Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you register for our digital profession intensives and bootcamps, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Full name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Billing and payment information
• Educational background and professional experience
• Resume or CV details
• Portfolio links and work samples
• Communication preferences and feedback

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Operating system and device information
• Pages viewed and time spent on our website
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

DwellingCorner uses the collected information for various purposes to provide and improve our services:

• Course Administration: To process registrations, manage enrollments, and deliver our digital profession training programs
• Communication: To send you course materials, updates, announcements, and respond to your inquiries
• Payment Processing: To process transactions and send billing information related to our intensives and bootcamps
• Personalization: To customize your learning experience and recommend relevant courses
• Analytics: To analyze website usage patterns and improve our platform functionality
• Marketing: To send promotional materials about new courses and special offers (with your consent)
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, and providing services (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, learning management systems)
• Instructors and Mentors: With course instructors and mentors who need access to your information to deliver educational services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information for specific purposes

4. Data Security

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

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure storage systems with access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Employee training on data protection and privacy practices
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you interact with our website
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information for certain purposes
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent for marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Children's Privacy

Our digital profession intensives and bootcamps are designed for individuals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those of your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not operated by DwellingCorner. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.