EDGE Training & Consultancy (“EDGE,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of everyone who visits www.edgeegypt.com (the “Site”) or uses our training programs, consultancy services, and EDGE Online platform (collectively, the “Services”).
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and the choices and rights you have. By using the Site or our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
1. Who We Are
EDGE Training & Consultancy
7 Elreef Elsweedy, Sheikh Zayed, Giza, Egypt
Phone: +20-2-26932721
Email: info@edgeegypt.com
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information you give us directly
- Contact forms — when you reach out through our Contact Us page, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and the content of your message.
- Newsletter sign-up — if you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address (and name, if provided).
- EDGE Online accounts (“My Profile”) — when you register for self-learning courses, interactive programs, or webinars, we collect your name, email address, phone number, employer/organization, and any other details needed to create your profile and enroll you in a program.
- Program and training enquiries — when you request details about a training, consultancy, or assessment service, we collect the information you choose to share in that request.
- Communications — if you email or call us, we keep a record of that correspondence.
Information collected automatically
- Usage data — pages visited, time spent on the Site, links clicked, browser and device type, and referring website, collected through standard web server logs and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Cookies and similar technologies — small files stored on your device that help the Site function, remember your preferences, keep you logged in to “My Profile,” and help us understand how the Site is used. See Section 6 below.
Information from third parties
If you interact with EDGE through a third-party platform (for example, LinkedIn, Facebook, or a partner institution such as a training accreditation body), we may receive limited information from that platform in line with your settings there and that platform’s own privacy policy.
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data (such as health, religious, or financial account information) unless you voluntarily provide it to us, and only where relevant to delivering a specific program or service.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your enquiries and requests for information
- Register you for, and administer, training programs, webinars, consultancy engagements, and assessment services
- Create and manage your EDGE Online profile and track your course progress
- Send you our newsletter and updates about programs, if you have opted in
- Improve the Site, our content, and our Services
- Maintain the security of the Site and prevent fraud or misuse
- Comply with our legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable law requires a legal basis for processing personal data, we rely on one or more of the following:
- Consent — for example, when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Performance of a contract — for example, when you register for a paid program
- Legitimate interests — for example, improving our Site and Services, or responding to enquiries
- Legal obligation — for example, retaining records required by Egyptian law
5. How We Share Your Information
We share personal information only in the following circumstances:
- Service providers who support our operations (e.g., website hosting, email delivery, analytics, payment processing), under obligations to protect your data and use it only for the purpose we specify
- Training and accreditation partners, where a program you enroll in involves a third-party certifying or accrediting body, to the extent needed to issue your certificate or credential
- Legal and regulatory authorities, where required by Egyptian law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others
- Business transfers, if EDGE is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction
We do not share your information with third parties for their own independent marketing purposes without your consent.
6. Cookies
Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in to your EDGE Online profile
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how visitors use the Site, through analytics tools
- Support the functionality of embedded content (such as videos or sliders)
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features, such as staying logged in to “My Profile.”
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as needed to provide our Services, maintain your EDGE Online profile, meet legal and accounting requirements, and resolve disputes. When information is no longer needed for these purposes, we securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Rights
Depending on applicable law, including Egypt’s Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 151 of 2020), you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your information, subject to our legal retention obligations
- Withdraw consent at any time (for example, unsubscribing from our newsletter)
- Object to or restrict certain processing of your information
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details in Section 12. We may need to verify your identity before responding.
10. International Visitors
EDGE works with participants and partners across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and other countries. If you access the Site or our Services from outside Egypt, your information will be processed in Egypt and may be accessible to our service providers or partners in other countries. We take appropriate steps to protect your information wherever it is processed.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Site and Services are intended for business professionals and are not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
12. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including our social media pages (Facebook, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will indicate when changes were last made. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:
EDGE Training & Consultancy
7 Elreef Elsweedy, Sheikh Zayed, Giza, Egypt
Phone: +20-2-26932721
Email: info@edgeegypt.com