Privacy Policy

Updated on 25, July 2025

1. Introduction

Astranda (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information in connection with our platform and services (“Services”). By using Astranda, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide

Students: Name, email, age, school, account details, and submissions made as part of simulated work experiences.

Parents/Guardians: Consent verification for students under 18.

Companies/Partners: Contact details, company information, and simulation content.

b. Automatically Collected Information

Device type, browser type, operating system, IP address, and usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent).

Cookies and similar technologies for functionality and analytics.

c. Third-Party Information

We may receive information from third parties such as partner companies, schools, or analytics providers.

3. How We Use Information

We use information to:

Provide and improve our Services.

Facilitate simulated work experiences between students and partner companies.

Communicate with users about accounts, activities, and updates.

Monitor usage trends and ensure safety of the platform.

Comply with legal obligations and protect rights, safety, and integrity of Astranda.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal data. We may share information only in the following cases:

With Partner Companies: Limited student submissions or insights for the purpose of providing feedback on simulations.

With Service Providers: Third-party vendors supporting hosting, analytics, communications, or payment processing.

For Legal Reasons: To comply with applicable law, regulations, or legal processes.

With Consent: When you give us explicit permission.

5. Student & Child Privacy

Astranda is designed for students aged 15 and older.

Students under 18 must have received consent from a parent or guardian before participation.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 15. If discovered, we will delete it immediately.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures (encryption, access controls, monitoring) to protect your information. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. International Data Transfers

Astranda is based in the United Arab Emirates. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer and storage of information in the UAE and any other country where our partners or service providers operate.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

Access, correct, or delete personal information.

Object to or restrict processing of data.

Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent).

Request data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the link provided below.

10. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze usage, and personalize experiences. You may disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Services may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If significant changes are made, we will notify users by email or by posting a notice on the platform. Continued use of the Services after changes means you accept the updated Policy.