1. Introduction

At Australian Quran Academy (“Academy,” “we,” “us,” “our”), we understand that your privacy is important. We are committed to protecting the personal information of all users (“you,” “your”) who visit or use our website, australianquranacademy.com, and any related features or services (collectively, the “Website”).

By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined below.

2. What This Privacy Policy Covers

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) you provide through the Website.

  • Third-Party Limits: This policy does not apply to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by the Academy.

  • Public Information: Any information you voluntarily make public on the Website is not considered Personal Information.

  • Children’s Privacy: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please do not provide any information. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, it will be deleted immediately. Contact us at info@australianquranacademy.com if you believe a child has shared personal information with us.

3. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily submit, including:

  • Registration Details: Name, email address, contact information, and account credentials.

  • Third-Party Logins: If you log in via Google, Facebook, or other services, you authorize us to receive your profile information from those accounts.

  • Student Notes & Progress: Any personal notes or learning progress you create through your student portal (remains private unless you share).

Information Collected Automatically

When you interact with our Website, we automatically collect:

  • Cookies: We use cookies to improve functionality, recognize your browser, and analyze usage. You may adjust browser settings to limit cookies, though some features may be affected.

  • Usage Data: Aggregate data such as page visits, time spent on pages, and other anonymized analytics to help improve the Website. This information is never linked to your identity when shared in aggregate form.

4. Access and Retention of Data

  • Access: You can access, review, and update your personal information via your student account at any time.

  • Retention: If you choose to cancel your account, we retain your information for 12 months. After this period, all data—including progress records—is permanently deleted.

5. Communications and Emails

We may send emails regarding:

  • Educational Content: General learning resources, course updates, and announcements.

  • Promotions: Offers and promotions, if you have opted in.

You can manage your communication preferences anytime through your account settings. We do not use your learning data for targeted advertising.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your Personal Information. We may share information in the following limited situations:

  • Affiliated Partners: We may work with trusted third-party services to provide educational tools or support. Review their privacy policies when using these services.

  • Service Providers: Companies assisting us, such as payment processors or IT service providers, may access information only to perform their tasks.

  • Business Transfers: In the event of acquisition or transfer of ownership, your data may be considered an asset. We will notify you in advance so you can delete your account if desired.

  • Legal Compliance: We may release information if required by law or to protect our users, employees, or assets.

7. Security

We use industry-standard practices, including SSL encryption and secure cloud hosting, to protect your data. However, no online system is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access, hacking, or data breaches.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via our Website or email. If you do not agree with changes, you may request account deletion by contacting info@australianquranacademy.com.

9. Questions or Concerns

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: info@australianquranacademy.com

We are committed to resolving any privacy concerns promptly and transparently.