Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10th December 2025

This Privacy Policy outlines how Ceylon Academy of Gemmological Science (CAGS) (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information submitted through our website cags.lk and associated online forms.

By using our website or submitting your information, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you engage with our website forms (Contact Us, Register Now), we may collect:

• First Name & Last Name
• Phone Number
• Email Address
• Address
• Occupation / Designation
• Company / Industry
• Course Preferences
• Selected Course Type, Days (Weekday/Weekend)
• Any message or note submitted by you

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

Our website may automatically collect:

• IP Address
• Browser and device details
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website links
• Cookies and tracking data

2. How We Use Your Information

CAGS may use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and provide requested information
• Process course registrations and applications
• Maintain communication regarding courses, announcements, or updates
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Maintain internal student and administrative records
• Ensure security, identify technical issues, and prevent fraud

Marketing communications are only sent when voluntarily opted in.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your information.

We may share data only:

• With authorized service providers supporting website operations
• When required by law or government authorities
• To protect the rights, safety, and operations of CAGS
• With your explicit consent

4. Cookies and Tracking

CAGS may use cookies to improve site performance and analyze user behavior.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function as intended.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to safeguard your personal information.
Although we use industry-standard practices, no method of data transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

6. Data Retention

CAGS retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill educational, administrative, or legal requirements.

7. Your Rights

You may request:

• Access to your stored personal information
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion of personal information (subject to legal or administrative constraints)
• Withdrawal of consent

To submit a request, contact: cagssrilanka@gmail.com

8. External Links

Our website may feature links to blogs, resources, or external platforms.
CAGS is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically.
The updated version will always appear on this page with a revised date.

10. Contact Us

For inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, contact:

Ceylon Academy of Gemmological Science (CAGS)
No. 867/9, Kaduwela Road, Malabe, Sri Lanka
Phone: 0777572920
Email: cagssrilanka@gmail.com