Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 15, 2025

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At LensCraft Institute, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information when you use our website and services. We are committed to transparency and compliance with applicable data protection regulations, including GDPR.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name and contact information when you fill out forms
  • Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
  • Phone number if you choose to provide it
  • Course preferences and interests you share with us
  • Any other information you choose to provide in messages or forms

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • Browser type and version
  • Device information and operating system
  • IP address and general location information
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Clickstream data and navigation patterns

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Deliver relevant advertising content

See our Cookie Policy for detailed information about our use of cookies.

How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

We use your information to provide and improve our photography courses, respond to your inquiries, and communicate about our services.

Communication

We may use your contact information to send you course updates, newsletters, marketing materials, and other information that may interest you. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.

Website Improvement

We analyze usage data to understand how visitors interact with our website, identify areas for improvement, and enhance user experience.

Legal Compliance

We may process your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements and policies.

Analytics and Research

We use aggregated and anonymized data for research purposes, market analysis, and business planning to improve our educational offerings.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or serving our users. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential.

Analytics Partners

We may share anonymized usage data with analytics platforms to help us understand website performance and user behavior.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or comply with legal processes.

Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and choices you may have.

Data Protection Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
  • Secure storage of personal data with restricted access controls
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Employee training on data protection best practices
  • Data breach notification procedures in compliance with regulations

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to maintain and improve our security measures.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

  • As long as you maintain an active inquiry or enrollment with us
  • For the duration required to comply with legal obligations
  • To resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
  • For legitimate business purposes such as fraud prevention

When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies and applicable legal requirements.

Your Rights and Choices

Under data protection laws, including GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Rectification

You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

Right to Erasure

You can request that we delete your personal information under certain circumstances.

Right to Data Portability

You can request to receive your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Object

You can object to certain types of processing of your personal information, including direct marketing.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our contact page. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.

Your Rights and Opt-Out Instructions

You are not required to provide any personal information when using this website. If you prefer not to share your data, you may:

  • Avoid filling out contact forms, account registrations, or any data-submitting features
  • Disable cookies through your browser settings (see our Cookie Policy for more details)
  • Contact us directly to request the deletion of any previously shared personal data

We respect your privacy choices. If you would like us to delete your data, please reach out to us through our contact page. We will process your request promptly and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information from our systems.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our contact page or reach out directly.

We are committed to resolving privacy concerns promptly and transparently. We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe and work with you to address any issues.