Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how Skill Rise IT Academy collects, uses, and protects your personal data.

Last updated: June 2025

 

1. Introduction

Skill Rise IT Academy (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or enrol in our programmes. Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the Site.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you fill out enquiry forms, enrol in courses, or contact us. This includes your full name, email address, phone number, course interests, and any messages you send us. We may also automatically collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited via cookies and analytics tools.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to: respond to your enquiries and provide course information; process enrolments and payments; send updates, course materials, and marketing communications (with your consent); improve our website and services; comply with legal obligations; and prevent fraudulent activity.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data with trusted service providers who assist in operating our website and delivering services (e.g., payment processors, email platforms), provided they agree to keep this information confidential. We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember preferences and analyse traffic. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that some features of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Enquiry and enrolment data is retained for a minimum of 3 years. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us (see Section 10).

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website uses HTTPS encryption. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms, payment gateways). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal data, we will delete that information promptly.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to: access the personal data we hold about you; request correction of inaccurate data; request deletion of your data; object to or restrict processing of your data; and withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent). To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@skillriseitacademy.com.

11. Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may send you emails or WhatsApp messages about our programmes, events, and offers. You can opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message or clicking the unsubscribe link in emails. We will honour opt-out requests within 10 business days.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Email: info@skillriseitacademy.com | WhatsApp: +91 80084 51249 | Address: Hyderabad, Telangana, India