Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect and why.

Scope

This policy applies to the Basics of Style website, learning platform, and related services offered to visitors and registered users.

Data We Collect

• Account data: name, email, password hash.
• Purchase records and course progress.
• Device and usage data for analytics.
• Support communications and form submissions.

Legal Basis

Where applicable, we rely on contractual necessity, legitimate interests, consent, and legal obligations. You may withdraw consent at any time where consent is the basis.

Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law. Aggregated, de-identified data may be retained longer.

How We Use Data

To provide services, improve content, and communicate updates you request.

• Account provisioning and authentication.
• Processing payments and issuing invoices.
• Personalizing course recommendations.
• Monitoring performance and preventing abuse.

Cookies

We use strictly necessary cookies and analytics cookies with consent. You can manage preferences via the cookie banner.

Categories

• Necessary: session, security, preferences essential to operate the site.
• Analytics: aggregated usage to improve our content and features.
• Marketing: if enabled, used to measure campaign effectiveness.

Security

We apply encryption in transit, access controls, and regular reviews.

International Transfers

When data is transferred across borders, we use appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses and risk assessments.

Your Rights

You can request access, correction, deletion, or data export.

• Access and portability
• Rectification and deletion
• Restriction and objection
• Consent withdrawal

Contact

Questions about this policy? Email [email protected] or call +1 (202) 555-0164.

If you are in the EU/EEA or UK, you may also contact your local supervisory authority.