Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 7/9/2025
About This Policy
At Somali Quran Academy, we are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with Islamic principles and international data protection standards. This policy explains how we handle your personal information when you use our online Quran education services.
By enrolling in our One-on-One Instruction program, you agree to the collection and use of information as described below.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Identification
- Full name (student and parent/guardian if applicable)
- Contact information (email, phone number, address)
- Demographic details (age, gender, country of residence)
- Payment information (processed through secure third-party processors)
1.2 Educational Data
- Learning progress in our Noorani Qaida curriculum
- Session recordings (encrypted and used only for quality improvement)
- Teacher evaluations and performance notes
- Device information (for optimizing virtual classroom experience)
2. How We Use Your Information
Service Delivery
- Personalize One-on-One Instruction with Somali teachers
- Adapt teaching methods to student's learning style
- Schedule and manage virtual classroom sessions
Communication
- Send important service notifications
- Provide progress reports in Somali language
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
Quality Improvement
- Monitor effectiveness of our Qaida teaching method
- Train teachers in Somali-language instruction
- Enhance virtual classroom technology
Legal Compliance
- Verify identity for child protection
- Process payments securely
- Maintain educational records
3. Data Protection Measures
3.1 Technical Safeguards
- End-to-end encryption for all virtual classroom communications
- Regular security audits of our systems
- Anonymization of session recordings after 6 months
3.2 Organizational Controls
- Strict access limited to authorized Somali teachers and staff
- Islamic ethics training for all data handlers
- Secure document destruction policies
Children's Privacy
For students under 13, we collect only necessary data with parental consent, following COPPA guidelines while maintaining Islamic modesty standards.
4. Your Rights
| Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Access | Request copies of your educational records |
| Correction | Update inaccurate personal information |
| Deletion | Request erasure of non-essential data |
| Restriction | Limit how we use your information |
Contact Our Privacy Team
Mail:
Data Protection Officer Somali Quran Academy P.O. Box 1234, Mogadishu, Somalia
We respond to all inquiries within 7 business days, respecting Islamic prayer times and holidays.
This policy may be updated periodically. Significant changes will be announced through our virtual classrooms and via email.