Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Stylor Academy ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our educational services, including paid courses and community features.

By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

• Name and email address (when you register)
• Profile information and photos (optional)
• Payment information (processed securely through MetaPay/Facebook Pay)
• Course progress and completion data
• Forum posts and comments
• Communication preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, click patterns)
• IP address and approximate location
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Facebook Pixel data (when you interact with our payment system)

2.3 Facebook Integration Data

• Facebook profile information (if you use Facebook Login)
• Payment transaction data from MetaPay
• Social interactions with our content on Facebook

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide and improve our educational services
• Process payments and manage course enrollments
• Track learning progress and provide personalized recommendations
• Facilitate community discussions and support
• Send important updates about courses and services
• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
• Marketing communications (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

• Payment Processing: MetaPay/Facebook Pay for secure payment transactions
• Video Hosting: Vimeo for course video delivery
• Analytics: Facebook Pixel and other analytics tools
• Email Services: For course notifications and updates

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.

4.3 Business Transfers

In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Data Security

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

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure payment processing through certified providers
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Staff training on data protection practices

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data (see our Data Deletion page)
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Objection: Opt-out of certain data processing activities
• Marketing: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our site
• Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and enables targeted advertising
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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 to have it removed.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Account Data: Until you delete your account or request deletion
• Course Progress: Retained for educational continuity and certificates
• Payment Records: Kept for legal and tax compliance (typically 7 years)
• Marketing Data: Until you unsubscribe or object to processing

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. For significant changes, we may also send you an email notification.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: