1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

When you create an account, purchase a course, apply as an instructor, participate in communities, or contact us, we may collect:

• Full name

• Email address

• Mobile number

• Profile photo

• Date of birth (if applicable)

• Educational information

• Professional information

• Address details (if required)

• Payment-related information

• Resume or CV (for internships)

• Documents submitted for verification

• Course reviews and comments

• Community posts and messages

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you use our platform, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Device information

• Browser type

• Operating system

• Login activity

• Course progress

• Assessment attempts

• Pages visited

• Session duration

• Referral source

• Cookies and similar technologies

C. Instructor Information

If you apply as an instructor, we may additionally collect:

• Professional experience

• Qualification details

• Identity verification documents

• Tax-related information

• Bank account details for payouts

• Course submission information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use information to:

• Create and manage user accounts

• Deliver educational services

• Process course purchases

• Process refunds

• Generate certificates

• Verify course completion

• Facilitate instructor payouts

• Provide internship-related services

• Improve platform performance

• Respond to support requests

• Detect fraud and misuse

• Send important platform notifications

• Comply with legal obligations

3. Course Progress and Learning Data

Selfcode Academy may track:

• Course enrollments

• Lesson completion

• Assessment scores

• Assignment submissions

• Certificates earned

• Community participation

This information is used to improve learning experiences and provide accurate progress tracking.

4. Community Content

Information shared within community forums, discussions, comments, reviews, and public profile areas may be visible to other users.

Users are responsible for the content they voluntarily share through public areas of the platform.

5. Internship Information

When applying for internships, users may provide:

• Resume or CV

• Educational details

• Skills and qualifications

• Portfolio links

• Contact information

Such information may be shared with the relevant organization solely for evaluating internship applications.

6. Payment Information

Payments are processed through trusted third-party payment service providers.

Selfcode Academy does not store complete debit card, credit card, banking passwords, UPI PINs, or other sensitive payment credentials on its servers.

Payment providers may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember user preferences

• Maintain login sessions

• Analyze platform usage

• Improve user experience

• Enhance security

• Personalize content

Users may control cookie preferences through browser settings; however, disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

8. How We Share Information

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Technology, hosting, payment processing, analytics, communication, and customer support providers.

Instructors

Information reasonably necessary for delivering purchased courses and supporting enrolled students.

Organizations

Information submitted by users applying for internships.

Legal Authorities

When required by applicable law, court order, regulatory requirement, or legal process.

Business Transfers

In connection with mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, or sale of assets.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational measures to protect user information from:

• Unauthorized access

• Data loss

• Misuse

• Disclosure

• Alteration

• Destruction

While we strive to protect information, no internet-based service can guarantee absolute security.

10. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide services

• Maintain records

• Comply with legal obligations

• Resolve disputes

• Enforce agreements

Certain information may remain in backups or archived systems for a limited period.

11. User Rights

Subject to applicable laws, users may have the right to:

• Access personal information

• Update account information

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion of certain information

• Withdraw consent where applicable

• Request information about data processing activities

Requests may be submitted through the contact information provided below.

12. Account Deletion

Users may request account deletion by contacting Selfcode Academy support.

Please note that:

• Certain records may be retained for legal, accounting, compliance, fraud prevention, or security purposes.

• Course purchase records, certificates, transaction histories, and related information may be retained where required by law or business operations.

13. Children's Privacy

Selfcode Academy does not knowingly collect personal information from children below the minimum age permitted by applicable law without appropriate parental or guardian consent.

If we become aware that such information has been collected improperly, we will take reasonable steps to remove it.

14. Third-Party Links

The platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services.

Selfcode Academy is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party platforms.

Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party services they access.

15. Marketing Communications

We may send communications related to:

• Course updates

• Platform announcements

• Promotions

• New features

• Internship opportunities

• Community updates

Users may opt out of promotional communications using available unsubscribe mechanisms.

Important service-related communications may still be sent when necessary.

16. International Data Processing

By using the platform, users acknowledge that information may be processed and stored using systems located in various jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

Reasonable safeguards will be implemented to protect personal information.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Selfcode Academy may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Updated versions will be posted on the platform with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

18. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Selfcode Academy

Website: selfcode.in

Email: teams@selfcode.in

Support Team: info@selfcode.in

By accessing or using Selfcode Academy, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of information as described herein.