Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we protect and handle your personal information.

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you use bmabamks's self-development platform, we collect information that you voluntarily provide to us. This includes your name, email address, phone number when you create an account, enroll in courses, or contact our support team. We also collect payment information when you purchase our courses or services, though this is processed securely through our payment partners.

Additionally, we may collect information about your learning preferences, goals, and progress within our platform. This helps us personalize your experience and provide more relevant content recommendations. We also collect any feedback, reviews, or testimonials you choose to share with us.

Automatically Collected Information

Our platform automatically collects certain technical information when you visit our website or use our services. This includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, and browsing patterns. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your user experience and analyze how our platform is used.

  • Log files containing IP addresses, browser types, and access times
  • Cookies that remember your preferences and login status
  • Analytics data about how you interact with our content
  • Device identifiers and mobile app usage statistics
  • Location data (general geographic area, not precise location)

Important Note: We never collect sensitive personal information such as social security numbers, financial account details, or health records unless specifically required for our services and with your explicit consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our self-development platform and services. Your personal information helps us create a customized learning experience tailored to your specific needs and goals in overcoming procrastination and developing productive habits.

Service Delivery

We use your information to deliver our courses, track your progress, and provide personalized recommendations. This includes sending you course materials, progress updates, and educational content that aligns with your learning objectives. We also use this information to process payments, manage your account, and provide customer support.

Communication

We may use your contact information to send you important updates about our services, new course offerings, and educational content that might interest you. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time, though we'll still need to send you essential service-related messages.

Purpose Information Used Legal Basis
Course delivery and progress tracking Name, email, learning data Contract performance
Payment processing Payment information, billing address Contract performance
Customer support Contact information, account details Legitimate interest
Platform improvement Usage analytics, feedback Legitimate interest
Marketing communications Email, preferences Consent

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We understand that your personal information is valuable and sensitive. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We only share your information in specific circumstances that are necessary for providing our services or as required by law.

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform and deliver our services. This includes payment processors, email service providers, cloud hosting services, and analytics platforms. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specific services they provide to us.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a valid subpoena, court order, or other legal process. We may also share information if we believe it's necessary to protect our rights, investigate fraud, or ensure the safety of our users. In such cases, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you unless prohibited by law.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity. We will notify you of any such transfer and any changes to this privacy policy.

4. Data Security and Protection

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Our security practices include both technical and administrative safeguards designed to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your data.

Technical Safeguards

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols
  • Secure server infrastructure with regular security updates and monitoring
  • Multi-factor authentication for administrative access
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems

Administrative Safeguards

We maintain strict access controls, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access your personal information, and only to the extent necessary for their job functions. Our team receives regular training on data protection best practices and privacy requirements.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. Generally, we keep account information for active users indefinitely, but you can request deletion of your account at any time. Course progress and learning data is typically retained for educational and analytical purposes, but can be deleted upon request.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information, and we're committed to helping you exercise these rights. We believe in transparency and giving you control over your data.

Access and Correction

You can access and update most of your personal information through your account dashboard. If you need assistance accessing or correcting your information, you can contact our support team at any time. We'll respond to your request within 30 days and provide you with the information you're seeking or explain why we cannot fulfill your request.

Data Portability

You have the right to receive a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used format. This includes your profile information, course progress, and any content you've created on our platform. You can request this data export through your account settings or by contacting our support team.

Deletion Rights

You can request deletion of your account and associated personal information at any time. Please note that some information may be retained for legal or business purposes, such as transaction records for tax purposes or to prevent fraud. We'll clearly explain what information, if any, we need to retain and why.

Marketing Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or updating your preferences in your account settings. You'll still receive important service-related communications.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content. Understanding how these technologies work can help you make informed decisions about your privacy preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality, including login and security features
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our platform to improve performance
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings for a better user experience
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences or our cookie management tool. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our platform, but essential cookies are necessary for basic operations and cannot be disabled.

7. International Data Transfers

As a platform serving users globally, we may transfer your information to servers and service providers located in different countries. We ensure that all international transfers comply with applicable privacy laws and provide adequate protection for your personal information.

Transfer Safeguards

When transferring data internationally, we use appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions, or other legally recognized transfer mechanisms. We work only with service providers who commit to protecting your information according to high privacy standards.

8. Children's Privacy

Our platform is designed for adults and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information immediately. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided us with personal information should contact us right away.

Age Verification

We may implement age verification measures to ensure compliance with children's privacy laws. Users must confirm they are at least 18 years old to create an account and access our services.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we'll notify you through email or a prominent notice on our platform. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Notification Process

For material changes that affect your rights or how we use your information, we'll provide at least 30 days' notice before the changes take effect. Continued use of our platform after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. State-Specific Privacy Rights

Residents of certain states, including California, Virginia, and Colorado, have additional privacy rights under state law. These may include the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of certain data processing activities.

California Privacy Rights

California residents have the right to request information about the categories of personal information we collect, the purposes for which we use it, and the categories of third parties with whom we share it. You also have the right to request deletion of your personal information and to opt out of the sale of personal information (though we don't sell personal information).

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your state privacy rights, you can contact us using the information provided below. We'll verify your identity and process your request within the timeframes required by applicable law, typically within 45 days.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal information, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Email: help@bmabamks.com

Address: 135 Brownell St #1, New Haven, CT 06511, United States

Phone: +1 (740) 504-0509

We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours during business days.