Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Green Build Academy ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website greenbuildhub.co.ke and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for a course, contact us, or apply as a tutor, we may collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Educational background
• Course enrollment details
• Payment information (processed securely, not stored on our servers)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Device information
• IP address
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process course registrations and enrollments
• Communicate with you about courses, events, and updates
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Improve our website and services
• Send administrative information such as confirmations and receipts
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Google Cloud Platform and Firebase services. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure server infrastructure with access controls
• Regular security reviews and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in operating our website (Google Cloud, Firebase)
• When required by law or to respond to legal processes
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• With your explicit consent

6. Cookies and Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This may involve cookies and similar tracking technologies. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Object to processing of your personal information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address below.

8. 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 or permitted by law. Course enrollment records may be retained for up to 5 years for administrative and certification purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: info@greenbuildhub.co.ke
• Website: greenbuildhub.co.ke