Private Policy

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Private Policy

GDPR & CCPA Compliance

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CEADA Academy (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

This policy applies to all users of https://ceadaacademy.education (the “Website”).

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data (GDPR – EU/UK Users)

Under GDPR, we process personal data only where a lawful basis applies, including:

  • Consent – when you voluntarily provide information (e.g., contact forms, comments)
  • Contractual necessity – to provide access to services, courses, or user accounts
  • Legal obligation – to comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • Legitimate interests – to operate, maintain, improve, and secure our Website and services

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.

Categories of Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal information:

  • Identifiers: name, email address, IP address
  • Account information: username and login credentials (if applicable)
  • Technical data: browser type, device information, operating system
  • Usage data: pages visited, interactions with content
  • Communications: messages submitted through forms or email

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13.

How We Use Personal Information

Personal data may be used to:

  • Provide and manage access to CEADA Academy services
  • Respond to inquiries and provide support
  • Improve website functionality and learning experience
  • Maintain security and prevent fraud or misuse
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

We may share limited data with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g., website hosting, analytics, spam detection)
  • Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
  • Security and technical service providers to protect the Website

All third parties are required to process data in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purpose for which it was collected
  • Meet legal, accounting, or security requirements
  • Maintain academic or user account records (where applicable)

Your Rights Under GDPR (EU/UK Users)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your data (“Right to be Forgotten”)
  • Restrict or object to certain processing activities
  • Request data portability
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

Your Rights Under CCPA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect and how it is used
  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of the sale of personal data (note: we do not sell personal data)
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

Requests may be submitted through our Contact page.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including the United States. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data.

Security Measures

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • Secure hosting infrastructure
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Malware and spam protection
  • Regular system and software updates

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Enable essential website functionality
  • Improve user experience
  • Analyze website usage and performance

You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or cookie consent tools. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

Data Controller Information

For GDPR purposes, CEADA Academy is the Data Controller responsible for processing your personal data.

For privacy-related inquiries or data requests, please contact us via the Contact page on our Website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.