Credit Card Information Authorization, Use, and Retention Policy
Section 1. Policy Statement
Golden Heart School Academy maintains this policy to ensure that the collection, authorization, use, and retention of student credit card information is conducted in a manner that is transparent, voluntary, secure, and consistent with applicable consumer protection standards.
Section 2. Permitted Use of Credit Card Information
Upon acceptance by the student, Golden Heart School Academy will use stored credit card information solely for the purpose of processing tuition fees. No charges outside of those disclosed in the student’s enrollment agreement, payment plan, or written authorization shall be processed.
Section 3. Storage and Data Security
Golden Heart Academy utilizes secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment processors for all electronic payment transactions. The following safeguards are maintained:
Full credit card numbers, CVV codes, and sensitive authentication data are not stored by the school in plain text.
Access to payment information is limited to authorized administrative personnel with billing responsibilities.
Credit card information is retained only for the duration of the program until all financial obligations are settled.
Credit Card Authorization and Consent Form.
Golden Heart Academy
I authorize Golden Heart Academy to retain my credit/debit card information through a secure, PCI-compliant payment processor for the limited purpose of processing tuition fee.
I Acknowledge and Understand That:
I am responsible for maintaining valid and current payment information and sufficiency of funds.
The student is responsible to fulfill payment as scheduled if the credit card is declined.
By accepting the above terms and conditions, I certify that I have read and fully understand this authorization and consent to its terms.