Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 20, 2026
Last Modified: January 20, 2026
1. Introduction
At SkillPlus Academy (https://www.skillplusacademy.com), we prioritize the privacy and security of our users, including students, employers, and corporate training clients. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our website, services, or programs such as course enrollments, job recruitment via NextGen Recruit, or corporate training.
We process personal data only after obtaining free, specific, informed, unconditional, and unambiguous consent, unless processing is permitted or required by applicable law. We comply with India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), and where applicable, GDPR and CCPA.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Students: Name, email, phone number, billing details, educational background, and course-related information.
- Employers (NextGen Recruit): Company name, contact person details, job requirements, and billing information.
- Corporate Training Clients: Company details, contact information, participant names/emails, and training requirements.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to improve functionality, remember preferences, track course progress, and analyze usage. You can manage cookie preferences through our consent banner or browser settings.
Embedded Third-Party Content
Our website may include embedded content such as ClassPlus, YouTube videos, Google Maps, and social media widgets. These third-party platforms may collect data independently under their own privacy policies.
Analytics and Log Data
We collect anonymized analytics data (e.g., via Google Analytics), including IP address, device type, browser information, referral pages, and interactions to improve our services.
Job Application Data
- Students: Resumes, certifications, skills, and job-related details submitted through NextGen Recruit.
- Employers: Job postings, candidate preferences, and recruitment interactions.
3. How We Use Your Information
For Students
- To process enrollments, deliver courses, track progress, and issue certificates.
- To provide personalized learning recommendations.
- To send transactional communications and promotional messages (only if you opt-in).
- To facilitate job placement via NextGen Recruit with explicit consent.
For Employers
- To enable candidate discovery and recruitment services.
- To analyze hiring trends and platform performance.
For Corporate Training Clients
- To schedule, customize, and deliver training programs.
- To share progress reports and certifications.
4. How We Share Your Information
Service Providers: Payment gateways, hosting providers, email platforms, and analytics tools under contractual data protection obligations.
Job Placement: Student profiles shared with employers only after explicit opt-in consent.
Corporate Training: Participant details shared with corporate clients for reporting and compliance.
Legal or Consent-Based Sharing: As required by law or with your explicit consent.
We do not sell your personal data.
5. Data Retention
Students & Employers: Data retained while accounts are active; inactive accounts deleted or anonymized after 2 years.
Corporate Training: Records retained for up to 5 years.
Analytics: Anonymized data retained for improvement purposes.
6. Cookies
- Essential cookies
- Functional cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Marketing cookies (opt-in)
- Third-party cookies
7. Data Security
We use reasonable security safeguards including SSL encryption, access controls, and periodic audits. However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
8. Your Rights
- Access, correction, or deletion of personal data
- Withdrawal of consent
- Opt-out of marketing, WhatsApp, or SMS communications by replying “STOP”
- Data portability where applicable
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for users aged 18 and above. Minors may use services only with parental or guardian consent.
10. International Data Transfers
Data may be stored on servers outside India. We ensure appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be reflected by the “Last Modified” date above.
12. Contact Us
Email: [email protected]
Address: SkillPlus Academy, Surat, Gujarat, India
Phone: +91 8734955303
Thank you for trusting SkillPlus Academy.