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Privacy Policy of DTD Academy

Dantata Town Developers Academy (DTD Academy) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of all individuals who interact with our digital learning platform. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in accordance with the Nigerian Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDPA) and other relevant data protection laws.

1. Preamble

At Dantata Town Developers Academy, we recognize your fundamental right to privacy and data protection. This policy reflects our commitment to transparency, accountability, and the lawful processing of all personal data entrusted to us through your use of our learning platform and services.

2. Name and Address of the Data Controller

  • Data Controller: Dantata Town Developers Limited
  • Address: Plot 122Y Morija Close, Off Ademola Adetokunbo Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja, Nigeria
  • Contact Email: info@dantatatown.com

3. Definitions

  • Personal Data: Information that identifies or can be used to identify an individual.
  • Processing: Any action performed on personal data, whether automated or manual.
  • Data Subject: The individual whose personal data is being processed.
  • Data Controller: Dantata Town Developers Limited, which determines the purposes and means of data processing.
  • Cookies: Small data files stored on a user's device to enhance user experience and analytics.

4. Categories of Personal Data We Collect

We collect the following types of data depending on your interaction with the platform:

  • Identification Data: Full name, staff or user ID, contact address, phone number, and email.
  • Usage Data: Device type, IP address, browser type, log-in times, pages visited, and session duration.
  • Learning Data: Course enrollments, completion status, assessments, feedback, and certifications.
  • Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, or support requests you submit to us.

5. How We Collect Data

  • Directly from You: Via registration, profile updates, forms, surveys, and support interactions.
  • Automatically: Through cookies and similar tracking tools when you access our website or platform.
  • From Dantata Town Developers Limited: Where account or role information is provided to enable your access as an employee or authorised user.

6. Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • To manage user registration, course access, and learning progress.
  • To provide support and resolve issues.
  • To send administrative and service-related messages.
  • To monitor, improve, and personalize your learning experience.
  • To issue and verify certificates of completion.
  • To comply with regulatory obligations or enforce our terms of service.
  • To protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and cyber threats.

7. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your data.
  • Contractual Necessity: Processing is required for the delivery of our services.
  • Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary to meet regulatory or legal obligations.
  • Legitimate Interest: Processing supports the efficient and secure operation of the platform and its services.

8. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Your data may be shared with:

  • Authorized Service Providers: Who support platform hosting and analytics on our behalf.
  • Regulatory Authorities: As required by law or to protect our legal rights.
  • Internal Business Units: Within Dantata Town Developers Limited, for training, compliance, and administrative purposes.

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.

9. International Data Transfers

Where data is processed outside Nigeria, we ensure that adequate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses and encryption, are in place, in compliance with NDPA standards.

10. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Multi-layer access controls
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Incident response protocols to address any breaches

11. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Deliver learning services
  • Fulfill legal and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes or enforce agreements

Retention timelines are reviewed periodically.

12. Your Rights Under the NDPA

As a data subject, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Correct or update inaccurate data
  • Request data deletion (right to be forgotten)
  • Restrict or object to certain types of data processing
  • Withdraw your consent at any time
  • Request data portability
  • Lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)

13. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Keep you logged in and secure
  • Monitor learning analytics
  • Improve website performance
  • Deliver personalized content

You may adjust your browser settings to control or block cookies.

14. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

15. Policy Updates

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or operations. The updated version will be posted on our platform with a revised effective date.

16. Contact Us

For any questions or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Data Protection Officer
Dantata Town Developers Limited
Email: info@dantatatown.com

GDPR

When you visit any of our websites, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. This information might be about you, your preferences or your device and is mostly used to make the site work as you expect it to. The information does not usually directly identify you, but it can give you a more personalized web experience. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. Click on the different category headings to find out more and manage your preferences. Please note, that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.

  • These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you that amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms, or where they’re essential to providing you with a service you have requested. You cannot opt out of these cookies. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but if you do, some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
  • These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site, which helps us optimize your experience. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not be able to use your data in this way.
  • These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.
  • These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.