Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1st January, 2024

Welcome to Africademia, your premier digital learning platform. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with Nigerian laws, particularly the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). We are committed to ensuring the privacy and security of both instructors and learners. By using our platform, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect:

For Instructors:

• Personal Information: We collect and process personal information such as your name, email address, and profile information. Payment details for subscription purposes are securely processed.

• Course Creation Data: Content, materials, and other information provided during the course creation process.

For Learners:

• Personal Information: We collect and process personal information, including your name, email address, and payment details for subscription purposes.

• Learning Data: We track your course progress, assessments, and interactions within the platform to enhance your learning experience.

2. How We Use Your Information:

For Instructors:

• We use your personal information to facilitate course creation and management.
• Payment details are processed securely for revenue reports and transactions.
• We may use your contact information to communicate platform updates and marketing materials.

For Learners:

• Your personal information is used to customize learning experiences based on your preferences.
• We track your course progress and provide recommendations to optimize your learning journey.
• Payment details are processed securely for subscription purposes.

3. Information Sharing:

• For Instructors: Limited information, such as pseudonyms, may be shared publicly for course promotion purposes.

• External Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party services for analytics, payment processing, and communications.

4. Data Security:

• We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.
• Regular monitoring and updating of security protocols ensure the ongoing security of your data.

5. Cookies and Tracking:

• Cookies and similar technologies are used to enhance your user experience on our platform.
• Learners have the option to manage cookie preferences through their account settings.

6. Your Choices:

• You have the right to opt-out of marketing communications.
• Learners can control cookie preferences through their account settings.
• You can review and update your personal information through your account settings.

7. Third-Party Links:

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

8. Children’s Privacy:

• Our platform is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

9. Updates to Privacy Policy:

• We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices. Please check regularly for updates.

10. Contact Us:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the processing of your data, please contact us at support@africademia.com.

By using Africademia, you agree to this Privacy Policy, which adheres to Nigerian data protection laws. We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy.

Africademia Team