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Updated: April 15, 2025

Privacy Policy for Ascent Tech Hub Africa

  1. Introduction

ascenttechhub.africa is operated by Ascent Tech Hub Africa Nig. Ltd (“Ascent Tech Hub,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).

At Ascent Tech Hub Africa, we prioritize your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. All data you provide is handled with confidentiality and shared only with authorized affiliates, representatives, and third parties as necessary.

By accessing our website, enrolling in our programs, or using our services, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using our platform.

This policy applies to:

  • Learners & Applicants (current and prospective students)
  • Instructors & Mentors
  • Corporate & Institutional Partners
  • Guest Speakers & Industry Experts
  • Media & Affiliates

Our services are not intended for jurisdictions where local laws prohibit their use.

  1. Definitions
TermDefinition
ConsentFreely given, specific, informed agreement by a user allowing data processing.
Data ControllerAscent Tech Hub Africa, which determines how and why personal data is processed.
Data ProcessorThird-party service providers processing data on our behalf.
Data Protection LawsIncludes Nigeria’s NDPA 2023, NDPR 2019, EU GDPR 2018, and other applicable regulations.
Data SubjectAn identifiable individual whose data we process (e.g., learners, instructors).
Personal DataAny information identifying a person (name, email, ID, location, etc.).
ProcessingAny operation performed on personal data (collection, storage, analysis, etc.).
Data BreachUnauthorized access, loss, or disclosure of personal data.
  1. Data Protection Officer (DPO) & Policy Scope

3.1 DPO Responsibilities

Our Data Protection Officer (DPO) oversees compliance with data protection laws.

Contact: dpo@ascenttechhub.africa.

3.2 Compliance Obligations

All employees, contractors, and partners must adhere to this policy. Training and audits ensure ongoing compliance.

  1. Consent & User Rights

4.1 Obtaining Consent

  • Consent is obtained during registration, enrollment, or service use.
  • You may withdraw consent at any time, but this does not affect prior lawful processing.

4.2 Age Restrictions

  • Users must be 18+ (or have parental/guardian consent for minors).
  • Minors under 16 are not permitted without verified adult supervision.
  1. Data Protection Principles

We adhere to the following principles:

  1. Lawful & Transparent Processing - Data is collected fairly and with clear purpose.
  2. Purpose Limitation - Used only for specified educational and operational needs.
  3. Data Minimization - Only necessary data is collected.
  4. Accuracy - We correct outdated or incorrect data upon request.
  5. Storage Limitation - Retained only as long as necessary.
  6. Security & Confidentiality - Protected against breaches via encryption, access controls, and audits.
  1. Information We Collect

7.1 Automatically Collected Data

  • IP address, device type, browser, cookies
  • Usage analytics (pages visited, session duration)

7.2 User-Provided Data

  • Full name, email, phone number, address
  • Educational & employment background
  • Payment details (processed securely via Stripe, PayPal)
  • Government-issued ID (for verification)

Note:

  • Legal names must match official documents (no changes post-registration without notarized affidavit).
  • Email & date of birth are permanent in our records.
  1. How We Use Your Data
PurposeExamples
Account ManagementEnrollment, certification, access control
Service DeliveryCourse materials, assessments, support
CommunicationUpdates, newsletters, event invites (opt-out available)
Security & Fraud PreventionIncludes Nigeria’s NDPA 2023, NDPR 2019, EU GDPR 2018, and other applicable regulations.
Legal ComplianceRegulatory reporting, tax obligations
  1. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell your data. Limited sharing occurs with:

  • Instructors (for grading/feedback)
  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
  • Corporate partners (if enrolled via an organization)
  • Legal authorities (if required by law)

Third-party contracts ensure GDPR/NDPA compliance.

  1. International Data Transfers
  • Data may be transferred to Nigeria, EU, US, or other regions with adequate protections.
  • Safeguards include Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and encryption.
  1. Your Rights

You may:

  • Access, correct, or delete your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent (without affecting prior processing)
  • Lodge complaints with regulatory bodies

Request via: privacy@ascenttechhub.africa

  1. Security Measures
  • Encryption (AES-256 for storage, TLS 1.3 for transmission)
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) for accounts
  • Regular penetration testing
  • Breach notification within 72 hours
  1. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies for:

  • Authentication (keeping you logged in)
  • Analytics (improving user experience)
  • Advertising (non-intrusive, opt-out available)

Manage preferences via browser settings.

  1. Data Retention
  • Active users: Retained while account is active
  • Inactive users: Deleted after 5 years (except legal/financial records)
  • Certifications: Archived indefinitely for verification
  1. Policy Updates

Changes will be:

📢 Posted on our website

📧 Emailed to registered users

Last updated: 15 April 2025

  1. Contact Us

For questions or data requests:

📩 Email: privacy@ascenttechhub.africa