Privacy Policy for Skillio.org
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
At Skillio.org, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or use our services. We are committed to ensuring compliance with global privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Economic Area (EEA).
1. Data Controller
The data controller for Skillio.org is:
Skillio.org
Email: [email protected]
If you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us at the email address above.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect personal information that you provide directly to us, such as:
- Your name and email address (when registering, subscribing to newsletters, or leaving comments).
- Any information you provide in surveys, feedback forms, or community forums.
2.2 Non-Personal Information
We collect non-identifiable information automatically through cookies and analytics tools, including:
- IP address, browser type, operating system, and geographic location.
- Website usage data, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and interactions with content.
2.3 Sensitive Data
We do not intentionally collect sensitive data (e.g., health information, political opinions). Please avoid submitting such data on our platform.
3. How We Use Your Information
We process your data for the following purposes:
- To provide services: Grant access to tutorials, resources, forums, and other content.
- To improve user experience: Analyze website usage to enhance content and functionality.
- To communicate with you: Send newsletters, updates, or respond to inquiries.
- For security and compliance: Detect and prevent unauthorized access, fraud, or abuse.
4. Legal Basis for Processing Data (GDPR)
Under GDPR, we process your data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you provide explicit consent (e.g., subscribing to newsletters).
- Contractual Obligation: To provide services you’ve requested.
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, troubleshoot issues, and secure the platform.
- Legal Compliance: When required by law to disclose or process data.
5. Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EEA user, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
5.1 Right to Access
You have the right to request access to your personal data and obtain a copy of the information we hold about you.
5.2 Right to Rectification
You may request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
5.3 Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)
You can request that we delete your personal data in certain circumstances (e.g., if it’s no longer necessary for the purposes collected).
5.4 Right to Restrict Processing
You can ask us to restrict processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
5.5 Right to Data Portability
You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and request it be transferred to another controller.
5.6 Right to Object
You can object to the processing of your data for direct marketing or other purposes based on legitimate interests.
5.7 Right to Withdraw Consent
If processing is based on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
5.8 Right to Lodge a Complaint
If you believe we have violated your data protection rights, you may file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
6. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enhance user experience and personalize content.
- Analyze website performance and visitor behavior.
- Deliver relevant advertisements (if applicable).
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share data in the following cases:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist with hosting, analytics, or email services.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
8. Data Storage and Security
We store your data securely on servers located in compliant regions (e.g., EEA, US). Measures we take to protect your data include:
- Encryption of sensitive data during transmission.
- Regular monitoring for security vulnerabilities.
- Access controls to prevent unauthorized access.
However, no method of storage or transmission is 100% secure. Please notify us immediately if you suspect any data breach.
9. Retention Policy
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any data.
11. Children’s Privacy
Skillio.org is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete it.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted here with the “Effective Date” listed at the top.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you can contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: Skillio.org