times, referring URLs
- Performance Data: Test completion times, response patterns
Note: We collect performance data to improve test accuracy and user experience, not for individual profiling.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
| Purpose |
Legal Basis |
| Providing and improving our IQ tests |
Contract performance |
| Processing payments and subscriptions |
Contract performance |
| Sending service-related communications |
Legitimate interest |
| Analyzing usage to improve services |
Legitimate interest |
| Preventing fraud and abuse |
Legitimate interest |
| Marketing communications (with consent) |
Consent |
| Complying with legal obligations |
Legal obligation |
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
3.1 Service Providers
Third-party companies that help us operate our Service, including:
- Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
- Cloud hosting providers (AWS, Google Cloud)
- Analytics services (Google Analytics)
- Email service providers
3.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others.
3.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
Your Test Results: We never share your individual test results with employers, educational institutions, or other third parties without your explicit consent.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your login status and preferences
- Understand how you interact with our Service
- Analyze traffic and improve performance
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
Types of Cookies We Use
| Type |
Purpose |
Duration |
| Essential |
Required for basic site functionality |
Session |
| Functional |
Remember your preferences |
1 year |
| Analytics |
Understand usage patterns |
2 years |
| Marketing |
Deliver relevant advertisements |
90 days |
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: All data transmitted using TLS 1.3 encryption
- Secure Storage: Data stored in encrypted databases with access controls
- Regular Audits: Security assessments and penetration testing
- Employee Training: Staff trained on data protection practices
- Incident Response: Established procedures for handling security incidents
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services to you
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Improve our services through aggregated analytics
Specific retention periods:
- Account data: Until account deletion, plus 30 days
- Test results: 3 years after last activity, or until deletion request
- Payment records: 7 years (legal requirement)
- Analytics data: 26 months (anonymized)
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Right to Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
Right to Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Object
Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Right to Restrict
Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@bestiqtest.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
For California Residents (CCPA)
You have the right to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt-out of the sale of personal information (though we do not sell personal information).
For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
You have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
8. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such information.
For users between 13 and 18, we recommend parental supervision when using our Service.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws.
When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Data processing agreements with all service providers
- Privacy Shield certification where applicable
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the new policy on this page
- Updating the "Last updated" date
- Sending an email notification for material changes
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.