1. Introduction
Ascendary Mentorship Solutions FZCO (“Ascendary,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our education, learning, and mentoring services, including our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).
Via Ascendary is a brand operated by Ascendary Mentorship Solutions FZCO. This Privacy Policy applies to all services provided under the Via Ascendary name.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Services.
4. Content Usage Rights
By posting any content on our Services, you agree that Ascendary may use, edit, and publish it for educational, marketing, and promotional purposes, including on social media and websites. No compensation or prior approval is required for such use.
This includes but is not limited to:
- Testimonials and reviews
- Success stories and case studies
- Photos, videos, and audio recordings
- Comments and feedback
- Any other user-generated content
We may modify, adapt, or edit your content as necessary for our purposes while maintaining the essential meaning and context.Where reasonably possible, user-generated content used for marketing or promotional purposes may be anonymized. We do not intentionally disclose personal identifiers without consent, unless such information has already been made public by the user.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
5.1 What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device that help us provide and improve our Services. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until deleted or expired).
5.2 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Services to function properly, including authentication and security
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Services
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Performance Cookies: Measure and improve the performance of our Services
At this time, we use only essential cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of the Services. If non-essential cookies are introduced in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy and implement a cookie consent mechanism where required by law.
5.3 Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Services. You can:
- Delete existing cookies through your browser settings
- Block future cookies through your browser settings
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being sent
Please note that third-party services integrated into our platform may also use cookies, which are governed by their respective privacy policies.
9. Your Rights and Choices
9.1 Access and Update
You can access and update your personal information through your account settings at any time. If you need assistance, please contact us using the information provided in Section 15.
9.2 Account Deletion
You may request deletion of your account by contacting us. Upon deletion, we will remove your personal information from our active databases, except where we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes.
9.3 Marketing Communications
You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by:
- Following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails
- Adjusting your communication preferences in your account settings
- Contacting us directly
Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we will still send you service-related announcements and account notifications.
9.4 Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings as described in Section 5.