Privacy Policy
Your data protection and privacy rights matter to us
Effective Date: January 15, 2025 | Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Introduction and Scope
FlashNextSpot operates as an educational platform specializing in 2D graphics for mobile game development. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, educational programs, and services.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices. This policy applies to all users accessing our website, enrolling in our programs, or engaging with our educational content and services.
Philippines Data Privacy Compliance
As a Philippines-based educational institution, we comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and related regulations from the National Privacy Commission. We maintain appropriate safeguards for personal data processing activities.
Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our educational services. The information we gather helps us deliver personalized learning experiences and maintain communication with our students and prospective learners.
- Personal identification information including name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Educational background details such as previous experience in game development or graphic design
- Technical information including device type, browser information, IP address, and access logs
- Payment information when enrolling in paid programs (processed through secure third-party providers)
- Learning progress data including completed modules, assignments, and assessment results
- Communication records from emails, support requests, and feedback submissions
- Website usage data including pages visited, time spent on content, and interaction patterns
We only collect information that is necessary for providing our educational services or as required by law. You can choose not to provide certain optional information, though this may limit some features of our programs.
How We Use Your Information
Your personal information serves specific purposes related to our educational mission. We use data responsibly to enhance your learning experience while respecting your privacy preferences.
- Delivering educational content, course materials, and personalized learning recommendations
- Processing enrollment applications and managing student accounts and progress tracking
- Communicating about programs, schedules, updates, and important educational announcements
- Providing technical support and responding to inquiries about our services
- Improving our educational content based on user feedback and learning analytics
- Ensuring website security and preventing fraudulent activities or unauthorized access
- Complying with legal obligations and educational reporting requirements in the Philippines
We never use your personal information for purposes unrelated to our educational services without obtaining your explicit consent first.
Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
We limit data sharing to essential services that support our educational operations. Any third-party providers we work with must meet our privacy and security standards.
Authorized Data Sharing
- Payment processors for secure transaction handling (data limited to billing information)
- Email service providers for educational communications and program updates
- Cloud storage services for secure data backup and learning content delivery
- Analytics services to understand website usage and improve educational content
- Government agencies when required by Philippines law or educational regulations
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. All service providers sign data processing agreements that require them to protect your information according to our privacy standards.
Your Privacy Rights and Controls
Under Philippines data privacy law, you have several important rights regarding your personal information. We provide clear procedures for exercising these rights and respond to requests within legal timeframes.
- Right to access your personal data and receive copies of information we hold about you
- Right to correct or update inaccurate or incomplete personal information
- Right to delete your personal data when it's no longer necessary for our services
- Right to restrict processing of your data for specific purposes
- Right to data portability for information you've provided to us
- Right to object to certain types of data processing activities
- Right to withdraw consent where processing is based on your agreement
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information provided at the bottom of this policy. We'll verify your identity and process your request within 30 days as required by Philippines law.
Data Security and Protection
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices follow industry standards and Philippines data protection requirements.
Security Measures
- SSL encryption for all data transmission between your device and our servers
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments of our systems
- Access controls limiting employee access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Secure data backup procedures with encrypted storage solutions
- Employee training on data privacy and security best practices
- Incident response procedures for addressing potential security breaches
While we maintain strong security measures, no internet-based system is completely secure. We recommend using strong passwords and keeping your account information confidential.
Data Retention and Deletion
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide our educational services or as required by Philippines law. Our retention periods vary based on the type of information and its purpose.
- Student enrollment and academic records: 7 years after program completion
- Website usage data and analytics: 2 years from collection date
- Email communications and support records: 3 years from last contact
- Payment and billing information: 5 years as required by tax regulations
- Marketing communications: Until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- Account information: 1 year after account closure or inactivity
When data reaches the end of its retention period, we securely delete or anonymize it. Some information may be retained longer if required by legal obligations or legitimate business interests.
Cookies and Website Technology
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how you interact with our content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies required for website functionality and security
- Analytics cookies to understand website usage and improve content
- Preference cookies to remember your settings and personalize your experience
- Marketing cookies for relevant content recommendations (with your consent)
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality, but essential features will remain available.
International Data Transfers
While we primarily process data within the Philippines, some of our service providers may transfer data internationally for backup storage or technical support purposes. Any international transfers comply with Philippines data privacy requirements.
We ensure adequate protection for international data transfers through appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or adequacy decisions. You'll be informed if your data is transferred outside the Philippines for processing.
Children's Privacy Protection
Our educational programs are designed for adults and we don't knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent. If you're under 18 and interested in our programs, please have a parent or guardian contact us.
If we discover we've collected information from a child without proper consent, we'll delete it immediately and take steps to prevent future collection. Parents can contact us to review, update, or delete their child's information.
Policy Updates and Changes
We review and update this privacy policy regularly to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or data practices. Significant changes will be communicated through email or prominent website notices.
Continued use of our services after policy updates indicates your acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us About Privacy
If you have questions about this privacy policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:
Email: info@flashnextspot.com
Phone: +63447665733
Address: 12 Rizal Ave, Poblacion, Batangas, 4200 Batangas, Philippines
We respond to privacy inquiries within 10 business days and will work with you to address any concerns about your personal information.