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Privacy Policy

Effective date: 2026-03-30

This Privacy Policy explains how Podcraft Academy (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you use our website, courses, and related services (the “Services”). We process only what we need to operate the Services and we do not sell personal information.

Overview

We collect limited information to provide learning access, maintain security, and communicate with you. Some data is provided directly by you, while other data is generated automatically when you interact with the Services. Where required, we ask for consent for non-essential cookies and similar technologies.

Who we are

Controller/Business: Podcraft Academy. For privacy questions, requests, or complaints, contact us at [email protected] or by phone at +1 415 555 0132.

Information we collect

Depending on how you use the Services, we may collect:

  • Account and profile data such as name, email address, and authentication identifiers when you register or sign in.
  • Support and communications you send to us (emails, form submissions, and related metadata).
  • Course usage and progress including lesson completion, preferences, and progress markers. Some progress may be stored in your browser (for example, via localStorage) to improve experience.
  • Device and log data
  • Cookie and similar technology data:
    • Essential cookies necessary for core functionality, security, and session integrity.
    • Optional cookies (e.g., analytics) only when you opt in where required.

How we use information

We use information for the following purposes:

  • To provide, operate, and maintain the Services (including authentication, course access, and progress features).
  • To communicate with you about updates, support requests, and service-related notices.
  • To monitor, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, security incidents, and technical issues.
  • To improve content quality, user experience, and accessibility (including performance measurement when enabled).
  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our agreements.

Legal bases (GDPR/UK GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA/UK, we process personal data under one or more of these legal bases:

  • Contract — to provide the Services you request.
  • Legitimate interests — to secure and improve the Services, prevent misuse, and provide support (balanced against your rights).
  • Consent — for optional cookies/analytics or where required by law.
  • Legal obligation — to meet applicable legal requirements.

How we share information

We may share information in limited circumstances:

  • Service providers that help us operate the Services (hosting, email delivery, analytics if enabled). They may process data only under our instructions and for the purposes described in this Policy.
  • Legal and safety when required to comply with law, respond to valid requests, protect rights and safety, and prevent fraud or abuse.
  • Business changes in connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, or sale of assets, subject to appropriate confidentiality protections.

We do not sell personal information.

Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in (where applicable), remember preferences, and protect the Services. Where required, you can choose whether to allow optional cookies such as analytics.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect features and functionality.

If our website displays a cookie consent banner, you can use it to manage preferences at the time presented. Some essential cookies may be set regardless of opt-in choices to ensure the Services work securely.

Data retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide the Services and for the purposes described in this Policy, including meeting legal, accounting, and security requirements. Retention periods vary depending on the type of data, the reason we collected it, and applicable laws.

Security

We use administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International use and transfers

Our Services are accessible worldwide. If you access the Services from outside the country where our systems or providers are located, your data may be transferred across borders. We apply consistent protections and, where required, use appropriate safeguards for international transfers.

Children’s privacy

The Services are not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required by local law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

Your privacy rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:

  • Access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  • Deletion of personal data (subject to exceptions).
  • Restriction or objection to certain processing.
  • Data portability (where applicable).
  • Withdrawal of consent (where processing is based on consent).

To exercise your rights, contact [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

California privacy notice (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to know, delete, and correct, and the right to opt out of “sale” or “sharing” of personal information.

We do not sell personal information and we do not share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising as defined by applicable law.

To submit a request, email [email protected].

Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting. There is no consistent industry standard for DNT signals, so we do not respond to DNT in a uniform way. You can manage tracking technologies through cookie settings and your browser configuration.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated effective date. Material changes may be communicated through the Services where appropriate.

Contact

Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 415 555 0132