Master the Art of Professional Baking

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, enroll in courses, or contact us for support. This may include your name, email address, phone number, and payment information.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services, process transactions, send communications, and comply with legal obligations.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this privacy policy or as required by law.

Data Security

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

Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You may also opt out of certain communications from us.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at [email protected] or call +44 20 7123 4567.

Course Enrollment

By enrolling in our courses, you agree to attend scheduled classes and complete required assignments. Course fees are due upon enrollment and are non-refundable after the first session.

Cancellation Policy

Students may cancel enrollment up to 7 days before the course start date for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days are subject to a 25% cancellation fee.

Code of Conduct

Students are expected to maintain professional behavior, respect equipment and facilities, and follow all safety guidelines during classes.

Intellectual Property

Course materials, recipes, and techniques taught are proprietary to Distinctive Bakes Courses and may not be reproduced or distributed without written permission.

Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the amount paid for the specific course. We are not responsible for indirect damages or losses resulting from course participation.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will be resolved in London courts.

Your Data Protection Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal data.
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data.
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your data under certain circumstances.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request limitation of data processing.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request transfer of your data.
• Right to Object: You can object to processing of your data.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

• Your consent for marketing communications
• Contractual necessity for course delivery
• Legitimate interests for business operations
• Legal obligations for record keeping

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in our privacy policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

International Transfers

Your data may be transferred outside the UK/EU for cloud storage and payment processing, with appropriate safeguards in place.

Contact Our DPO

For data protection inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected].

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 site usage.

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.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as Google Analytics and social media platforms.

Cookie Settings

Digital Millennium Copyright Act Notice

Distinctive Bakes Courses respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. We will respond to clear notices of alleged copyright infringement.

Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe that content on our website infringes your copyright, please provide our designated agent with the following information:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Identification of the allegedly infringing material
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• A statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury

DMCA Agent Contact

Send DMCA notices to:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 42 Baker Street, London W1U 7AZ, United Kingdom

Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was wrongly removed due to a mistake or misidentification, you may send a counter-notification to our DMCA agent.

Repeat Infringers

We will terminate accounts of users who are determined to be repeat infringers in appropriate circumstances.