Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Skillnest ("we", "our", or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our online education platform. This policy applies to users globally, with specific compliance measures for users in India (Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023) and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries (including GDPR principles where applicable).
2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Identification Data: Name, email address, phone number, and account credentials.
- Educational Data: Course progress, assessment results, and interaction with faculty.
- Financial Data: Payment details, billing address, and transaction history (processed securely via third-party payment gateways; we do not store raw credit card numbers).
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage metrics.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data strictly for legitimate educational and business purposes:
- To create and manage your student account.
- To process payments and deliver educational content.
- To communicate important updates regarding courses, exams, and platform changes.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations in India and the GCC.
4. Data Protection & Security
We implement robust, industry-standard security measures, including encryption and secure server hosting, to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We abide by the core principles of data minimization and purpose limitation as outlined in the Indian DPDP Act and international privacy frameworks.
5. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., under the DPDP Act or GCC privacy laws), you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or update your personal data.
- Request the deletion of your personal data ("Right to be Forgotten").
- Withdraw your consent for data processing at any time.
- Grievance redressal regarding how your data is handled.
6. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:
Email: [email protected]
WhatsApp: +91 88911 13372