Pro Aptitude Academy Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 27th, 2025
Information Collection
Pro Aptitude Academy collects personal information necessary for providing educational services including full legal names as they appear on certificates, email addresses, contact information, payment details, and educational progress data. We collect information when users register for accounts, enroll in aptitude courses, complete assessments, and interact with academy services.
Use of Information
Personal information is used to provide educational services, issue certificates and the signature trio documentation, maintain student records, process payments, communicate important updates, and ensure compliance with educational standards. Student progress data is used to track completion of aptitude course optimisations and generate personalised certificates, referral letters, and recommendation letters.
Data Storage and Security
All personal information is stored using blockchain technology and bank-level security measures. Student data is maintained in secure databases with encryption protocols. Academic records, certificates, and documentation are permanently archived in our blockchain system for verification purposes and do not expire.
Information Sharing
Pro Aptitude Academy does not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Information may be shared with educational authorities for compliance verification, with employers for certificate verification when requested by students, and with law enforcement when required by Canadian law.
Third-Party Services
The academy utilises third-party technology platforms including IONOS for hosting, Supabase for database services, and Thinkific for content delivery. These services may collect technical data such as IP addresses, browser information, and usage statistics in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
Cookies and Tracking
The academy website may use cookies to enhance user experience, maintain login sessions, and track educational progress. Users can disable cookies through browser settings, though this may affect functionality of certain features.
Student Rights
Students have the right to access their personal information, request corrections to inaccurate data, and understand how their information is being used. Students cannot request deletion of academic records, certificates, or signature trio documentation as these are permanent educational credentials that do not expire.
Data Retention
Personal information is retained indefinitely to maintain the integrity of permanent educational records and certificate verification systems. Academic achievements, certificates, referral letters, and recommendation letters are permanently archived for ongoing verification purposes.
Parental Consent
Users under 18 years of age must have parental or guardian consent to use academy services. Parents have the right to review their minor child's personal information and educational records.
International Data
Transfer Personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries where our technology partners operate, including the United States, Germany, Israel, France, and the United Kingdom, in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Privacy Policy Updates
This privacy policy may be updated at any time without prior notice. Continued use of academy services constitutes acceptance of any modifications to privacy practices.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this privacy policy or data practices should be directed to Pro Aptitude Academy through official channels. Students may request information about their personal data or raise privacy concerns at any time.
Canadian Privacy Compliance
This privacy policy complies with Canadian privacy legislation including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial privacy laws. Personal information is collected, used, and disclosed in accordance with Canadian privacy standards.
Data Security Incidents
In the event of any data security incident, affected users will be notified in accordance with Canadian privacy breach notification requirements. The academy maintains incident response procedures to protect personal information and minimise any potential impact.