Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide you with our corporate finance analysis platform and educational services. This includes information you provide directly and data we gather automatically through your use of our services.
Personal Information
Name, email address, phone number, professional title, company information, and educational background when you register for our learning programs or platform access.
Professional Data
Work experience, industry certifications, career goals, and professional interests to customize your learning experience and provide relevant content recommendations.
Usage Analytics
Platform interaction data, course progress, assessment results, time spent on modules, and feature usage patterns to improve our educational offerings.
Technical Information
IP address, browser type, device information, operating system details, and session data for security purposes and platform optimization.
How We Use Your Information
Your information helps us deliver personalized educational experiences and maintain our platform's security and functionality. We use data to track your learning progress, provide relevant course recommendations, and ensure our services meet your professional development needs.
We analyze usage patterns to identify areas where learners typically struggle, allowing us to improve course content and provide additional support resources. Your professional background helps us suggest career-relevant modules and connect you with appropriate learning paths within corporate finance.
Communication preferences you've set determine how we send course updates, new content notifications, and platform announcements. We never use your information for unrelated marketing purposes or share it with third parties for their promotional activities.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We work with carefully selected service providers to deliver our educational platform and support services. These partners include cloud hosting providers, payment processors, email service providers, and analytics tools that help us understand platform performance.
All third-party partners are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and data processing terms that align with South African data protection requirements. They're only authorized to process your information for specific purposes related to providing our services.
We may share aggregated, anonymized data for research purposes or industry reports, but this information cannot be traced back to individual users. In cases of legal requirements or court orders, we may be required to disclose information as mandated by South African law.
Your Privacy Rights
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Access Your DataRequest a copy of all personal information we hold about you, including how long we've stored it and how it's been used.
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Correct InaccuraciesUpdate or correct any incorrect personal information in your profile or learning records at any time through your account settings.
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Delete Your InformationRequest complete deletion of your account and associated data, subject to legal retention requirements for educational records.
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Data PortabilityReceive your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format that you can transfer to another service provider.
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Restrict ProcessingLimit how we process your information while maintaining essential account functionality and legal compliance requirements.
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Withdraw ConsentOpt out of non-essential data processing activities, marketing communications, or analytics tracking at any time.
Security Measures
We implement comprehensive security protocols to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Our security approach combines technical safeguards, administrative controls, and physical security measures.
Data Encryption
All data transmitted between your device and our servers uses industry-standard TLS encryption protocols.
Access Controls
Multi-factor authentication and role-based access ensure only authorized personnel can access your information.
Regular Monitoring
Continuous security monitoring and regular vulnerability assessments protect against emerging threats.
Secure Backups
Encrypted backup systems ensure data availability while maintaining security and privacy standards.
Data Retention Periods
We retain your information for different periods depending on the type of data and legal requirements. Our retention schedule balances your privacy rights with legitimate business needs and compliance obligations.
Account Activity Data
Login records, session data, and basic usage analytics are retained for one year after your last platform access for security and support purposes.
Learning Progress Records
Course completion certificates, assessment scores, and educational achievements are kept for three years to support career verification needs.
Financial Transaction Records
Payment information and billing records are maintained for seven years to comply with South African financial record-keeping requirements.
Anonymized Research Data
Completely anonymized usage patterns and learning analytics may be retained indefinitely for educational research and platform improvement.
International Data Transfers
Cross-Border Data Processing
Some of our cloud service providers and technical partners operate servers outside South Africa, including facilities in the European Union and United States. When we transfer your data internationally, we ensure adequate protection through approved transfer mechanisms.
We use standard contractual clauses approved by data protection authorities and select partners who maintain equivalent privacy protections to those required under South African law. You have the right to request details about specific international transfers affecting your data.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our platform uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your learning experience, remember your preferences, and analyze platform usage. Essential cookies are necessary for basic functionality, while analytics cookies help us understand user behavior and improve our services.
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may limit platform functionality. We don't use cookies for advertising purposes or share cookie data with marketing companies. Session cookies automatically delete when you close your browser, while preference cookies remain until you clear them or they expire.
Children's Privacy
Our corporate finance platform is designed for working professionals and individuals pursuing advanced career development. We don't knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18 years old. If we discover we've inadvertently collected such information, we'll delete it promptly and restrict access to the affected account.
Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to our platform should contact us immediately. We'll investigate and take appropriate action to protect the child's privacy while complying with applicable child protection laws.
Policy Updates and Changes
We review and update this privacy policy annually or when significant changes occur to our data processing practices. Material changes that affect your rights or how we use your information will be communicated through email notifications and prominent platform notices.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy. Continued use of our platform after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the changes, though we'll always respect rights and preferences you've previously established.
Privacy Questions and Requests
38 Shepstone Street, Brenthurst
Brakpan, 1541, South Africa
Phone: +27 51 507 3767
Available: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM SAST