Critical Science Academy
1. Introduction
- Critical Science Academy is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all users’ personal data.
- This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected in accordance with applicable laws and regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- By using the Academy’s website, services, or Learning Management System (LMS), users agree to this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
The Academy may collect and process the following types of information:
- 2.1 Personal Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Identification details (where required)
- 2.2 Training & Account Information
- Course enrollment details
- Attendance records
- Assessment results
- Certification records
- 2.3 Technical Information
- P address
- Device type and browser
- Login activity and platform usage
3. Purpose of Data Collection
Personal data is collected and used for the following purposes:
- Delivering training services
- Managing course registration and access
- Tracking attendance and performance
- Issuing certificates
- Providing technical support
- Communicating with users
- Improving services and user experience
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed based on:
- User consent
- Contractual necessity (course registration)
- Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Data Sharing
Critical Science Academy does not sell or rent personal data.
- Data may be shared only when necessary with:
- Regulatory or accreditation bodies (if required)
- Service providers (e.g., LMS platforms, hosting services)
- Payment service providers (where applicable)
- All third parties are required to maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.
6. Data Security
The Academy implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:
- Secure systems and servers
- Access control and authentication
- Monitoring and security updates
7. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
- Comply with legal or regulatory requirements
- Data will be securely deleted or anonymized when no longer required.
8. User Rights
Users have the right to:
- Access their personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion (where applicable)
- Requests may be submitted through official communication channels.
9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
The Academy may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve user experience
- Analyze system usage
- Enhance platform performance
- Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.
10. Data Breach & Incident Management
In the event of a data breach, the Academy will:
- Investigate the incident promptly
- Take corrective actions
- Notify affected users and authorities where required
11. Third-Party Links
- The Academy’s website may contain links to third-party websites.
- Critical Science Academy is not responsible for the privacy practices of such external sites.
12. Policy Updates
- Critical Science Academy reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time.
- Any changes will become effective upon publication on the Academy’s website.
13. Policy Acceptance
- By enrolling in any course, participants acknowledge and agree to comply with this Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Information
- For privacy-related inquiries or requests, users may contact the Academy through its official communication channels.