Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 31, 2025

1. Introduction

AfriAcademy ("we," "us," or "our") is an educational platform dedicated to providing online courses in digital marketing, AI, entrepreneurship, and more. Based in Cameroon, we prioritize your privacy and comply with Law No. 2010/021 on Cybersecurity and Cybercrime, as well as applicable international data protection laws. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle your personal data.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all users of our website (www.afri-academy.com), including students, visitors, and those interacting with our services via third-party platforms (e.g., Google Sign-Up).

3. Data We Collect

3.1 Personal Data

• Registration: First name, last name, email address, and password.
• Google Sign-Up: Name and email from your Google account.
• Optional: Additional profile information (e.g., educational background) you choose to provide.

3.2 Non-Personal Data

• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent, and course interactions.
• Cookies: Small data files for analytics and functionality (see Section 9).

4. How We Collect Data

We collect data:

• Directly from you during registration or account updates.
• Automatically via cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• From third parties like Google during OAuth sign-up.

5. Purpose and Legal Basis

We process your data for:

• Service Delivery: To provide courses and manage your account (contractual necessity).
• Communication: To send updates and marketing emails (with your consent).
• Improvement: To analyze usage and enhance our platform (legitimate interest).
• Compliance: To meet legal obligations under Cameroonian law.

In Cameroon, Law No. 2010/021 requires consent for data processing, which we obtain during registration.

6. Data Sharing

We share data only with:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: Authorities if mandated by Cameroonian or international law.
• No Sales: We do not sell your data to third parties.

7. International Transfers

Data may be transferred to servers outside Cameroon (e.g., Google servers in the US). We ensure compliance with international standards via contractual safeguards.

8. Data Security

We implement:

• SSL encryption for data transmission.
• Secure storage on encrypted servers.
• Regular security audits.

Despite these measures, no online system is 100% secure. We strive to mitigate risks.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use:

• Essential Cookies: For site functionality.
• Analytics Cookies: To track usage (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Marketing Cookies: For personalized offers (optional, with consent).

Manage preferences in your browser or via our cookie banner.

10. Your Rights

Under Cameroonian law and, where applicable, GDPR/CCPA, you may:

• Access your data.
• Request corrections or deletion.
• Opt out of marketing.
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., Cameroon’s telecom regulator).

Email support@afri-academy.com to exercise these rights.

11. Data Retention

We retain data:

• Active accounts: As long as your account is active.
• Inactive accounts: Up to 2 years, then deleted unless legally required.
• Legal purposes: As mandated by law.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. Significant changes will be notified via email or site announcement.

14. Contact Us

For questions, complaints, or data requests, contact:

Email: support@afri-academy.com

AfriAcademy, Cameroon