1. Introduction
Bluemix Academy (“Bluemix Academy”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our learners, interns, clients, and visitors who use our websites, including BluemixAcademy.com and the Skill Scholar platform (collectively, the “Site”), as well as our educational and professional services (collectively, the “Services”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, transfer, and store your personal information when you interact with our Site and Services, and your choices regarding your data.
By accessing or using our Site and Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or Services.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Personal Information: Name, date of birth, gender (optional), contact details (email, phone, address).
- Account Information: Username, password, profile details, and login credentials.
- Education & Career Data: Qualifications, resume, current occupation, academic records, career goals, internship preferences.
- Payment Data: Payment mode, billing address, transaction details (when enrolling in paid courses or internships).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, features used, quizzes attempted, live session participation.
- Technical Data: Device identifiers, IP address, browser details, cookies, and other analytics data.
- Communication Data: Emails, chats, or feedback you send to us.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Provide and manage access to our courses, internships, and digital learning resources.
- Process enrollments, payments, and generate invoices or receipts.
- Personalize your learning experience and recommend relevant programs.
- Communicate updates, support messages, and promotional offers.
- Monitor platform performance and improve learning outcomes.
- Facilitate internship placements or employer connections under the Skill Scholar brand.
- Comply with applicable laws and prevent misuse or fraud.
4. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We may share your data with:
- Service providers (hosting, payment, analytics, LMS partners).
- Affiliated brands, including Skill Scholar, for educational delivery.
- Employers or internship partners (if you apply for placements).
- Legal or regulatory authorities, when required by law.
- Successors or buyers, if Bluemix Academy undergoes a merger or acquisition.
We will never sell your personal data to third parties.
5. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary for providing services, maintaining legal compliance, and resolving disputes. After that, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Cookies
BluemixAcademy.com uses cookies to personalize content, analyze traffic, and improve performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Request corrections or updates.
- Request deletion (see Data Deletion Policy below).
- Withdraw consent at any time.
- Restrict or object to data processing (where applicable).
To exercise these rights, email us at info@bluemixacademy.com.
8. Security
We employ strict security measures—encryption, restricted access, and secure storage—to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and you use the Site at your own risk.
9. Updates to this Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy occasionally. The updated version will be posted on our website with the “Last Updated” date revised accordingly.
10. Contact Us
Bluemix Academy
2nd Floor, GRS Complex, No. 152, Velachery Main Road, Pallikaranai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu – 600100, India.
📧 info@bluemixacademy.com
📞 +91 99400 58102