Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we protect and handle your personal information.

Last Updated: July 26, 2025

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At SkillCourses, we understand that privacy is fundamental to building trust with our learning community. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal information.

We comply with all applicable U.S. federal and state privacy laws, including COPPA for children's privacy, FERPA for educational records, and state-specific privacy regulations.

Quick Summary: We collect information necessary to provide educational services, protect your data with industry-standard security measures, never sell your personal information, and give you control over your privacy settings.

1. Introduction

Skill Courses ('we,' 'our,' or 'us') is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our online learning platform.

This policy complies with applicable U.S. federal and state privacy laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and various state privacy regulations.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our service:

Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number, and postal address

• Date of birth (for age verification and COPPA compliance)

• Educational background and learning preferences

• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

Educational Records

• Course enrollment and completion data

• Quiz scores, assignment submissions, and assessment results

• Learning progress and time spent on platform

• Certificates and achievements earned

Technical Information

• IP address, browser type, and operating system

• Device information and unique device identifiers

• Log files, cookies, and similar tracking technologies

• Usage patterns and interaction data with our platform

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information through various methods:

Directly from You

• During account registration and profile setup

• When you enroll in courses or make purchases

• Through customer support interactions

• Via surveys, feedback forms, and communications

Automatically as You Use Our Service

• Through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies

• Via analytics tools that track user behavior

• Through server logs and technical monitoring

From Third Parties

• Social media login services (with your consent)

• Payment processors for transaction verification

• Educational institutions (for institutional accounts)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

Educational Services

• Providing access to courses, assessments, and learning materials

• Tracking learning progress and generating certificates

• Personalizing learning experiences and recommendations

• Facilitating communication between students and instructors

Account Management

• Creating and managing user accounts

• Processing payments and managing subscriptions

• Providing customer support and technical assistance

• Sending important service-related communications

Platform Improvement

• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our services

• Conducting research to enhance educational effectiveness

• Developing new features and content

• Ensuring platform security and preventing fraud

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

• Cloud hosting and data storage providers

• Payment processing companies

• Email and communication service providers

• Analytics and customer support tools

Educational Partners

• Institutions that sponsor your enrollment (with consent)

• Instructors and teaching assistants (for course-related purposes)

• Certification bodies for credential verification

Legal Requirements

• To comply with legal obligations and court orders

• To protect our rights, property, and safety

• To prevent fraud and ensure platform security

• In connection with business transfers or acquisitions

6. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

We are committed to protecting children's privacy online and comply with COPPA requirements:

Age Restrictions

• Users under 13 are prohibited from creating accounts

• Users ages 13-17 must have verifiable parental consent

• We implement age verification mechanisms during registration

Parental Rights

• Parents can review their child's personal information

• Parents can request deletion of their child's data

• Parents can refuse further collection of their child's information

• We provide clear contact methods for parental inquiries

Special Protections

• Limited data collection from users under 18

• Enhanced security measures for minor accounts

• Restricted communication features for underage users

• Regular review of minor account activities

7. Educational Records (FERPA Compliance)

For institutional accounts and partnerships, we comply with FERPA requirements:

Educational Records Protection

• Student educational records are kept confidential

• Access is limited to authorized educational personnel

• Records are secured with appropriate technical safeguards

Student Rights

• Right to inspect and review educational records

• Right to request amendment of inaccurate records

• Right to consent to disclosure of educational records

• Right to file complaints with the Department of Education

Directory Information

• Name, email, and enrollment status may be treated as directory information

• Students can opt-out of directory information disclosure

• Institutions control directory information policies

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Types of Cookies

• Essential cookies for platform functionality

• Performance cookies for analytics and optimization

• Functional cookies for personalization

• Targeting cookies for relevant content (with consent)

Your Cookie Choices

• You can control cookie settings through your browser

• You can opt-out of non-essential cookies

• Some features may not work without certain cookies

Third-Party Analytics

• We use Google Analytics and similar services

• You can opt-out through browser settings or opt-out tools

• We anonymize IP addresses when possible

9. Data Security and Protection

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

Technical Safeguards

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission

• Encrypted storage of sensitive information

• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments

• Multi-factor authentication for administrative access

Administrative Safeguards

• Employee training on privacy and security

• Access controls and need-to-know principles

• Regular review of data access logs

• Incident response and breach notification procedures

Physical Safeguards

• Secure data centers with restricted access

• Environmental controls and monitoring

• Backup and disaster recovery procedures

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

• Right to access your personal information

• Right to receive a copy of your data

• Right to data portability in machine-readable format

Correction and Deletion

• Right to correct inaccurate information

• Right to delete your personal information

• Right to restrict processing of your data

Communication Preferences

• Right to opt-out of marketing communications

• Right to control notification settings

• Right to withdraw consent for data processing

How to Exercise Your Rights

• Contact us using the information provided below

• Use account settings to manage preferences

• We will respond to requests within 30 days

11. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations:

Account Information

• Retained while your account is active

• Deleted within 90 days of account closure (unless required by law)

• Some information may be retained for legal compliance

Educational Records

• Course completion data retained for certification purposes

• Progress data may be retained for research (anonymized)

• Records may be transferred to institutions upon request

Legal and Security Data

• Log files retained for security purposes (up to 2 years)

• Payment records retained per legal requirements

• Breach investigation data retained as needed

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own:

Data Processing Locations

• Primary data processing occurs in the United States

• Cloud providers may store data in multiple locations

• We ensure adequate protection for international transfers

Safeguards for Transfers

• Standard contractual clauses with service providers

• Adequacy decisions where applicable

• Additional security measures for sensitive data

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements:

Notification of Changes

• Material changes will be announced via email or platform notification

• Updated policy will be posted with the new effective date

• Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes

Review and Updates

• We review this policy annually

• Changes take effect immediately upon posting

• Previous versions are archived for reference

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, want to exercise your privacy rights, or need to report a privacy concern, please contact us:

Privacy Officer:

Email: privacy@skillcourses.com

Phone: 1-800-PRIVACY (1-800-774-8229)

Response Time: Within 30 days

Mailing Address:

SkillCourses Privacy Department

123 Education Ave

Learning City, LC 12345

United States

Regulatory Compliance

SkillCourses complies with the following U.S. privacy and educational regulations:

COPPA

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act - protecting users under 13

FERPA

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act - protecting educational records

State Laws

Compliance with applicable state privacy regulations

By using SkillCourses, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any updates to this policy.