Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 03, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Industrial Control Academy (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit industrialcontrolacademy.com.
1. Information We Collect
- Contact information: When you contact us via form or email, we collect your name, email address, and any details you provide.
- Usage data: We automatically collect IP address, browser type, device, pages visited, and referring site through cookies and analytics tools.
- Technical support data: If you request remote support, we may collect screenshots or configuration details you share with us.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To respond to your inquiries and provide requested services
- To improve our website content and user experience
- To send important updates (course confirmations, schedule changes)
- To maintain site security and functionality
- To comply with applicable laws
3. Advertising – Google AdSense (Planned)
This website does not currently use Google AdSense or display third-party advertisements.
We plan to apply for Google AdSense in the future. If and when AdSense is approved and activated on this website, Google AdSense will use cookies and similar technologies to serve relevant ads based on your visits to this and other websites.
At that time, you will be able to opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
We will update this Privacy Policy and our Cookie Policy as soon as AdSense becomes active.
4. Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies for essential site functions and to analyze website usage. We use Google Analytics to understand site traffic and improve content.
- Essential cookies: Required for site functionality
- Analytics cookies: Google Analytics — helps us understand visitor behaviour
- Advertising cookies: Will be used by Google AdSense only after AdSense is approved and activated on this website.
You can opt out of Google Analytics at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with trusted service providers (hosting, email, analytics), with Google for analytics and advertising services, if required by law, or to prevent fraud.
6. Data Retention
- Contact and support details: up to 5 years after last interaction
- Analytics and usage data: 14–26 months (per Google Analytics defaults)
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. To exercise your rights, email us at info@industrialcontrolacademy.com.
8. Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external sites. Their privacy policies apply once you leave our site.
10. Security
We use SSL encryption, access controls, and regular updates to protect your data. No system is 100% secure.
11. International Transfers
We are based in Lahore, Pakistan. Your data may be processed on servers in other countries. We take reasonable steps to ensure data is protected during transfer.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last updated” date reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.
GDPR (European Economic Area)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, request corrections, request deletion where applicable, and request a copy of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@industrialcontrolacademy.com.
CCPA (California Residents)z
CCPA (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you may request information about the personal data we collect and request deletion of your personal information where applicable. Industrial Control Academy does not sell personal information. To submit a request, contact us at info@industrialcontrolacademy.com.
For information about cookies used on this website, please see our Cookie Policy.