Privacy Policy

Effective Date : 23rd August, 2025

A legal disclaimer

VanguardGeo (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you use our website, platform, and services, including our self-paced Basic and Intermediate GIS courses and live, advanced sector-specific training.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide Directly

Account Information: Name, email address, password, and contact details when you create an account.
Payment Information: Billing address and payment details (processed securely through third-party providers; we do not store full credit card information).
Course Enrollment Data: Information about the courses you register for, complete, or interact with.
Communication: Messages you send us via email, support requests, or live chat.

b. Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the platform, and interactions with course materials.
Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
Cookies & Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, remember preferences, and analyze platform performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

To deliver our GIS training services, including access to self-paced and live courses.
To process payments and manage subscriptions.
To personalize your learning experience and recommend relevant courses.
To improve our platform, course content, and user support.
To communicate with you regarding updates, new courses, promotions, or changes to our policies.
To ensure platform security and prevent fraud.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data in limited circumstances:

Service Providers: With trusted partners who help us deliver services (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers, learning management systems).
Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at [info@vanguardgeo.uk].

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable data protection laws, including:

The right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
The right to withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.
The right to data portability and to restrict or object to processing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [info@vanguardgeo.uk].

6. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our platform is intended for learners aged 16 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:

VanguardGeo
📧 Email: [info@vanguardgeo.uk]