Ohio Computer Academy (“OCA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, contact us, enroll in our training programs, or interact with our services.

1. Purpose and Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to all website visitors, prospective students, enrolled learners, corporate clients, and users of Ohio Computer Academy’s services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through our website forms, communications, and enrollment processes.

a. Information Collected Through Contact Forms

When you contact us through our “Contact Us” page or similar inquiry forms, we may collect:

• Name 

• Email address 

• Phone number

• Subject

• Message or inquiry details 

b. Information Collected Through Enrollment Forms

When you enroll or request enrollment in a training program, we may collect:

• Training type (Group or Corporate)

• Course name

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Subject

• Message or additional details 

c. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited non-personal information such as:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device and operating system

• Pages visited and time spent

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries and demo requests

• Process enrollments and training requests

• Communicate schedules, updates, and certificates

• Deliver instructor-led training services

• Improve our website and learning experience

• Maintain internal records and analytics

• Send service-related and marketing communications where permitted

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations 

4. Photography, Video Recording & Marketing Use
Ohio Computer Academy may, from time to time, take photographs or videos during training sessions, corporate programs, events, or certificate presentations. These images or recordings may be used for educational, promotional, or marketing purposes, including display on our website, social media platforms, brochures, or other marketing materials.

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that such use is respectful and appropriate. Individuals who do not wish to be photographed or recorded may notify us in advance or at the time of the session, and we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate such requests.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality, analyze traffic, and improve user experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

6. Sharing of Information

Ohio Computer Academy does not sell or rent personal information. We may share information only with:

• Payment processors and service providers

• Learning and communication platforms used to deliver training

• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law

• Authorized partners involved in training delivery 

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill training, certification, business, and legal requirements. Information may be securely deleted or anonymized when no longer required.

9. Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, and may opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Ohio Computer Academy is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Information

Ohio Computer Academy 

Email: hello@ohiocomputeracademy.com 

Website: https://ohiocomputeracademy.com

CCPA & GDPR Privacy Rights Addendum 

This CCPA & GDPR Addendum applies to residents of California and individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or similar jurisdictions.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how it is used 

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you 

• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations 

• Opt out of marketing communications 

Ohio Computer Academy does not sell personal information

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data 

• Request deletion or restriction of processing 

• Object to certain data processing activities 

• Withdraw consent at any time 

•      International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to such processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your privacy rights under CCPA or GDPR, please contact us at:

• hello@ohiocomputeracademy.com

• We will respond to verified requests within the timeframe required by applicable law.