Last Updated: October 23, 2025

Thank you for learning with EDA Academy.

We at EDA Academy (“EDA Academy,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information about you when you use our website https://www.eda-academy.com, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

1. What Data We Collect

We collect data to provide and improve our Services. This includes information you provide directly, information collected automatically, and data from third parties.

1.1 Data You Provide

Depending on your interaction with EDA Academy, we may collect:

·      Account Information: Name, email address, password, and account preferences when you register.

·      Profile Information: Optional data such as your title, biography, photo, organization, or field of study.

·      Payment Information: When you purchase courses, memberships, or certifications, we collect order details such as billing name, address, and payment confirmation. Payments are processed securely through third-party providers; we do not store your full payment card details.

·      Instructor Information: If you are an instructor, we may collect additional information such as identity verification, tax documents, payout account details, and course submission materials.

·      Course and Learning Data: Progress, modules completed, quiz scores, feedback, and communication with instructors or other learners.

·      Support and Communication Data: Information you share when contacting our support team or responding to surveys.

1.2 Data Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we may automatically collect:

·      System Data: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.

·      Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, search terms, and features used.

·      Approximate Location Data: Determined from your IP address to improve localization and security.

This data helps us understand how users engage with our platform and optimize your experience.

1.3 Data from Third Parties

We may receive limited data from:

·      Payment service providers for transaction verification.

·      External partners or organizations that collaborate on training, certification, or academic programs.

·      Social media platforms, if you choose to sign in through a third-party account (e.g., Google, LinkedIn).

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to provide, maintain, and improve our Services, including:

·      Enabling course enrollment, certification participation, and membership access.

·      Managing your account, authentication, and communication preferences.

·      Processing payments and delivering receipts.

·      Facilitating instructor–student communication and discussion features.

·      Sending administrative notifications, updates, and learning progress reminders.

·      Improving course quality, platform usability, and support services.

·      Marketing educational offerings, special promotions, or newsletters (with opt-out options).

·      Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and protecting the integrity of our platform. 

EDA Academy does not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

3. How We Share Your Data

We may share your information under limited and legitimate circumstances:

·      With Instructors and Learners: Your name, progress, and relevant activity may be shared with instructors or peers in courses you join.

·      With Service Providers: We use trusted third parties for hosting, payment processing, analytics, marketing, and email delivery. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and use data only as instructed.

·      With Partner Institutions: For joint programs or certifications, relevant data may be shared with our verified academic or industry partners.

·      For Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, or a valid legal request, we may disclose information to authorities.

·      In Corporate Events: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or business restructuring, your data may be transferred to the successor entity.

·      With Your Consent: We may share data for additional purposes if you explicitly agree.

All data sharing follows strict privacy and security controls.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

EDA Academy uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website performance.

Cookies help us:

·      Remember login sessions and preferences;

·      Understand user interactions with our content;

·      Deliver relevant recommendations and improve features.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some Services may not function properly as a result.

5. Data Security

We apply appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.

While no system is completely secure, we continuously monitor and improve our security practices.

You are responsible for safeguarding your password and account credentials.

6. Your Rights and Choices

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

·      Access and Correction: You can access and update your personal information through your account settings.

·      Deletion: You may request deletion of your account and related personal data by contacting our support team.

·      Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails via the link provided in the message or adjust your email preferences in your profile.

·      Data Portability: Upon request, we may provide a copy of your data in a structured format, where legally required.

Requests can be made by emailing support@eda-academy.com. We may require verification of your identity before processing.

EDA Academy’s Services are intended for users aged 18 and above. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a minor without parental consent, we will delete it.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

When your account is deleted, certain records (such as payment transactions or certification verifications) may be retained for legal and administrative purposes.

8. International Data Transfers

EDA Academy is headquartered in Australia, but our servers and partners may operate in other countries. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer and processing of your data across jurisdictions in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or platform features.

If we make material changes, we will notify users through email or on-platform notice.

The date of the most recent revision is listed at the top of this page.

Continued use of our Services after updates means you accept the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

EDA Academy Support Team

Email: support@eda-academy.com

Website: https://www.eda-academy.com