Privacy Policy

1Introduction

The eLearning Designer's Academy ("Academy," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

The eLearning Designer's Academy is owned and operated by Tim Slade Omnimedia, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect personal information when you access or interact with our website, online community, courses, memberships, educational programs, events, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

This Privacy Policy applies to:

• Our public website and associated web pages.
• Our online community hosted through Circle.
• Free and paid membership programs.
• Self-paced courses and live educational programs.
• Certificate programs, workshops, and events.
• Email newsletters and marketing communications.
• Digital products, downloadable resources, and related services.
• Other interactions you have with The eLearning Designer's Academy.

By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Your use of our Services is also governed by our Terms of Service.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this document.

2Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information in several ways, including information you provide directly, information collected automatically, and information received from third-party service providers.

The specific information we collect depends on how you interact with our Services.

AInformation You Provide Directly

Account and Registration Information

When you create an account, register for our community, or enroll in a course or program, we may collect:

• First and last name.
• Email address.
• Username or profile name.
• Profile photograph.
• Professional title or occupation.
• Company or organization.
• Geographic location.
• Other information you choose to include in your profile.

Communications and Support Requests

When you contact us, participate in discussions, submit forms, or request assistance, we may collect:

• Your name and contact information.
• The contents of your messages.
• Information related to your questions or requests.
• Any documents, files, or other materials you provide.

Community Participation and Member Content

When you participate in our community, we may collect information associated with your activities, including:

• Posts, comments, and replies.
• Discussion participation.
• Direct messages and other communications.
• Design challenge submissions.
• Portfolio projects and examples.
• Course assignments and learning activities.
• Uploaded images, videos, documents, and other files.
• Reactions, interactions, and other community engagement data.

Some of this information may be visible to other community members, depending on the features you use and the applicable privacy settings.

Please avoid sharing sensitive personal information, confidential employer information, or proprietary client materials unless you have the appropriate authorization.

Course and Program Information

When you participate in educational programs, we may collect:

• Enrollment information.
• Course participation and progress.
• Assignment submissions.
• Assessment results.
• Attendance records.
• Certificates earned.
• Feedback and survey responses.
• Other information related to your learning experience.

Payment and Transaction Information

When you purchase a product, course, membership, or other Service, we may collect:

• Your name and billing information.
• Email address.
• Purchase history.
• Transaction dates and amounts.
• Subscription status.
• Payment confirmation and transaction identifiers.

Payments are processed through third-party payment providers, including Circle and Stripe.

We do not directly collect or store complete credit card numbers or payment card security codes.

Our payment processors handle payment information according to their own privacy policies and security practices.

BInformation Collected Automatically

When you access our website or use our Services, we and our third-party service providers may automatically collect certain information.

This may include:

Device and Browser Information

• Internet Protocol (IP) address.
• Browser type and version.
• Operating system.
• Device type.
• Device identifiers.
• Language preferences.
• Referring website or source.

Website and Community Usage Information

• Pages visited.
• Links and buttons clicked.
• Time spent on pages.
• Navigation patterns.
• Course and community interactions.
• Content viewed or accessed.
• General engagement and usage activity.

Approximate Location Information

We may derive your approximate geographic location from your IP address or other technical information.

We do not intentionally collect precise GPS location information unless a specific feature requires it and appropriate permissions are obtained.

CCookies and Similar Technologies

We and our third-party service providers may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to support the operation and improvement of our Services.

Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help websites recognize your browser and remember certain information.

We may use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Account authentication and security.
• Remembering user preferences.
• Maintaining login sessions.
• Understanding website traffic.
• Analyzing how visitors use our Services.
• Improving website functionality.
• Measuring the effectiveness of marketing activities.

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website.

Google Analytics may collect information about your device, browser, pages visited, interactions, and approximate location.

Google may process this information according to its applicable privacy policies and data processing terms.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings and any cookie preference tools we make available.

Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.

Where required by applicable law, we will obtain consent before using nonessential cookies or similar tracking technologies.

DInformation From Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party platforms and service providers that support our operations.

These may include:

• Circle, our community and course platform.
• Stripe and other payment service providers.
• Website analytics providers.
• Event registration and webinar platforms.
• Social media platforms.
• Other service providers you interact with in connection with our Services.

The information received may include account details, purchase confirmations, engagement data, or other information necessary to provide our Services.

We may combine information received from these sources with information we already maintain, where permitted by law.

3How We Use Your Personal Information

We use personal information to operate, maintain, improve, and provide our Services.

Specifically, we may use your information for the following purposes.

Providing Our Services

We use personal information to:

• Create and manage accounts.
• Provide access to courses and community features.
• Process enrollments and purchases.
• Deliver educational materials and resources.
• Track course progress and completion.
• Issue certificates of completion.
• Provide customer support.
• Manage memberships and subscriptions.

Communications

We may use your contact information to send:

• Account notifications.
• Purchase confirmations and receipts.
• Course and program announcements.
• Event reminders.
• Community notifications.
• Service updates.
• Security alerts.
• Customer support responses.

Some communications are necessary for the operation of our Services and may continue even if you unsubscribe from promotional emails.

Marketing and Promotional Communications

We may use your information to communicate about:

• New courses and educational programs.
• Upcoming workshops and events.
• Membership opportunities.
• Community activities.
• Special offers and promotions.
• Educational resources and newsletters.

We use Circle to manage certain email marketing and community communications.

