Privacy policy
PRIVACY POLICY
Astana Bilim Academy LLP
This Privacy Policy sets out the procedure for processing and protecting information, including personal data, of users of the website https://astanabilim.kz and the educational platform https://lms.astanabilim.kz.
The Policy has been prepared with regard to the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan on personal data and its protection.
The Policy applies to information the Astana Bilim Academy LLP receives upon user registration, purchase and completion of a course, use of the website and LMS, and interaction with the Astana Bilim Academy LLP.
This Policy applies together with the Public Offer Agreement, the User Agreement of the educational platform, and the Consent to the Collection and Processing of Personal Data, and does not replace that Consent.
1. Personal Data Controller
Astana Bilim Academy LLP
BIN: 250640007207
Address: Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana, Nura district, 8 Asfendiyarov str., apt./office 362
E-mail: info@astanabilim.kz
Website: https://astanabilim.kz
LMS: https://lms.astanabilim.kz
2. What Data May Be Processed
Depending on the nature of the interaction, the Astana Bilim Academy LLP may process: last name, first name, patronymic; individual identification number (IIN); mobile phone number; e-mail address; region and locality; information about the user's organization and position; information on course registration and completion; training and assessment results; certificate information; information provided by the user when contacting the Astana Bilim Academy LLP; technical information necessary for the operation of the website and LMS.
The list of personal data is determined based on the specific purpose of processing and must not be excessive in relation to that purpose.
3. Purposes of Processing
Astana Bilim Academy LLP processes data for: user registration; creating and administering an account; providing access to courses; organizing the educational process; conducting assessments; issuing and recording certificates; fulfilling legal requirements; transferring information required by law to state information systems; post-course support; sending organizational notifications; processing inquiries and requests; performing contractual, accounting and tax obligations; ensuring the security of the website and LMS; technical maintenance and improvement of digital services.
4. Legal Grounds for Processing
4.1. Personal data is processed on grounds provided for by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
4.2. Where the consent of the personal data subject is required, processing is carried out on the basis of the relevant consent.
4.3. A separate Consent to the Collection and Processing of Personal Data is published on the Astana Bilim Academy LLP website and constitutes a standalone document.
5. Use of Data in the LMS
5.1. The LMS may record information necessary to organize training, including: account login events; progress through training materials; completion of assignments; test results; final assessment results; course completion information; certificate information.
5.2. Such information may be used to generate learning outcomes and confirm course completion.
6. Data Transfer
6.1. Personal data may be transferred to: authorized state bodies; state information systems; organizations involved in supporting the educational process; technical and IT providers ensuring the operation of the website, LMS, e-mail and communication tools; other persons in cases provided for by legislation.
6.2. Transfer is carried out only to the extent necessary for the relevant purpose and on lawful grounds.
7. Data Protection
7.1. Astana Bilim Academy LLP takes the necessary organizational and technical measures to protect personal data from unlawful access, alteration, disclosure, loss, and other unlawful actions.
7.2. Access by employees and engaged persons to data is limited to their job duties.
7.3. When selecting third-party services, Astana Bilim Academy LLP takes reasonable measures to ensure an appropriate level of information protection.
8. Data Retention
8.1. Personal data is retained for the period necessary to achieve the purposes of its processing, as well as for the periods established by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
8.2. Once the purposes of processing have been achieved, the data is destroyed or de-identified unless further retention is required by law.
9. Cookies and Technical Information
9.1. The website and LMS may use cookies and similar technical mechanisms to: ensure the website functions; authorize the user; save settings; ensure security; analyze the technical operation of services; improve the user experience.
9.2. Some cookies may be necessary for the proper functioning of the website and LMS.
9.3. The user may restrict the use of cookies in their browser settings, which may result in certain functions becoming unavailable.
10. Communications
10.1. Astana Bilim Academy LLP may use the user's contact details to send messages directly related to training: on registration; course access; training periods; schedule changes; training results; the certificate; post-course support.
10.2. Advertising and marketing messages are not mandatory educational notifications and are sent on the relevant lawful grounds.
11. User Rights
The user has the rights provided for by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, including the right to receive information about the processing of their personal data, to contact Astana Bilim Academy LLP on data processing matters, and to exercise other rights provided for by law.
12. Withdrawal of Consent
12.1. The user has the right to withdraw consent to the processing of personal data in the manner established by the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
12.2. Withdrawal of consent may result in the inability to provide certain services if the relevant personal data is objectively necessary for their provision or for the performance of statutory obligations.
13. Relationship with Other Astana Bilim Academy LLP Documents
13.1. This Policy applies together with the Public Offer Agreement and the User Agreement of the Astana Bilim Academy educational platform.
13.2. A separate legally binding consent of the personal data subject is formalized by the Consent to the Collection and Processing of Personal Data.
14. Updates to the Policy
14.1. Astana Bilim Academy LLP has the right to amend this Policy.
14.2. A new version is published on the Astana Bilim Academy LLP official website.
14.3. The date of the current version is indicated at the bottom of the document.
15. Contact Information
For questions regarding the processing of personal data, the user may contact:
Astana Bilim Academy LLP
E-mail: info@astanabilim.kz
Website: https://astanabilim.kz
LMS: https://lms.astanabilim.kz