Privacy Policy

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1. Introduction

Pinnacle Academy of Advanced Learning is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.

This policy explains how we collect, use, and store personal information when you use our website, apply for a programme, or enrol on a course.

2. Who We Are

Pinnacle Academy of Advanced Learning is a private education provider offering academic and professional programmes through distance learning.

For the purpose of data protection legislation, Pinnacle Academy of Advanced Learning is the data controller of your personal information.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Address

  • Date of birth

  • Education history

  • Employment information

  • Payment details

  • Assignment submissions

  • Communication records

We only collect information necessary for admissions, teaching, assessment, and administration.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process applications

  • Provide access to programmes

  • Assess academic work

  • Communicate with you

  • Issue certificates

  • Maintain student records

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your data.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Contract (to provide education services)

  • Legitimate interest (to manage programmes)

  • Legal obligation

  • Consent (for marketing emails)

6. Data Storage

Your information is stored securely.

We take reasonable steps to protect personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

Data may be stored electronically or in secure cloud systems.

7. Sharing Information

We do not share your personal data except where necessary.

This may include:

  • Payment providers

  • IT service providers

  • Academic reviewers

  • Legal authorities (if required)

8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law you have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct your data

  • Request deletion

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

Requests can be made by contacting us.

9. Marketing

We will only send marketing emails if you have agreed to receive them.

You may unsubscribe at any time.

10. Contact

For privacy enquiries contact:

Pinnacle Academy of Advanced Learning
admin@pinnacleacademyuk.com