Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to LayoutStack Academy. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By accessing or using LayoutStack Academy, you agree to the terms of this privacy policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not access or use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account: Name, email address, username, and password
• Enroll in courses: Payment information, billing address, and course preferences
• Complete your profile: Profile photo, bio, social media links, and educational background
• Contact us: Contact details and message content
• Participate in surveys: Feedback and demographic information

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Log data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and access times
• Device information: Device type, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information
• Usage data: Pages viewed, courses accessed, learning progress, and time spent on platform
• Cookies and tracking technologies: Information stored in cookies and similar technologies

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

• Social media platforms: If you connect your social media accounts
• Payment processors: Transaction information from payment services
• Analytics providers: Aggregated usage statistics and demographics

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Provide and maintain services: Deliver courses, track progress, and manage your account
• Process transactions: Handle payments and issue receipts
• Improve user experience: Personalize content and recommend relevant courses
• Communicate with you: Send updates, newsletters, and course notifications
• Customer support: Respond to inquiries and provide technical assistance
• Security and fraud prevention: Monitor and prevent unauthorized access
• Analytics and research: Understand usage patterns and improve our platform
• Legal compliance: Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, including:

• Cloud hosting providers (AWS, Google Cloud)
• Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
• Email service providers
• Analytics services (Google Analytics)
• Customer support tools

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes or government requests
• Enforce our terms and conditions
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of LayoutStack Academy, our users, or the public
• Prevent fraud or security threats

With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

Your Privacy Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you in a structured, commonly used format.

Correction

You can update or correct your personal information at any time through your account settings.

Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions. We will retain some information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

Object to Processing

You can object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing and automated decision-making.

Restrict Processing

You may request that we limit the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.

Withdraw Consent

Where we rely on consent to process your data, you can withdraw that consent at any time.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality
• Performance cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing cookies: Track your activity to deliver relevant advertisements

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our platform.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest (SSL/TLS)
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Employee training on data protection
• Secure data centers with physical security
• Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

• Active accounts: We retain data while your account is active
• Closed accounts: Most data is deleted within 90 days of account closure
• Legal requirements: Some data may be retained for longer periods to comply with legal obligations
• Backups: Data in backups may persist for up to 180 days

Children’s Privacy

LayoutStack Academy is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to remove such information from our systems.

For users between 13 and 18, we recommend parental guidance when using our services.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws.

When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by regulatory authorities
• Data processing agreements with service providers
• Compliance with applicable data protection frameworks

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.

When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
• Notify you via email or through a prominent notice on our platform
• Provide a summary of key changes

We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@thelayoutstack.site
• Data Protection Officer: dpo@thelayoutstack.site
• Mailing Address: LayoutStack Academy, 123 Learning Lane, Tech City, TC 12345
• Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days