Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 30, 2025

At SkillForge, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our educational platform.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Name, email address, and profile picture
  • Educational background and preferences
  • Course enrollment and completion data
  • Learning progress and achievements

Usage Data

  • Study time and session duration
  • Course interactions and quiz results
  • Discussion forum posts and messages
  • Device information and IP address

How We Use Your Information

  • Provide and maintain our educational services
  • Personalize your learning experience
  • Track your progress and generate certificates
  • Send course updates and notifications
  • Improve our platform and develop new features
  • Communicate with you about your account
  • Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following situations:

  • With Instructors: Course instructors can see your progress and engagement in their courses
  • With Other Students: Your profile and discussion posts are visible to other learners
  • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third parties who help us operate the platform
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit permission

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Keep you logged in to your account
  • Understand how you use our platform
  • Improve user experience and performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect platform functionality.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure backup and recovery procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct your information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Export: Download your learning data and certificates
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us through the messaging system or email.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

Significant changes will be notified through:

  • Email notification to registered users
  • Banner announcement on the platform
  • Dashboard notification

Continued use of the platform after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

Questions About Privacy?

Contact our privacy team for any concerns

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