Last updated: July 09, 2026 | Version 1.0 | Effective: July 09, 2026
1. Who We Are
Akrolearn is an e-learning platform operated by I-Akrotech Company Limited. We connect instructors and learners through online courses, certifications, and educational content. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use our platform at akrolearn.iakrotech.com or any associated domain.
2. Data We Collect
- Account data: name, email address, phone number, role (student or instructor), profile photo, and password (stored as an encrypted hash).
- Course activity: courses purchased, lessons watched, quiz attempts, scores, completion status, and certificate records.
- Payment data: transaction amounts, dates, and Paystack transaction references. We do not store card numbers or mobile money PINs - all payment processing is handled by Paystack.
- Google OAuth data: when you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email, and Google account ID from Google. We do not receive your Google password.
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and session identifiers - used to secure your account and detect unusual activity.
- Uploaded content: course videos, PDFs, PowerPoint files, and profile images you upload to the platform.
3. How We Use Your Data
- To create and manage your account and verify your identity.
- To deliver courses, track learning progress, and issue certificates of completion.
- To process payments and send receipts via our payment partner, Paystack.
- To send transactional emails such as OTP codes, email verification, purchase confirmations, and certificate notifications.
- To allow instructors to view aggregated student progress on their own courses.
- To enforce platform rules, detect fraud, and maintain security.
- To improve the platform through anonymised usage analytics.
4. Cookies & Session Data
We use cookies to maintain your login session, remember your device for new-device login checks, and store your language or currency preference. We do not use cookies for third-party advertising. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may prevent you from staying logged in.
5. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with:
- Paystack - for payment processing (subject to Paystack's Privacy Policy).
- Google - only when you use Google Sign-In (subject to Google's Privacy Policy).
- Our hosting provider - Hostinger, for server infrastructure. Servers are located in the EU.
- Law enforcement - only when required by law or to protect the rights and safety of users.
6. Data Retention
Your account data is retained for as long as your account is active. After account deletion, we retain anonymised course completion and payment records for up to 7 years for financial and compliance purposes. Certificate records are retained indefinitely to allow certificate verification.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You may also withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@akrolearn.iakrotech.com.
8. Data Security
We use HTTPS encryption, hashed passwords (bcrypt), encrypted sessions, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) options to protect your data. Despite these measures, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Please use a strong, unique password and enable MFA.
9. Children's Privacy
Akrolearn is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe a child has registered, please contact us immediately.
10. Contact
For privacy-related enquiries: privacy@akrolearn.iakrotech.com
I-Akrotech Company Limited, Ghana.