Important Note
This privacy policy applies to all students, parents, and visitors of Islamic Tuition Institute. By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
1. Introduction
Islamic Tuition Institute ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website islamictuitioninstitute.com and provides online Quran & Islamic education worldwide. We are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with the highest level of integrity and security.
This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you visit our website, enroll in courses, or use our services. Please read it carefully. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not access our site or use our services.
2.1 Personal Information
- Identity Data: Full name, date of birth, gender.
- Contact Data: Email address, phone number, mailing address, country.
- Payment Data: Billing address, payment method details (processed securely via third-party processors).
- Educational Data: Quran learning history, current level, goals, assessment results.
- Parent/Guardian Info: (for minors) contact details and relationship.
2.2 Technical Information
- Device & Usage: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent.
- Cookies: See our Cookie section below.
2.3 Class Recordings
- Audio/video recordings of live classes for quality, training, and attendance purposes.
3. How We Use Your Information
- Service Delivery: Enrollments, scheduling, conducting classes, and providing learning materials.
- Communication: Respond to inquiries, send updates, progress reports, and administrative messages.
- Quality & Improvement: Teacher training, curriculum enhancement, platform analytics.
- Legal & Security: Fraud prevention, enforce terms, comply with legal obligations.
4. Data Protection & Security
- Encryption: All data transmitted via SSL/TLS 256-bit encryption.
- Access Controls: Strict role-based access for staff.
- Secure Servers: Hosted in ISO 27001 certified data centers.
- Retention: Active student data retained during enrollment + 3 years; recordings kept 6 months; financial records 7 years (legal).
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell your personal information. We share only when necessary for operations:
- Payment processors: PayPal, Stripe (their privacy policies apply).
- Video conferencing: Zoom – for live classes.
- Analytics: Google Analytics (anonymized).
- Legal requirements: If required by law or valid governmental request.
6. Student Recordings Policy
- Recordings used for quality assurance, teacher training, and make-up sessions.
- By enrolling, you consent to recordings unless you opt-out via email.
- Recordings stored securely, accessible only to authorized staff, deleted after 6 months.
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use essential, performance, and functionality cookies. You may control cookies via browser settings; disabling may affect website experience.
8. Your Rights & Choices
- Access & Correction: Request a copy or correction of your data.
- Deletion: Request deletion, subject to legal retention.
- Opt-out of marketing: Unsubscribe link in emails or contact us.
- Data Portability: Receive your data in machine-readable format.
- To exercise rights: email islamictuitioninstitute@gmail.com. We respond within 30 days.
9. Children's Privacy
- Students under 13 require verifiable parental consent (enrollment by parent/guardian).
- Parents may review their child's information, request deletion, or withdraw consent at any time.
- We collect minimal information from children solely for educational purposes.
10. International Data Transfers
We operate globally; data may be transferred to countries with different data protection laws. We implement Standard Contractual Clauses and additional safeguards for such transfers.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy. Material changes will be notified via email and website notice.
| Date | Version | Summary of Changes |
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| Feb 2025 | 3.1 | Enhanced recording policy, updated contact info |
| Nov 2024 | 3.0 | Complete revision to align with international standards |
| Jun 2024 | 2.2 | Added cookies & tracking section |
Acknowledgement
By continuing to use our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described.
