Privacy Policy

Last updated: 22 August 2026

1. Introduction

MAC Academy ("we", "us") operates the platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. By using the platform, you consent to our practices.

2. Data We Collect

  • Account data: name, email, password, demographics
  • Usage data: courses viewed, time spent, assignments submitted, test scores
  • Device & access data: IP address, browser type, timestamps
  • Payment data: processed by our payment partner (we do not store full card details)

3. How We Use Your Data

  • Provide course access and personalized learning
  • Communicate about your account, courses, and updates
  • Improve platform features and user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

4. Data Retention

Account data is retained for the duration of your account and up to 90 days after deletion (for dispute resolution). Usage logs are retained for 12 months.

5. Data Sharing

  • We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with:
  • Service providers (hosting, payment processing) under confidentiality agreements
  • Legal authorities when required by law
  • Course instructors (aggregated progress, not identifiable data)

6. Your Rights

  • You have the right to:
  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion (right to be forgotten)
  • Export your data
  • Opt out of marketing communications

7. Children

Minors may use the platform only with verifiable guardian consent where required by law.

8. Security

We use encryption in transit, access controls, and audit logging. No system is perfectly secure; report concerns via Contact.

9. Contact

For privacy requests, use the Contact page.

Version: 1 · Last updated: 9/21/2026