Privacy Policy

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Introduction

Welcome to ZenX Academy (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a premier AI Digital Marketing training institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you visit our website (zenxacademy.com), enroll in our courses, interact with our content, or contact us in any way.

Plain Language Summary: We collect only what we need, use it to serve you better, never sell your data, and give you full control over what you share with us.

By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. If you disagree with any part, please discontinue use of our services and contact us at support@zenxacademy.com.

 

Information We Collect

We collect different types of information depending on how you interact with us:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Full name, email address, phone number when you fill out a contact or enrollment form

  • Date of birth and educational background for course registration

  • Payment details (processed securely via third-party gateways — we do not store card numbers)

  • Photographs or profile pictures if uploaded to student portals

  • Feedback, reviews, testimonials, or survey responses you submit voluntarily

  • Messages and queries you send us via email, WhatsApp, or our support channels

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system

  • Pages visited, time spent, referral source, and click behaviour on our website

  • Geographic location (city/region level only)

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • If you register via Google or Facebook, we receive basic profile data from those platforms

  • Information from job boards or LinkedIn if you engage with our placement services

  • Publicly available information used for research or blog comparisons

Data Type

Why We Collect It

Stored?

Name & Email

Course enrollment & communication

Yes

Phone Number

Admission counselling & updates

Yes

Payment Info

Fee processing (via gateway)

No (gateway only)

IP Address

Security & analytics

Anonymised

Browsing Behaviour

Website improvement

Aggregated

Reviews / Feedback

Quality improvement & display

Yes (with consent)

How We Use Your Data

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To process course enrollments, schedule classes, and manage student accounts
  • To send you admission confirmations, invoices, course materials, and schedule updates
  • To personalise your learning experience and recommend relevant courses
  • To respond to your enquiries, complaints, or support requests promptly
  • To send promotional emails, newsletters, or special offers (you can opt out anytime)
  • To analyse website performance and improve our content and user experience
  • To display student reviews and testimonials on our website (only with explicit consent)
  • To comply with legal obligations under Indian law, including the IT Act, 2000
  • To prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorised access to our systems

We never sell your personal data to third parties for their own marketing purposes. Period.

 

AI Tools & Content Disclosure

ZenX Academy uses Artificial Intelligence tools to assist in the creation and maintenance of website content. This includes our blog articles, course descriptions, comparisons, reviews, site copy, brand references, and other published materials.

All AI-assisted content is:

  • Researched using tools such as ChatGPT (OpenAI) and Claude (Anthropic)
  • Reviewed and verified by our certified digital marketing instructors before publishing
  • Clearly attributed with an AI disclosure tag where applicable
  • Subject to correction or removal upon valid request

Found inaccurate, outdated, or content referencing your brand that needs removal? Contact us immediately at support@zenxacademy.com and we will review and act within 7 business days.

Third-party names, logos, tools, and trademarks mentioned on our site are owned by their respective companies and are referenced solely for informational, educational, or comparative purposes under fair use principles.

 

Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties in the following limited circumstances:

  • Payment Processors — Razorpay, PayU, or similar gateways to process fees securely
  • Cloud Hosting — AWS or Google Cloud for secure data storage and website hosting
  • Analytics Providers — Google Analytics (anonymised data only)
  • Email Service Providers — Mailchimp or similar for newsletters (opt-in only)
  • Placement Partners — Hiring companies receive only your consent-given resume and contact details
  • Legal Authorities — If required by court order, law enforcement, or regulatory compliance

Important: All third-party partners are contractually bound to protect your data and use it solely for the stated purpose.

 

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies — Required for the website to function (cannot be disabled)
  • Analytics Cookies — Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
  • Marketing Cookies — Used to show relevant ads on social media and Google (opt-in)
  • Preference Cookies — Remember your settings such as language or region
You can manage or disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings at any time. Note that disabling cookies may affect some features of our website.

 

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

Data CategoryRetention Period
Student enrollment records5 years after course completion
Payment records7 years (as required by Indian tax law)
Marketing enquiries2 years from last interaction
Website analytics data26 months (anonymised)
Support tickets & emails3 years
Published reviews/testimonialsUntil withdrawal of consent

After the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

 

Your Rights

Under India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), and applicable laws, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Right to Correction — Ask us to update or correct inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Right to Withdraw Consent — Opt out of marketing communications at any time
  • Right to Data Portability — Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to Grievance Redressal — Lodge a complaint with our Data Grievance Officer

To exercise any of these rights, email us at support@zenxacademy.com with the subject line “Data Rights Request.” We will respond within 30 days.

 

Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data:

  • SSL/TLS encryption on all data transmission across our website
  • Access controls ensuring only authorised staff can access sensitive data
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Secure, encrypted databases with regular backups
  • Two-factor authentication for all administrative systems

No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you suspect a breach, contact us immediately at support@zenxacademy.com.

 

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 16 years. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete it.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has submitted personal data to us, please contact us at support@zenxacademy.com immediately.

 

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
  • Notify enrolled students via email
  • Post a prominent notice on our homepage for 30 days

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions, data requests, or content removal notices, please reach out to our dedicated support team:

ZenX Academy — Privacy Support

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · We respond within 7 business days
support@zenxacademy.com