Privacy Policy
Senior ICT Academy
Operated by: Senior Computer Services International (SCSI)
Effective Date: 01 September 2026
Last Updated: 01 September 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Senior ICT Academy, an online learning platform operated by Senior Computer Services International (SCSI).
We are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our learners, instructors, clients, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose personal information when you visit our website, create an account, enroll in courses, participate in online learning, or use any of our services.
By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect different types of information depending on how you use our website and services.
2.1 Personal Information
When you create an account, register for a course, contact us, or use our services, we may collect:
Full name.
Email address.
Telephone number.
Username and account credentials.
Profile picture, if you choose to upload one.
Date of birth or other identification information where necessary.
Information you provide when contacting our support team.
2.2 Learning and Academic Information
To provide effective education and manage learner progress, we may collect:
Course registrations and enrollment history.
Learner profiles.
Learning progress and completed lessons.
Coursework and assignment submissions.
Examination results and assessment records.
Attendance information.
Certificates and academic records.
Instructor feedback and learning-related communications.
2.3 Payment Information
When you purchase a course or service, we may collect payment-related information, including:
Transaction references.
Payment status.
Course or service purchased.
Billing or payment details necessary to complete a transaction.
Payments may be processed through third-party payment providers. We do not intentionally collect or store complete payment card numbers, PINs, or confidential payment credentials unless expressly disclosed and handled through an appropriately secured payment system.
2.4 Technical and Usage Information
When you visit or use our website, we may automatically collect:
IP address.
Browser type and version.
Device type and operating system.
Website access times.
Pages visited and interactions with our platform.
Error logs and technical information.
Information used to detect and prevent security threats.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
Create, maintain, and manage user accounts.
Provide online courses, learning materials, examinations, and certificates.
Manage course registrations, learner progress, and academic records.
Process payments and maintain transaction records.
Communicate with learners, instructors, and clients.
Respond to inquiries, complaints, and support requests.
Improve website functionality, performance, and educational services.
Maintain the security and reliability of our systems.
Prevent fraud, abuse, unauthorized access, and other unlawful activities.
Send important service announcements, course updates, and educational information.
Comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and administrative requirements.
We will not use your personal information for purposes unrelated to those described in this Privacy Policy without an appropriate legal basis or further notice where required by law.
4. Google Sign-In and Google User Data
Our application may use Google Sign-In or other Google API services to allow users to register, authenticate, or access supported features.
4.1 Information We May Receive
When you choose to sign in using Google, we may receive information that you authorize Google to share with our application. This may include:
Your Google account name.
Your email address.
Your Google account identifier.
Your profile picture, where permitted by the requested permissions.
The exact information we receive depends on the permissions requested by our application and approved by you.
4.2 How We Use Google User Data
We use authorized Google user data only for the purposes disclosed to you, including:
Creating or maintaining your Senior ICT Academy account.
Authenticating your identity.
Associating your Google account with your learning account.
Providing the Google-enabled service you requested.
Maintaining account security and preventing unauthorized access.
We do not sell Google user data.
We do not use Google user data for unrelated advertising, creditworthiness assessments, or other purposes that are not disclosed to you and permitted under applicable requirements.
4.3 Sharing and Protection of Google User Data
We do not share Google user data with third parties except where necessary to provide the requested service, comply with applicable law, protect our users or services, or as otherwise disclosed and permitted under applicable requirements.
We limit access to Google user data to authorized personnel and service providers who need it for legitimate operational purposes. We apply reasonable safeguards to protect such information.
Our handling of Google user data complies with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including applicable Limited Use requirements.
5. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Maintain login sessions.
Remember user preferences.
Improve website functionality.
Analyze website usage and performance.
Support security and fraud prevention.
You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some services.
If we use third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking technologies, we will provide appropriate information about those technologies and obtain consent where required by applicable law.
6. How We Share Information
We may share necessary personal information with trusted service providers that help us operate Senior ICT Academy, including:
Website hosting and infrastructure providers.
Payment processing providers.
Email and communication service providers.
Technical support and security providers.
Authorized instructors and administrators who need information to deliver educational services.
These providers may process information only as necessary to perform their services and subject to appropriate safeguards.
We may also disclose information where required by law, legal process, or a lawful request from an authorized authority, or when reasonably necessary to protect our rights, users, or services.
We do not sell personal information.
7. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
These measures may include access controls, authentication mechanisms, secure communications, system monitoring, and appropriate administrative safeguards.
Personal information may be stored on servers operated by our service providers and may be processed in countries outside Uganda, depending on the services we use.
Although we take reasonable precautions to protect your information, no online system can guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, maintain academic and financial records, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and meet applicable legal obligations.
When information is no longer required, we may delete it, anonymize it, or securely dispose of it, subject to applicable retention requirements and legitimate operational needs.
9. User Rights and Privacy Requests
Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:
Request access to personal information we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal and legitimate retention requirements.
Ask questions about how your information is collected and used.
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
Raise a complaint about our handling of personal information.
To submit a privacy request, contact us using the details provided in Section 13. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
10. Children's Privacy
Senior ICT Academy provides educational services that may be used by learners of different ages.
We take appropriate care when handling information relating to children and young people. Where required by applicable law, we seek appropriate parental or guardian consent and apply additional safeguards.
Parents or guardians who have questions about a child's information may contact us using the details provided below.
11. Third-Party Services and External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, payment services, video-conferencing platforms, and other external services.
These third-party services have their own privacy policies and terms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites or services that we do not control.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of third-party services before providing personal information.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, technology, or legal requirements.
When we make changes, we will publish the updated policy on this page and revise the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us:
Senior ICT Academy
Operated by Senior Computer Services International (SCSI)
Website: https://seniorictacademy.com
Email: info@scsinternational.org
Telephone: +256 (0) 200 969946
WhatsApp: +256 773 276057
Address: Kireka, Isabella Plaza, 3rd Floor, Room 40, opposite Shell, Uganda.
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy inquiries within an appropriate period.
Last Updated: 14 September 2026