Privacy policy

Effective Date: July 08, 2025

I. Who We Are

At Government AI Academy, we are dedicated to providing educational resources on the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI). Our goal is to help individuals understand the key trends, technologies, and implications of AI, from its applications to ethical considerations. We are committed to safeguarding your personal information and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect it.

We operate our website at https://governmentaiacademy.com, and we are the controller of the personal information we collect, unless otherwise stated.

II. Information We Collect

We collect a range of information, both personal and non-personal, to deliver personalized and effective services. This information is collected through various methods, such as when you interact with our website, register for our services, or contact us for inquiries.

1. Personal Information:

  • Identity and Contact Information: We collect data like your name, email address, and phone number when you sign up for newsletters, complete contact forms, or register for an account.

  • Account Information: If you create an account on our website, we may collect additional data such as your username, password, and preferences related to your account settings.

  • Payment Information: If you make a purchase or subscribe to paid content, we collect billing information such as credit card details such as credit card number, expiration date, billing address or payment processor identifiers. (Note: We do not store credit card data directly. Payments are processed through third-party secure payment systems.)

2. Non-Personal Information:

  • Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our website, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and features used. This helps us improve your browsing experience and tailor content.

  • Device Information: We may gather information about the device you're using to access our site (e.g., browser type, operating system, and device type) to optimize our content and troubleshoot issues.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

  • We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies help us remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and track usage patterns to improve our services.

  • Types of Cookies:

    • Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the operation of our website.

    • Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how users interact with our site.

    • Functional Cookies: These allow us to remember your preferences (e.g., language settings).

    • Advertising Cookies: These are used to serve relevant ads and measure the effectiveness of campaigns.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect your user experience.

4. Information from Third Parties:

  • We may collect personal data through third-party services (such as social media logins or embedded content from platforms like YouTube or Vimeo).

  • These services may collect additional information about you, such as your profile data, depending on your privacy settings with those services.

III. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for a variety of purposes, including:

1. To Provide and Improve Services:

  • To enhance and personalize your experience on our website. For example, we may suggest relevant content or tailor the site’s layout based on your interests.

  • To monitor and analyze usage patterns to optimize the website’s performance.

2. To Communicate with You:

  • We use your contact information to send updates, newsletters, and promotional materials related to AI and our services. You can opt-out of these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in the email or contacting us directly.

  • To respond to your inquiries, comments, or support requests.

3. For Legal and Regulatory Compliance:

  • To comply with legal obligations, such as responding to a subpoena, investigating fraud, or enforcing our Terms of Service.

4. For Marketing and Business Development:

  • We may use aggregated, non-personal data to understand user demographics and trends, enabling us to improve marketing strategies or collaborate with business partners.

5. For User Analytics:

  • We may use your browsing data to conduct analytics on website performance and user behavior, helping us improve the user experience and fix any technical issues.

IV. Disclosure of Your Information

We may disclose your personal information in the following situations:

1. Service Providers and Partners:

  • We may share your personal data with third-party service providers that help us run our website, process payments, send emails, or analyze user behavior. These providers are obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.

2. Business Transfers:

  • If our company is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your personal data may be transferred to the new owner or successor entity.

3. Legal Compliance:

  • We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, court order, or legal process, or in response to requests by government authorities.

4. Protection of Rights and Safety:

  • We may disclose your information to protect the safety of our users or to enforce our rights, such as when we suspect fraudulent activity, intellectual property infringement, or other violations.

V. Security of Your Information

We take security seriously and have implemented a variety of physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect your personal data. These measures include:

  • Encryption: We use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology to encrypt sensitive data, such as payment information, when transmitted over the internet.

  • Access Control: We limit access to personal data to authorized employees or service providers who need it to perform their job functions.

  • Data Backup: Regular data backups are performed to prevent loss of information.

However, despite our efforts to safeguard your data, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

VI. Who Can Access Personal Data Collected

Access to your personal information is strictly limited to:

  1. Employees: Only employees who need access to your personal data to fulfill their duties (such as customer service or IT support) are authorized to view it.

  2. Service Providers: Third-party vendors and service providers who perform services on our behalf (e.g., web hosting, email services) may have access to your data, but only for the purpose of providing these services.

  3. Legal Authorities: In certain circumstances, we may be required to disclose personal data to legal authorities or other entities if necessary for legal purposes.

VII. Retention of Personal Data

We retain your personal data only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once your data is no longer necessary, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

For example:

  • Account Information: Retained as long as your account is active or as needed for legal purposes.

  • Marketing Data: Retained for as long as you subscribe to our communications, and deleted upon your request.

  • Transactional Data: Retained for financial and legal reporting, in accordance with applicable laws.

VIII. Rights of Users

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

  1. Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.

  2. Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

  3. Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.

  4. Objection to Processing: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data in certain situations.

  5. Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

You can exercise these rights by contacting us using the details in the Contact Us section below.

IX. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites that are not owned or controlled by us. These links are provided for your convenience, but we do not control or endorse the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal data with them.

X. How Do Not Track Requests Are Handled

Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals from your browser. However, you can manually adjust your browser settings to block cookies or use privacy settings to limit tracking. Please refer to your browser's help section for more details on managing these preferences.

XI. Information for California Consumers

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information:

  1. Right to Know: You can request details about the personal information we collect, use, and disclose about you.

  2. Right to Delete: You can request that we delete your personal data.

  3. Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the sale of your personal information. (Note: We do not currently sell personal data.)

  4. Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

XII. Information for Other U.S. Consumers

For all other U.S. consumers, we respect your privacy rights under applicable federal and state laws. While specific rights vary by state, we are committed to providing transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

XIII. Users Based in the European Union or the United Kingdom

If you are located in the European Union (EU) or United Kingdom (UK), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Right to Rectification: Correct any inaccurate data we hold about you.

  • Right to Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data under specific circumstances.

  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit the processing of your data in certain situations.

  • Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us.

XIV. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate steps to delete it.

XV. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. These small text files are stored on your device and allow us to remember your preferences, track usage, and personalize content. You can choose to accept or decline cookies via your browser settings, but disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website.

XVI. Embedded Content from Other Websites

Our site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, articles, images) from third-party websites. Embedded content behaves as if the user has visited the third-party site directly, and these sites may collect data, use cookies, or track interactions. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

XVII. Definitions

  • Personal Data: Any information that can identify you directly or indirectly (e.g., name, email address).

  • Processing: Any action taken with your personal data, including collection, use, storage, and sharing.

XVIII. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting an updated version on our website, with the updated effective date.

XIX. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

  • Email: Support@GovernmentAIAcademy.com

  • Phone: +1 (512) 450 - 3489

  • Address: 2507 Chad Dr., Arlington, TX 76017