Privacy policy

Distinct Consulting Solutions Training Portal

Last Updated: February 2026

  1. Introduction

Distinct Consulting Solutions (“DCS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of individuals who access our website, register for training programs, participate in certification courses, or use digital tools available through the DCS Training Portal.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in connection with our professional education, compliance training, and related services.

By using the Training Portal, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

  1. Information We Collect A. Information You Provide Directly

We may collect:

Name, title, and institutional affiliation

Email address, phone number, and mailing address

Account login credentials

Payment and billing information (processed through secure third-party vendors)

Course registrations, certifications, and training participation records

Communications sent to DCS (emails, inquiries, feedback)

B. Training-Related Information

We may collect:

Attendance and completion data

Assessment results or certification status

Participation in discussions or interactive activities

Voluntary survey or evaluation responses

Participants should not provide:

Personally identifiable student information

Protected health information

Confidential investigative records

unless expressly authorized through a separate written agreement.

C. Automatically Collected Information

When you access the Training Portal, we may collect:

IP address and device type

Browser and operating system

Pages visited and time spent

Cookies or similar technologies

This information is used for security, analytics, and platform functionality.

  1. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

Provide and administer trainings, certifications, and digital resources

Process registrations and payments

Communicate about courses, schedules, and updates

Issue certificates or credentials

Improve training content, tools, and user experience

Maintain security and prevent misuse

Comply with legal and contractual obligations

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

  1. Sharing of Information

We may share information only as necessary with:

A. Service Providers

Trusted vendors who support:

Payment processing

Learning management systems

Email communications

Data hosting and cybersecurity

These providers are contractually required to maintain confidentiality and data protection.

B. Institutional Clients

If an institution sponsors your participation, we may share:

Enrollment status

Attendance or completion

Certification results

consistent with contractual agreements.

C. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required to:

Comply with law, subpoena, or court order

Protect rights, safety, or property of DCS or others

Investigate fraud or misuse

  1. Data Security

DCS implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from:

Unauthorized access

Disclosure

Alteration

Destruction

However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to:

Provide services and certifications

Maintain training records

Meet legal, contractual, or audit requirements

When no longer required, data is securely deleted or de-identified.

  1. Cookies and Analytics

The Training Portal may use:

Essential cookies for login and functionality

Analytics tools to understand usage patterns

You may disable cookies through browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

  1. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access personal information we hold about you

Request correction of inaccurate data

Request deletion of certain data

Opt out of non-essential communications

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

  1. FERPA and Sensitive Data Considerations

DCS trainings are professional education services, not student record systems.

Participants must not upload or disclose:

FERPA-protected student records

Medical or disability documentation

Confidential investigative evidence

unless explicitly authorized in a separate written agreement with DCS.

  1. Children’s Privacy

The Training Portal is intended for adult professional users. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website or portal may link to third-party platforms. DCS is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

Users should review those privacy policies independently.

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the Training Portal constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

  1. Contact Information

For privacy questions or requests:

Distinct Consulting Solutions 231 S. Bemiston Ave, Ste 850, St. Louis, MO 63105 distinct.consulting@outlook.com www.distinctconsultingsolutions.com