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PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: January 31, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to SCL Academy ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website (sclacademy.com.ng) and our educational services.

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or our practices with regard to your personal information, please contact us at [insert contact email].

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you register for an account or enroll in our courses, we may collect:

Identity Information: Full name, date of birth, gender
Contact Information: Email address, phone number, physical address
Account Information: Username, password (encrypted)
Educational Information: Course enrollments, progress, grades, certificates earned
Payment Information: Billing details (processed through secure third-party payment processors)
Profile Information: Profile photo, bio, educational background, career interests

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you access our platform, we automatically collect:

Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, courses viewed, clickstream data
Cookies and Similar Technologies: Session cookies, preference cookies, analytics cookies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

Social media platforms if you choose to connect your account
Payment processors regarding transaction status
Educational partners or institutions you authorize to share your information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

3.1 Provide Educational Services

Deliver course content and learning materials
Track your progress and issue certificates
Provide personalized learning recommendations
Enable interaction with instructors and other students

3.2 Improve Our Platform

Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
Develop new features and courses
Conduct research and analytics

3.3 Communicate With You

Send course updates and announcements
Respond to your inquiries and support requests
Send promotional materials (you can opt-out anytime)
Send important notices about our services

3.4 Process Transactions

Process payments and prevent fraud
Maintain transaction records
Issue receipts and invoices

3.5 Comply With Legal Obligations

Meet regulatory and compliance requirements
Protect our rights and property
Enforce our Terms of Service

4. Legal Basis for Processing (NDPR Compliance)

Under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), we process your personal data based on:

Consent: When you agree to receive marketing communications or use certain features
Contract Performance: To provide the educational services you've enrolled in
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, prevent fraud, and ensure security
Legal Obligation: To comply with Nigerian laws and regulations

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

5.1 Service Providers

Cloud hosting providers
Payment processors
Email service providers
Analytics providers
Customer support tools

5.2 Educational Partners

Instructors who teach courses you're enrolled in
Institutions that issue certificates (with your consent)
Accreditation bodies (when applicable)

5.3 Legal Requirements

When required by Nigerian law
To respond to legal processes (court orders, subpoenas)
To protect rights, property, or safety

5.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with advance notice to you)

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
Secure password storage (hashing and salting)
Regular security audits
Access controls and authentication
Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as:

Your account is active
Necessary to provide our services
Required by Nigerian law (typically 6 years for transaction records)
Necessary to resolve disputes or enforce our agreements

After this period, we will securely delete or anonymize your information.

8. Your Rights Under NDPR

You have the right to:

Access: Request copies of your personal information
Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
Object: Object to processing of your personal information
Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
File a Complaint: Lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. If you are under 18, you must have parental or guardian consent to use our services. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately. If you believe we might have information from or about a child under 13, please contact us.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

Keep you signed in
Remember your preferences
Analyze site traffic and usage
Personalize content and advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our platform.

11. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside Nigeria. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and NDPR requirements.

13. Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may send you promotional materials about:

New courses and programs
Special offers and discounts
Educational tips and resources
Platform updates

You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time by:

Clicking "unsubscribe" in any marketing email
Updating your communication preferences in your account settings
Contacting us directly

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

SCL Academy
Email: hello@sclacademy.com.ng
Website: https://sclacademy.com.ng

16. Consent

By using SCL Academy's services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to our collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described herein.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services.

Effective Date: January 31, 2026

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