Master the Art of Confident Cooking

Last Updated: December 2024

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, register for classes, or contact us. This includes:

• Personal identifiers (name, email address, phone number)
• Contact information and preferences
• Payment and billing information
• Communications with our team
• Cooking preferences and dietary restrictions

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our cooking classes and services
• Process registrations and payments
• Send you important updates about your classes
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our services

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except:

• With your explicit consent
• To service providers who assist in our operations
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Delete your personal information
• Object to processing of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact us at [email protected] or +1 (312) 555-0187.

Last Updated: December 2024

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using our services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

Service Description

Confident Cooking Academy provides culinary education services including:

• In-person and virtual cooking classes
• Private cooking instruction
• Group workshops and specialty courses
• Meal planning and preparation guidance
• Educational resources and materials

Registration and Payment

Class registration requires advance booking and payment. Fees must be paid in full before class commencement unless otherwise arranged. We accept major credit cards and electronic payments.

Cancellation Policy

Students may cancel classes with 48 hours notice for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are subject to a 50% fee. No-shows forfeit the full class fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment.

Code of Conduct

Students must:

• Follow all safety guidelines and instructor directions
• Respect other students and instructors
• Arrive on time and prepared for class
• Notify us of allergies or dietary restrictions
• Use equipment responsibly and safely

Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the amount paid for services. We are not responsible for injuries, accidents, or damages beyond our reasonable control.

Intellectual Property

All course materials, recipes, and content are protected by copyright and remain the property of Confident Cooking Academy.

Contact Information

Questions about these terms can be directed to [email protected] or +1 (312) 555-0187.

Last Updated: December 2024

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often. This helps us improve our site performance and user experience.

Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may be set by us or by third party providers.

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. However, removing certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set cookies for analytics, social media, and advertising purposes. These third parties have their own cookie policies.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

For questions about our cookie policy, contact us at [email protected].

Last Updated: December 2024

Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights:

Right to Information

You have the right to be informed about how we collect, use, and share your personal data. This information is provided in our Privacy Policy.

Right of Access

You can request access to the personal data we hold about you, including details about how we process it.

Right to Rectification

You have the right to have inaccurate personal data corrected or completed if it's incomplete.

Right to Erasure ('Right to be Forgotten')

You can request that we delete your personal data in certain circumstances, such as when it's no longer necessary for the original purpose.

Right to Restrict Processing

You can request that we limit how we use your personal data in certain situations.

Right to Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format for transfer to another service provider.

Right to Object

You can object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing and profiling.

Rights Related to Automated Decision Making

You have rights related to automated decision-making and profiling, including the right to human review.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Consent: For marketing communications and non-essential cookies
• Contract: To provide our cooking classes and services
• Legitimate Interest: For business operations and service improvement
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in our Privacy Policy or as required by law. Student records are typically retained for 3 years after course completion.

International Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the EU/EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of your GDPR rights, contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +1 (312) 555-0187
• Mail: 425 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1800, Chicago, IL 60611

We will respond to your request within one month. If you're not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Last Updated: December 2024

Digital Millennium Copyright Act Policy

Confident Cooking Academy respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and will respond to valid copyright infringement notices.

Copyright Infringement Notification

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used on our website in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide our designated copyright agent with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the material claimed to be infringing and its location on our website
• Your contact information (address, phone number, email address)
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was wrongly removed due to a DMCA notice, you may file a counter-notification including:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed material and its former location
• A statement under penalty of perjury that the removal was a mistake or misidentification
• Your contact information and consent to jurisdiction

Designated Copyright Agent

Send DMCA notices to our designated agent:

Confident Cooking Academy
DMCA Agent
425 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1800
Chicago, IL 60611
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (312) 555-0187

Repeat Infringer Policy

We reserve the right to terminate access for users who repeatedly infringe on copyrights.

Educational Use and Fair Use

Our cooking classes may include demonstration of techniques and recipes for educational purposes. We respect fair use principles and encourage original content creation.

Content Licensing

All original recipes, techniques, and educational materials developed by Confident Cooking Academy are protected by copyright. Students may use materials for personal, non-commercial purposes only.