Privacy Policy
We're committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we collect, use, and safeguard your data at Flexbaseova Academy.
This policy explains our practices regarding personal information collection and use in compliance with Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us when you interact with our educational services. This happens when you enquire about courses, register for programs, or contact us for support.
Personal Information Categories
- Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
- Educational qualifications and professional background details
- Career goals and business interests for course customization
- Technical information about your device and internet connection
- Communication preferences and marketing consent choices
- Payment details processed through secure third-party providers
We only collect information that's necessary for providing our educational services and improving your learning experience with us.
Automatic Information Collection
Our website collects certain information automatically through cookies and similar technologies. This includes your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site. We use this data to understand how people use our website and to improve functionality.
How We Use Your Information
Your information helps us deliver personalized educational experiences and communicate effectively about our programs. We're careful to use your data only for purposes that directly benefit your learning journey.
- Processing course applications and managing your enrollment
- Delivering educational content and course materials
- Providing customer support and responding to your inquiries
- Sending program updates and educational resources you've requested
- Improving our courses based on feedback and learning outcomes
- Complying with legal requirements and maintaining business records
Marketing Communications
We'll only send you marketing emails if you've given us permission. These might include information about new courses, educational resources, or industry insights. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails.
We never sell your personal information to third parties, and we don't use it for purposes unrelated to your educational experience with us.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We share your information only when necessary to provide our services or when required by law. Our approach is to keep your data private while ensuring you receive the best possible educational experience.
Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party providers for payment processing, email delivery, and educational platform hosting. These companies are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specific services they provide to us.
- Payment processors for secure transaction handling
- Email service providers for course communications
- Cloud storage providers for secure data backup
- Educational technology platforms for course delivery
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by Australian law, court order, or government regulation. This includes cooperating with law enforcement or regulatory authorities when legally obligated to do so.
Your Privacy Rights
Under Australian privacy law, you have several important rights regarding your personal information. We've designed our processes to make exercising these rights straightforward and responsive.
Access Your Information
Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you, including how we've used it and who we've shared it with.
Correct Your Information
Ask us to update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information in our records.
Delete Your Information
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and business record-keeping requirements.
Restrict Processing
Ask us to limit how we use your information while we address any concerns you have about accuracy or usage.
Making a Request
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details provided below. We'll respond within 30 days and may need to verify your identity before processing your request. There's no charge for most requests, though we may apply reasonable fees for excessive or repetitive requests.
If you're not satisfied with our response to your privacy request, you can lodge a complaint with the Australian Privacy Commissioner.
Data Security and Retention
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our approach combines technical, administrative, and physical safeguards.
Security Measures
- Encrypted data transmission using SSL/TLS protocols
- Secure servers with regular security updates and monitoring
- Access controls limiting staff access to necessary information only
- Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
- Secure backup systems with encryption at rest
Data Retention
We keep your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes we collected it, or as required by Australian law. Course enrollment records are typically retained for seven years for regulatory compliance, while marketing preferences are kept until you withdraw consent.
When we no longer need your information, we securely delete or anonymize it using industry-standard data destruction methods.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and help us understand how visitors use our site. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that remember your preferences and activity.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies for basic website functionality and security
- Performance cookies to understand website usage patterns
- Functional cookies to remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing cookies to show relevant course information (with consent)
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality, but you'll still be able to access most of our content and services.
International Data Transfers
While we primarily store your information in Australia, some of our service providers may process data in other countries. When this happens, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information according to Australian privacy standards.
We carefully vet international service providers and use contractual arrangements to ensure your data receives equivalent protection regardless of where it's processed.
We never transfer your personal information to countries or organizations that don't provide adequate privacy protections without your explicit consent.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll notify you by email or through a prominent notice on our website.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we're protecting your information. The date at the top of this page shows when the policy was last updated.
Continued use of our services after policy changes indicates your acceptance of the updated terms. If you disagree with changes, please contact us to discuss your concerns or discontinue using our services.
Privacy Questions and Concerns
If you have questions about this privacy policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, we're here to help.