CTS Self Defence Online Academy
Last Updated: 10th June 2025

At CTS Self Defence Online Academy, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data across our platform, including self-defence courses for women, children, and instructors.

By accessing our website and using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. 📋 Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal and non-personal data:

a. Personal Information

• Full Name

• Email Address

• Mobile Number

• Age/Date of Birth (for eligibility)

• Gender (optional)

• Location/City

• Education or Certification (for instructor applicants)

• Parent/Guardian Details (for child learners)

b. Technical Information

• IP Address

• Browser and Device Type

• Course usage and activity logs

• Login date/time stamps

c. Media and Submissions

• Profile photo (optional)

• Video submissions for assessments

• Survey or feedback responses

• Assignment uploads

2. 👶 Special Note for Children

CTS does not collect data directly from children under 18.
Any child participating in the Children’s Self-Defence Course must be enrolled through:

• A parent or guardian, or

• An authorized school or organization account

All child-related data is handled with extra care and is only used for training and certification purposes.

3. 🔍 How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide access to courses and track progress

• Verify eligibility for instructor certification

• Issue certificates and badges

• Send important course updates, feedback requests, and reminders

• Improve the user experience and course content

• Respond to inquiries or support requests

• Comply with applicable laws, including child safety and reporting obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. 🔒 Data Storage and Security

• All user data is stored securely on protected servers.

• We implement encryption, firewalls, and access control to prevent unauthorized access.

• Access to child-related data is restricted to verified staff and instructors.

• Payment data is handled by secure third-party gateways (e.g., Razorpay, Stripe, PayPal)—CTS does not store your card or bank details.

5. 📤 Sharing of Information

We may share limited personal information only when necessary:

We will never share your data for marketing or unrelated third-party use.

6. 📧 Communications & Notifications

By signing up, you consent to receive:

• Course announcements and updates

• Certification reminders

• Newsletters and safety resources (optional)

You can unsubscribe from non-essential emails at any time by clicking “Unsubscribe” or by contacting us directly.

7. 📝 Your Rights

You have the right to:

• View or update your personal information

• Request deletion of your data (unless retention is legally required)

• Withdraw consent to receive communications

• Report any misuse or unauthorized data access

To make a request, email us at [email protected]

8. 📆 Data Retention

We retain your data:

• For as long as your course access is active

• For instructor certifications, up to 3 years after certification expiry

• For children’s data, only for as long as required by the partner institution or guardian

9. 🌍 External Links

Our platform may contain links to external tools, videos, or third-party platforms. CTS is not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

10. ⚖️ Compliance with Indian Law

CTS complies with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and applicable child protection laws such as the POCSO Act. Any required data disclosures will follow due legal process.