Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how Global Cyber Talent Initiative collects, uses, and protects your personal information.
Last Updated: February 2026
Global Cyber Talent Initiative ("GCTI", "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 visit our website, use our services, or participate in our programme.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for our programme or submit an application
- Contact us through our website or email
- Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
- Participate in surveys or feedback forms
This information may include:
- Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
- Educational background and work experience
- Application materials and supporting documents
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:
- IP address and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Device information and operating system
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Programme Delivery
To process applications, manage programme participation, and provide educational services.
Communication
To respond to inquiries, send programme updates, and provide customer support.
Improvement
To analyze usage patterns, improve our services, and enhance user experience.
Legal Compliance
To comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms, and protect our rights.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Employer Partners
With your consent, we may share your performance data and profile information with employer partners for placement and recruitment purposes.
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our programme, or serving our users.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect our rights and safety.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Security Measures
We use encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments to safeguard your data. All staff members are trained in data protection and confidentiality.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
- Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Programme records may be retained for assessment and verification purposes.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Sponsorship and Support: sponsor@globalcybertalent.com
General Inquiries: enquiries@globalcybertalent.com
Application Form: applications@globalcybertalent.com