Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 18, 2025

SkillsForge, a collaborative effort between Think Tank Technologies and InstaSites Digital Agency (“SkillsForge,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), operates an affiliate website (www.skillsforge.one, the “Site”) dedicated to recommending online courses, scholarships, and sharing news about new learning opportunities. We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices, emphasizing that we do not collect, store, or process any personal information from users. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors to the Site. SkillsForge provides recommendations for courses (e.g., on Coursera, Udemy), scholarships, and learning news via affiliate links and content. We do not offer user accounts, forms, or services that collect personal data. This policy covers:

  • Our non-collection of user data.

  • Use of affiliate links and tracking technologies.

  • Links to third-party platforms.

2. Information We Do Not Collect

SkillsForge does not collect, store, or process any personal information from users, including:

  • Names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other contact details.

  • Account or login information, as we do not offer user registration.

  • Payment details, as we do not process transactions.

  • Application data, as scholarship applications are handled by third parties.

  • Any user-submitted data via forms, comments, or communications.

3. Affiliate Links and Tracking

As an affiliate site, SkillsForge earns commissions by recommending courses and scholarships through affiliate links to third-party platforms (e.g., Coursera, Udemy, scholarship providers). When you click these links:

  • Tracking: Affiliate tools (e.g., ThirstyAffiliates) may use cookies or URL parameters to track clicks and referrals for commission purposes. These cookies do not collect personal information but may record anonymized data (e.g., click source).

  • Third-Party Data Collection: The linked platforms (e.g., Coursera) may collect your data if you enroll or apply. Their privacy policies govern such data, and we are not responsible for their practices. Review their policies before sharing information.

4. Cookies and Analytics

We may use minimal cookies or tracking technologies for Site functionality and analytics:

  • Essential Cookies: Enable basic Site features (e.g., navigation), if applicable.

  • Analytics Cookies: We may use tools like Google Analytics to collect anonymized, aggregated data (e.g., page views, referral sources) to improve the Site. No personal information (e.g., names, emails, IP addresses linked to individuals) is collected.

  • Management: You can manage cookies via your browser settings or our cookie consent banner (if implemented). Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality but does not impact access to our content.

5. Third-Party Links

The Site contains affiliate links to third-party platforms (e.g., Coursera, Udemy) and scholarship providers. These sites have their own privacy policies, which may involve data collection if you interact with them (e.g., enroll in a course). SkillsForge is not responsible for their data practices. We encourage you to review their policies before engaging.

6. Data Security

Since we do not collect personal information, no user data is stored or processed on our servers. The Site is hosted on secure servers with standard security measures:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit.

  • Regular updates to WordPress and plugins (e.g., ThirstyAffiliates, Search & Filter).

  • Firewalls and access controls to protect Site content.

7. Your Rights

As we do not collect personal information, there is no user data to access, correct, delete, or port. If you have concerns about data collected by third-party platforms via our affiliate links, contact those platforms directly (e.g., Coursera at support@coursera.org).

8. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to individuals under 16 years of age, in compliance with the Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Act and international standards. As we do not collect any user data, no children’s information is involved.

9. International Users

The Site is operated from Sri Lanka, and content is accessible globally. Since we collect no personal data, no cross-border data transfers occur. Third-party platforms you access via affiliate links may process data in other jurisdictions, subject to their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, contact us:

Think Tank Technologies & InstaSites Digital Agency
Email: support@skillsforge.one