1. Introduction
The Canadian Quran Academy (“Academy,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our students, parents, and website visitors (“you,” “your”).
By accessing or using our website, canadianquranacademy.com, including any related pages, services, or features (collectively, the “Website”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Your use of the Website constitutes your consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined below.
2. What Does This Privacy Policy Cover?
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) obtained through your use of our Website and services.
Third-Party Services:
This policy does not apply to the practices of third-party websites, services, or applications that we do not own or control, even if they are linked from our Website.
Public Information:
Any information you voluntarily share in public areas of the Website (if applicable) may be viewed by others and is not considered Personal Information under this policy.
Children’s Privacy:
The Canadian Quran Academy does not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under the age of 13 without parental or guardian consent. If you are under 13, please do not submit any personal information through the Website.
If we become aware that Personal Information has been collected from a child under 13 without proper consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with Personal Information may contact us to request its removal.
3. What Information Does The Canadian Quran Academy Collect?
Information You Provide to Us
We may collect and store information you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:
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Registration Information: Student or parent name, email address, phone number, and other contact details
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Account Information: Login credentials and profile details
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Communication Data: Information you provide when contacting us via forms, email, or messaging platforms
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Educational Information: Enrollment details, class schedules, and learning-related notes
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit or interact with our Website, we may automatically collect certain information, such as:
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Device and Browser Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
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Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Website, and navigation patterns
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Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze Website usage. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the Website may not function properly.
All automatically collected data is used in aggregate form and does not personally identify individual users.
4. Data Accessibility and Retention
Access to Your Information
Students and parents may request access to their Personal Information and request corrections where necessary. We strive to keep all information accurate and up to date.
Data Retention
We retain Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill educational, administrative, and legal purposes. If an account is closed or services are discontinued, we may retain certain information for a reasonable period to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes, after which it will be securely deleted.
5. Email and Other Communications
We may contact you via email, phone, or other communication methods for purposes including:
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Class updates and scheduling
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Administrative notices
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Educational resources and announcements
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Occasional promotional or informational messages
You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.
6. Will We Share Your Information?
The Canadian Quran Academy does not sell, rent, or trade your Personal Information. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:
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Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us with operations such as payment processing, hosting, or technical support, and who are contractually obligated to protect your information
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Legal Requirements: When required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
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Business Changes: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or organizational restructuring, Personal Information may be transferred as part of that transaction, with appropriate notice provided
7. Security and Data Protection
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your Personal Information, including secure servers, encryption, and access controls.
However, no method of data transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
9. Questions or Concerns
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your Personal Information, please contact us through our Website or by email at:
