Welcome to the Konsultan Platform by Akademi Perunding Imej Profesional ("APIP"). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This policy outlines how we handle the information you share with us.
1. Information We Collect
To provide you with the best possible experience on our platform, we collect the following types of information:
- Account Essentials: When you register, we ask for your name, email address, password, and your professional category (CPIC, CSC, or CMIC).
- Profile Details: If you choose to build your digital profile, we collect additional details such as your biography, expertise, location, gender, and contact links (WhatsApp, Social Media).
- Media: Any photos or banners you upload to showcase your portfolio.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your information purposefully to:
- Showcase Your Brand: Create and host your public "mini-website" on perundingimej.com so clients can find you.
- Verify Identity: Ensure that only certified consultants from APIP are listed in our directory.
- Improve Service: Analyze platform usage to build better features for you.
- Connect: Send you important updates about your account, events, or new learning materials.
3. Sharing & Visibility
Since the goal of this platform is to promote your services, here is how your data is shared:
- Public Profiles: If you set your profile visibility to "Public", your profile information (Name, Bio, Photos, Contact) will be visible to anyone on the internet.
- Directory Listings: Your basic professional details (Name, Certification, State) are listed in our directory to verify your status, even if your full profile is private.
- Legal Obligations: We do not sell your data. We only share information if required by law.
4. Security Measures
We take your security seriously. We employ industry-standard measures including:
- Encryption: Secure HTTPS connections for all data transfer.
- Password Protection: Strong hashing algorithms to protect your login credentials.
- Secure Storage: Files are stored in restricted environments to prevent unauthorized access.
5. Your Control & Rights
You are in control of your data:
- Edit Anytime: You can log in to your dashboard 24/7 to update or hide your profile information.
- Delete Account: If you wish to leave the platform, you may request a full deletion of your account and data by contacting our support team.