876.469.0819 info@jaceonline.org

Privacy Statement

Effective Date: June 20, 2025
Website: https://www.jaceonline.org
Owner: Jamaica Academy of Computer Education (JACE)

At JACE Online, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information, in full compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2020 (Jamaica).

1. Collection of Personal Data

We collect personal data from you when you:

     

      • Register on our website

      • Subscribe to newsletters or communications

      • Submit an inquiry or contact form

      • Make a donation or payment

      • Participate in surveys, events, or other initiatives

    The types of personal data we may collect include:

       

        • Full name

        • Email address

        • Phone number

        • Postal address

        • Payment or donation details (via secure third-party processors)

        • Any other information you voluntarily provide

      2. Purpose of Data Collection

      We collect and process your data for the following purposes:

         

          • To provide you with requested services or information

          • To manage your membership or participation in JACE activities

          • To communicate with you about events, updates, and initiatives

          • To respond to inquiries and provide customer support

          • To improve our website and services

          • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

        3. Legal Basis for Processing

        In accordance with the Data Protection Act, 2020, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

           

            • Your consent

            • The performance of a contract or agreement

            • Compliance with legal obligations

            • Our legitimate interests (such as organizational operations and outreach)

          4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

          We do not sell or rent your personal data.

          We may share your data with:

             

              • Authorized JACE staff and volunteers, strictly for relevant purposes

              • Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) who are contractually bound to protect your data

              • Regulatory or legal authorities, when required by law

            5. Data Storage and Security

            We use reasonable organizational, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

            Your data may be stored on secure servers within or outside Jamaica, provided the recipient jurisdiction ensures adequate data protection standards in accordance with the Act.

            6. Data Retention

            We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above, or as required by law. Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

            7. Your Rights Under the Data Protection Act (Jamaica)

            You have the right to:

               

                • Request access to your personal data

                • Correct or update your personal information

                • Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)

                • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

                • Object to or restrict certain types of processing

                • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner in Jamaica

              To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

              8. Cookies and Website Analytics

              Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

              Tracking Technologies

              Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and serve personalized advertisements through partners such as Google AdSense. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve our services.

              Types of Cookies We Use

              • Essential Cookies – Necessary for the website to function properly (e.g., security, accessibility).

              • Analytics Cookies – Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).

              • Advertising Cookies – Used by advertising partners like Google AdSense to deliver relevant ads based on your interests and online behavior.

              How We Use Cookies

              We use cookies to:

              • Ensure the website functions securely and efficiently

              • Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region)

              • Measure and analyze traffic and usage patterns

              • Serve personalized ads and measure their effectiveness

              Third-Party Cookies

              We may allow trusted third parties, including Google, to set cookies on your device to provide advertising and analytics services. These third parties may combine data collected from our website with other data you have provided to them or they have collected from your use of their services.

              Managing Your Cookie Preferences

              You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. You can also use tools provided by Google and other advertising partners to control ad personalization (e.g., Google Ads Settings). Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

              9. Third-Party Links

              Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy statements.

              10. Contact Us

              If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or how your data is handled, please contact:

              –Jamaica Academy of Computer Education (JACE)
              E-mail: info@jaceonline.org
              Phone: 876-469-0819
              Address: 9 Beckford Street, Savanna la mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica

              11. Changes to This Privacy Statement

              We may update this Privacy Statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website.