Collection and use of information
To conduct business and deliver products and services, Pearson collects and uses personal information in a variety of contexts, including:
Products and Services
Our online products and services post specific privacy policies. We collect personal information for the purpose of providing our online products and services. The privacy policy applicable to an online product or services is posted on that product or service.
Support
Our support sites provide resources to help users of our products and services. Users may also submit requests for assistance through the support portals on those sites. The privacy policy applicable to a support site is posted on that support site.
Questions and Inquiries
For inquiries and questions, we collect the inquiry or question, together with name, contact details (email address, phone number and mailing address) and any other additional information voluntarily submitted to us through a Contact Us form or an email. We use this information to address the inquiry and respond to the question.
Online Store
For orders and purchases placed through our online store, we collect order details, name, institution name and address (if applicable), email address, phone number, shipping and billing addresses, credit/debit card information, shipping options and any instructions. We use this information to complete transactions, fulfill orders, communicate with individuals placing orders or visiting the online store, and for related purposes.
Surveys
Pearson may offer opportunities to provide feedback or participate in surveys, including surveys evaluating Pearson products, services or sites. Participation is voluntary. Pearson collects information requested in the survey questions and uses the information to evaluate, support, maintain and improve products, services or sites, develop new products and services, conduct educational research and for other purposes specified in the survey.
Contests and Drawings
Occasionally, we may sponsor a contest or drawing. Participation is optional. Pearson collects name, contact information and other information specified on the entry form for the contest or drawing to conduct the contest or drawing. Pearson may collect additional personal information from the winners of a contest or drawing in order to award the prize and for tax reporting purposes, as required by law.
Employment
We collect personal information from individuals seeking employment. We use personal information submitted through our online employment application portals to evaluate applications for employment.
Contractors and Authors
We collect personal information from individuals, who are our contractors and authors, for purposes of our contractual relationship and agreement. This information may include name, contact information, contractual details, banking information required to submit payment, and social security number or tax identification number and other information required to comply with applicable tax laws.