Privacy Policy

How StarGuide Academy International protects your information

Effective Date: January 2025

At StarGuide Academy International, your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Nigerian Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and other applicable laws. By using our website, services, or interacting with us, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Identity Information: Name, title, date of birth, gender, and other identifiers.
Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and physical address.
Employment/Professional Information: CVs, work history, education, and references.
Payment Information: Billing details, bank account numbers, or other payment data.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, cookies, and website usage data.
Other Information: Any data you voluntarily provide when communicating with us.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data to:

Provide and improve our HR consulting and training services.
Process registrations for events, courses, and mentorship programs.
Respond to inquiries and communicate important updates.
Facilitate recruitment and talent placement services.
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
Conduct internal research and analytics to enhance our offerings.
Market our products and services, where you have given consent.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on at least one of the following legal grounds:

Your consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
The need to perform a contract or deliver services you have requested.
Legal obligations under applicable laws and regulations.
Our legitimate business interests, provided they do not override your fundamental rights.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

Affiliates and subsidiaries of StarGuide Academy International.
Trusted service providers and partners who help us deliver our services (e.g., IT support, payment processors).
Employers or recruiters, with your explicit consent, when you apply for job opportunities.
Regulators, government agencies, or law enforcement, where required by law.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Your Rights Under the NDPR, you have the following rights:

Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Correction: Ask us to update or correct inaccurate information.
Erasure: Request deletion of your data when it’s no longer needed.
Objection: Object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing.
Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw your consent to data processing at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at: dpo@starguideacademy.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of our website may not function properly without them.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to safeguard your information, please note that no system is completely secure.

9. International Transfers

Where it is necessary to transfer your data outside Nigeria, we ensure that adequate safeguards are in place to protect your information in line with NDPR requirements.

10. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date."

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

StarGuide Academy International
Email: dpo@starguideacademy.com
Website: www.starguideacademy.com