Privacy Policy

CRUISE TRAINING ACADEMY – PRIVACY STATEMENT

This Privacy Statement explains how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected when individuals interact with the Cruise Training Academy online platform, training programs, and related services. By accessing the platform or submitting personal information, each user acknowledges and accepts the practices described in this Statement.

1. PURPOSE OF DATA COLLECTION

Personal data is collected for purposes that include:

  • Creating and managing student accounts
  • Providing access to online courses and learning materials
  • Communicating important updates regarding training
  • Processing payments and issuing receipts
  • Verifying course completion and issuing certificates
  • Improving platform performance and user experience
  • Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

2. PERSONAL DATA THAT MAY BE COLLECTED

The following categories of personal data may be collected:

  • Identification Data: name, date of birth, country of residence
  • Contact Information: email address, phone number
  • Account Information: username, password, login activity
  • Payment Information: transaction data processed through secure third-party providers
  • Course Activity Data: attendance records, assessment results, certificate records
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage statistics
  • Communication Data: messages, inquiries, or feedback submitted by users

Personal data is collected directly from users or automatically through platform interaction.

3. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

Personal data is processed on the following legal bases:

  • Contractual necessity: to deliver online courses and manage student accounts
  • Legitimate interest: to maintain platform functionality and improve services
  • Legal obligation: to comply with financial, security, or regulatory requirements
  • User consent: for optional features such as marketing communications

4. DATA STORAGE & SECURITY

All personal data is stored securely using industry-standard technical and organizational measures designed to prevent unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

Security measures may include:

  • Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
  • Password protection and authentication controls
  • Restricted administrative access
  • Regular data backups and monitoring

No method of online transmission is entirely risk-free, but every reasonable step is taken to safeguard personal information.

5. DATA SHARING

Personal data may be shared only in limited circumstances:

  • With service providers essential for payment processing, course delivery, and platform operation
  • With certification or accreditation bodies, when applicable
  • When required by law, regulation, or a valid legal request

Personal data is never sold, traded, or shared with unrelated third parties for marketing purposes.

6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

If personal data is transferred outside the user’s country of residence, such transfers occur only when adequate data protection safeguards are in place, consistent with applicable legislation such as GDPR.

7. DATA RETENTION

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to:

  • Deliver training and maintain accurate student records
  • Fulfill legal, financial, and administrative obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. USER RIGHTS

Depending on jurisdiction, users may have the following rights regarding their personal data:

  • Right of access – to request a copy of personal data
  • Right to rectification – to correct inaccurate information
  • Right to erasure – to request deletion of personal data
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to withdraw consent for optional processing
  • Right to object to certain processing activities

Requests can be submitted at any time using the contact information below. Identity verification may be required.

9. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

The platform may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable core platform functionality
  • Maintain login sessions
  • Collect anonymous analytics for performance optimization

Users may adjust cookie preferences through browser settings, though certain features may become unavailable.

10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

The platform may contain links to external websites or resources. This Privacy Statement applies solely to Cruise Training Academy, and responsibility is not assumed for the privacy practices of third-party platforms.

11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY STATEMENT

This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically.
Any changes will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of the platform indicates acceptance of revised terms.

12. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions, data requests, or privacy concerns, please contact:

Cruise Training Academy
Email: info@cruisetrainingacademy.com