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<p>At CLA Microbiology Online Academy, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use and protect that information, and your rights and choices regarding your personal data. By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.</p>

<h3>Information We Collect:</h3>
<h4>a. Personal Information:</h4>

<p>When you register on our website, we collect your name, email address, and other relevant contact details.
We may collect additional personal information necessary to provide our services, such as your educational background and interests.</p>

<h4>b. Usage Information:</h4>

<p>We collect non-personal information about your interactions with our website, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This information helps us improve our services and enhance user experience.</p>

<h4>c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:</h4>

<p>We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities on our website. These technologies enable us to personalize your experience, remember your preferences, and analyze usage patterns.</p>

<h3>Use of Information:</h3>
<h4>a. Providing and Improving Services:</h4>

<p>We use your personal information to provide our online courses, communicate with you about your account, and respond to your inquiries.
We may use the information to improve our services, develop new features, and enhance user experience.</p>

<h4>b. Marketing and Communication:</h4>

<p>With your consent, we may send you promotional emails or newsletters about our courses, events, and relevant updates.
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the instructions provided in the emails or contacting us directly.</p>

<h4>c. Data Security and Protection:</h4>

<p>We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.</p>

<h4>Sharing of Information:</h4>
<h4>a. Third-Party Service Providers:</h4>

<p>We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist us in delivering our services. These providers are contractually bound to use your information solely for the purposes of providing the agreed-upon services.</p>

<h4>b. Legal Requirements:</h4>

<p>We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests or legal processes.</p>
<h4>Your Rights and Choices:</h4>
<h4>a. Access and Update:</h4>

<p>You have the right to access, correct, or update your personal information. You can do so by logging into your account or contacting us directly.</p>

<h4>b. Data Portability:</h4>

<p>Upon request, we will provide you with a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.</p>

<h4>c. Opt-Out:</h4>

<p>You can opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the instructions provided in the emails or contacting us directly.</p>

<h4>Links to Third-Party Websites:</h4>
<p>Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected by our website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of linked websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites.</p>

<h4>Updates to the Privacy Policy:</h4>
<p>We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We will notify you of any significant updates by posting the revised policy on our website or sending a notice to your email address.</p>

<h4>Contact Us:</h4>
<p>If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:</p>

<h6>Email: clamicrobiology@gmail.com</h6>
<h6>Address: Garden Estate, Garden Court Road, B46</h6>

<p>Thank you for trusting CLA Microbiology Online Academy with your personal information.</p>

				
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