Last Updated: December 24, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to the National Academy for Science and Skills (“NASS Academy,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

This Privacy and Cookies Policy explains how we handle your data when you visit our website at https://nassacademy.com/ (the “Website”) or interact with our services. By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Contact Form Data: When you submit inquiries through our contact forms, we collect your name, email address, phone number, message content, your resume, and any other information you choose to provide.
• Account Information: If you create an account, we may collect your username, password, and profile information.
• Communication Data: Records of your correspondence with us via email, phone, or other channels.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring URLs, browser type, device type, operating system, and IP address.
• Analytics Data: Information collected through Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity to understand how visitors interact with our Website.
• Search Console Data: Performance metrics collected through Google Search Console to improve our Website’s search visibility.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery and Communication

• Responding to your inquiries and contact form submissions
• Providing information about our programs and services
• Processing registrations and applications

3.2 Website Improvement and Analytics

• Analyzing Website traffic and user behavior through Google Analytics
• Understanding user interactions and improving user experience via Microsoft Clarity
• Monitoring Website performance and search visibility through Google Search Console
• Identifying and fixing technical issues

3.3 Legal and Security

• Complying with legal obligations
• Protecting against fraud and unauthorized access
• Enforcing our terms and conditions

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

4.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our Website. They help us provide a better user experience and understand how our Website is used.

4.2 Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

• Session management
• Security features
• Basic functionality

Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website:

• Tracks visitor behavior, page views, session duration, and traffic sources. Google Analytics uses both first-party and third-party cookies.
• Records user sessions (including mouse movements, clicks, and scrolling) to help us understand user experience and identify areas for improvement.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide enhanced features.

4.3 Third-Party Services

Our Website uses the following third-party services that may collect data:

Google Analytics

• Purpose: Website traffic analysis and performance measurement
• Data Collected: IP address (anonymized), pages visited, session duration, device information, geographic location
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Google Search Console

• Purpose: Monitor and maintain our Website’s presence in Google Search results
• Data Collected: Search queries, click-through rates, Website performance metrics
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Microsoft Clarity

• Purpose: Understand user behavior through session recordings and heatmaps
• Data Collected: User interactions (clicks, scrolls, mouse movements), page views, device information
• Privacy Policy: https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
• Note: Microsoft Clarity may record user sessions but masks sensitive information automatically

4.4 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies. Visit your browser’s help section for instructions:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions

Opt-Out Tools:

• Google Analytics Opt-out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Do Not Track: Enable the “Do Not Track” feature in your browser

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website and your user experience.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Website and providing our services, including:

• Web hosting providers
• Email service providers
• Analytics providers (Google, Microsoft)

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, legal process, or governmental request, or to:

• Protect our rights and property
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Comply with legal obligations

5.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
• Secure servers and databases
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Contact form submissions are typically retained for up to two years, while analytics data is retained according to the respective service provider’s policies.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the legal basis

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided on our Contact Us page

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Policy.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy and Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post the updated Policy on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

For material changes, we will provide prominent notice on our Website or notify you directly via email where appropriate.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy and Cookies Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our Contact Us page

13. Consent

By using our Website, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy and Cookies Policy. For certain activities, we may ask for your explicit consent, which you may withdraw at any time.

Thank you for trusting NASS Academy with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a secure, transparent experience.