Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how DesignStart Academy collects and uses your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

Information We Collect

We collect information in various ways to provide and improve our web design course services. When you register for our courses or interact with our platform, we gather personal details such as your name, email address, and contact information. We also collect usage data about how you navigate our website, including the pages you visit, the time spent on each page, and the links you click.

Additionally, we collect technical information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how visitors interact with our content.

• Personal details (name, email, phone)
• Course enrollment information
• Usage and activity data
• Technical and device information
• Cookie data for site functionality

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to deliver our web design fundamentals course, process your registrations, and communicate with you about your learning progress. Your data helps us personalize your experience and provide relevant course content tailored to your needs as a beginner in Malaysia or anywhere else.

We also use your information to improve our website design, enhance our course materials, and ensure platform security. We analyze usage patterns to understand which aspects of our courses are most valuable and where we can make improvements. Your feedback and interaction data help us create better learning experiences for all students.

• Delivering course content and services
• Processing registrations and payments
• Sending educational updates and announcements
• Improving website functionality and design
• Ensuring platform security and fraud prevention

Your Privacy Rights

You have important rights regarding your personal information. You can request access to the data we hold about you at any time. If you believe any information is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request corrections. You can also request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations we may have.

You have the right to opt out of promotional communications and marketing emails. You can manage your communication preferences through your account settings or by contacting us directly. We will honor your requests within 30 days and provide confirmation of any changes made to your account.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze how you use our web design course platform. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and provide personalized content. We use both session cookies, which expire when you close your browser, and persistent cookies that remain on your device longer.

We employ analytics cookies to understand visitor behavior and optimize our website design. These cookies help us track which design fundamentals lessons are most popular and where students may need additional support. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling cookies may affect some site features.

Data Security and Protection

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, and disclosure. Our website uses encryption protocols to secure data transmission, and we maintain secure servers to store your information safely. Our team regularly updates security systems and conducts assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

While we strive to maintain the highest security standards, no system is completely immune to breaches. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your account credentials confidential. If we discover any security incident that may affect your data, we will notify you promptly and take appropriate corrective action.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party services and partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information. When you access third-party services through our platform, they may collect information according to their own policies.

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share limited information with service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering our courses, such as payment processors and email service providers. These partners are contractually obligated to use your information only for specified purposes.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Your continued use of our website and courses after any updates indicates your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. If you have concerns about any changes, please contact us to discuss your questions or request clarification.