PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: March 6, 2026
1. Introduction
Qesh Standards Academy (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website academy.qeshstandards.com and use our learning management services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Register for an account
- Enroll in courses
- Make payments
- Contact us for support
- Subscribe to newsletters
This may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing address
- Payment information (processed securely through Flutterwave)
- Company/organization name
- Professional credentials
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you access our platform, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Course progress and completion data
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain your login session
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze platform usage
- Improve user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Process course enrollments and payments
- Deliver training materials and certificates
- Communicate course updates and announcements
- Provide customer support
- Improve our services and content
- Send promotional emails (with your consent)
- Comply with legal obligations
- Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
- Consent: When you register and agree to our terms
- Contract Performance: To deliver courses you’ve enrolled in
- Legal Obligation: To comply with Nigerian tax and business laws
- Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and prevent fraud
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do NOT sell your personal information.
We may share your data with:
5.1 Service Providers
- Flutterwave: Payment processing
- Email service providers: Course communications
- Cloud hosting providers: Data storage
5.2 Legal Requirements We may disclose information when required by:
- Nigerian law enforcement agencies
- Court orders
- Regulatory bodies (e.g., NDPC, CAC)
5.3 Business Transfers In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Secure payment processing via Flutterwave
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and authentication
- Encrypted data storage
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for:
- Active accounts: Duration of your enrollment + 7 years (for compliance)
- Certificates and records: Indefinitely (for verification purposes)
- Marketing data: Until you unsubscribe
- Payment records: 10 years (Nigerian tax law requirement)
8. Your Rights Under NDPR
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
- Objection: Opt-out of marketing communications
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Withdrawal of Consent: Revoke consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@qeshstandards.com
9. International Data Transfers
Your data is primarily stored in Nigeria. If transferred internationally, we ensure adequate protection through:
- Standard contractual clauses
- Service providers with NDPR-equivalent protections
10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes.
13. Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights:
Qesh Standards Academy
Email: info@qeshstandards.com
Phone: +234 809 595 3739 / +234 809 595 3752
Address: Suite 18, Rosyl Plaza, Trans Woji Rd, beside Koral Event Center, Woji, Port Harcourt 500102, Rivers
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