Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

UUDS Learning – UAE Branch

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how UUDS Aero DWC ("we", "us") collects, processes, stores, and deletes personal data within the UAE branch platform.

2. Data We Collect

  • Account Data: Name, email, username, password
  • Learning Data: Courses, progress, certifications
  • System Data: IP address, device, logs
  • Communication Data: Emails, support requests
  • Cookies & analytics usage data

3. Purpose of Processing

  • Platform functionality
  • Security & fraud detection
  • User experience personalization
  • Legal compliance (UAE PDPL)

4. Data Security

We apply encryption, secure authentication, and access control to protect user data. All actions related to sensitive data are logged and monitored.

5. Data Retention, Deletion & Account Closure

We follow a multi-stage secure deletion process:

Stage 1 – Request Submission

Users must submit a deletion request via:

  • Authenticated account (logged-in request)
  • Verified email request

Stage 2 – Identity Verification

  • Re-authentication (password / OTP)
  • Email confirmation link
  • Optional admin verification

Stage 3 – Cooling-Off Period

Deletion is delayed by 30 days:

  • User can cancel anytime
  • Reminder notifications sent

Stage 4 – Soft Delete (Archive)

  • Account deactivated
  • Data moved to archive
  • No user access

Stage 5 – Permanent Deletion

After 90 days:

  • All personal data erased
  • Backups overwritten
  • Irreversible anonymization applied

Security Note: All deletion requests require identity verification to prevent unauthorized actions.

6. Data Retention Policy

  • Active users → retained during usage
  • Inactive users → reviewed after 12 months
  • Archived data → retained up to 90 days
  • Legal obligations → retained per UAE law

7. User Rights (UAE PDPL)

  • Access personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion (verified only)
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request data portability

8. Protection Against Unauthorized Requests

  • No deletion via unverified email
  • Session validation required
  • Multi-factor authentication support
  • Audit logs for all actions

9. Cookies

Cookies are used for session management, analytics, and security. Users may disable cookies via browser settings.

10. Children

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

11. Legal Compliance

This policy complies with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 (PDPL).

12. Policy Updates

We may update this policy. Continued use indicates acceptance.

13. Contact

Email: privacy@uuds.aero

Address: UUDS Aero DWC, Dubai, UAE