Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 08/07/2025
Owner: Product Career Academy (operated by Smash Career Academy)  
Contact: team@catchupwithsachin.com

Introduction

We understand that your privacy and the security of your personal data are important. This Privacy Policy outlines how Product Career Academy ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with our website and services.

By accessing our site or enrolling in our programs, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.  

Who We Are

Owner & Data Controller:
Sachin Sharma
Product Career Academy
Faridabad, Haryana, India
📧 team@catchupwithsachin.com

What Personal Data We Collect

We collect the following data through direct interactions or automated technologies:
 
 Identity Data: First name, last name (if submitted)
Contact Data: Email address  
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click behavior (via Google Analytics)  
Technical Data: Browser type, device ID, IP address (anonymized)
Marketing Preferences: Opt-ins for email or promotional communication

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly required and with your consent.
 

How We Collect Data

We collect data through:
• Website forms (e.g., course registration, newsletter signup)
• Cookies and analytics tools
• Email or direct user inquiries
• Enrollment through partner platforms

Why We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:
• Deliver course access, resources, and community features
• Communicate important program updates
• Send newsletters or marketing (only if you’ve opted in)
• Analyze user behavior to improve our website and offerings
• Comply with legal obligations and maintain data security

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:
• Your consent (e.g., subscribing to emails)
• Fulfillment of a contract or service (e.g., program access)  
 Legitimate interest (e.g., user behavior tracking for UX improvement)
Legal compliance (e.g., accounting or record-keeping obligations)

Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected:
• For enrolled learners: while the program and post-access period remain active
• For leads and subscribers: until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent
• For analytics: anonymized and time-bound based on tool settings

Data no longer required is securely deleted.

Your Rights

You have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent for marketing at any time
• Object to processing under certain conditions

 To exercise these rights, email us at team@productcareeracademy.com

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Enhance site performance and user experience
• Track behavior via Google Analytics
• Store your session or login preferences (if applicable)

You can disable cookies via your browser settings. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for full details.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services like:
Google Analytics – for anonymized website usage tracking
Zenler, Sendfox, Interakt – for course delivery and communication
Payment Gateways – for secure transactions

These providers are contractually obligated to keep your data safe and compliant with data protection laws. 

Data Security We use industry-standard tools and practices to safeguard your personal data, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

Despite best efforts, no online platform can guarantee 100% security, but we are committed to protecting your data with robust measures. 

Policy Updates 

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on this page with a “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of the site and services implies acceptance of any updates. 

Contact Us 

If you have any questions or requests related to your personal data or this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
📧 team@productcareeracademy.com