You may unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in those messages.

We will honor applicable marketing preferences and legal requirements.

Improving Our Services

We may analyze information about how people use our website, community, and educational programs to:

• Improve the user experience.
• Evaluate course effectiveness.
• Identify popular content.
• Understand community engagement.
• Improve website performance.
• Develop new educational offerings.
• Troubleshoot technical issues.

Community Management and Safety

We may use personal information to:

• Moderate community discussions.
• Enforce our Terms of Service.
• Investigate suspected misconduct.
• Prevent spam, fraud, or unauthorized activity.
• Protect members and the integrity of our Services.
• Respond to security incidents.

Legal and Administrative Purposes

We may process personal information to:

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain business and financial records.
• Respond to lawful requests from government authorities.
• Enforce contractual agreements.
• Protect our legal rights.
• Resolve disputes.

4How We Share Personal Information

We do not disclose personal information indiscriminately.

However, we may share information with third parties when necessary to provide our Services, operate our business, or comply with legal obligations.

AService Providers

We may share personal information with companies that provide services on our behalf.

These include providers supporting:

• Community hosting and management.
• Course delivery.
• Payment processing.
• Website hosting.
• Email communications.
• Analytics and performance monitoring.
• Customer support.
• Data storage and security.
• AI-powered functionality.

These providers may process personal information as necessary to perform their services, subject to applicable contractual obligations and privacy requirements.

BCircle

Our online community, certain courses, and email communications are powered by Circle.

Circle may process personal information associated with:

• Account creation and authentication.
• Member profiles.
• Community participation.
• Course enrollment and progress.
• Direct messages and communications.
• Membership management.
• Payments and subscriptions.
• Platform analytics and administration.

Circle's handling of personal information is governed by its applicable privacy policies and data processing terms.

CPayment Processors

We use Circle and Stripe to facilitate payments.

Payment processors may collect and process financial information necessary to complete transactions, prevent fraud, manage subscriptions, and comply with financial regulations.

Their processing of personal information may be subject to their own privacy policies and legal obligations.

DAnalytics Providers

We use Google Analytics to understand website traffic and user behavior.

Google may collect and process certain information through cookies and similar technologies.

The information collected helps us evaluate and improve our website and Services.

EOther Community Members

Certain information you provide through the community may be visible to other members.

This may include:

• Your name and profile information.
• Community posts and comments.
• Shared projects and submissions.
• Participation in discussions.
• Other content you voluntarily publish.

Information shared in community spaces may be viewed, copied, saved, or redistributed by other members.

Although we establish community guidelines and take reasonable steps to protect member information, we cannot guarantee that other members will not retain or share information they have accessed.

We encourage you to consider carefully what information you choose to share.

FEducational and Promotional Use of Member Content

We may feature Member Content in educational materials, courses, newsletters, videos, social media, and other Academy-related communications as described in our Terms of Service.

This may include identifying information associated with the content, such as a member's name, professional title, image, or other information voluntarily shared with the submission.

We will handle such information in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

We do not automatically treat private messages or confidential communications as publicly shareable Member Content.

GLegal Requirements and Protection of Rights

We may disclose personal information when we reasonably believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with applicable laws or legal processes.
• Respond to lawful government requests.
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of the Academy, our members, or others.
• Investigate fraud, security incidents, or unlawful conduct.
• Enforce our Terms of Service.

HBusiness Transfers

If Tim Slade Omnimedia, LLC undergoes a merger, acquisition, restructuring, sale of assets, or similar business transaction, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Any such transfer will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

IWith Your Consent

We may share personal information for other purposes when you provide consent or specifically direct us to do so.

5Artificial Intelligence and Personal Information

Certain Academy Services may incorporate artificial intelligence technologies.

These may include:

• AI-powered community features.
• AI-assisted educational tools.
• Virtual learning simulations.
• AI-generated feedback or responses.
• AI-powered administrative and support functionality.

Some AI features may be provided through Circle or other third-party technology providers.

How AI Features May Process Information

When you interact with AI-powered features, information you provide may be processed to generate responses, deliver functionality, or support your learning experience.

Depending on the feature, this may include:

• Questions and prompts.
• Written responses.
• Uploaded documents or materials.
• Course-related information.
• Other information voluntarily submitted during an AI interaction.

Third-Party AI Providers

AI-powered functionality may rely on third-party providers.

These providers may process information according to their contractual arrangements, security practices, and applicable privacy policies.

We make reasonable efforts to use reputable technology providers and appropriate safeguards.

We do not authorize third-party AI providers to use personal information submitted through our Services to train general-purpose AI models unless we have disclosed that use and obtained any consent required by applicable law.

However, we cannot independently guarantee the data retention, security, or processing practices of every third-party AI service.

Your Responsibilities When Using AI Tools

We encourage members to avoid submitting sensitive personal information, confidential employer information, proprietary client materials, or other information they are not authorized to share through AI-powered features.

When using external AI platforms introduced through Academy courses or activities, you should review the privacy policies and terms of those platforms.

6Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide our Services, maintain business records, fulfill contractual obligations, and comply with applicable laws.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

For example:

• Account information: Generally retained while your account remains active and for a reasonable period afterward when necessary.
• Transaction records: Retained as necessary for accounting, tax, fraud prevention, and legal compliance.
• Course records: May be retained to document enrollment, completion, and certificates issued.
• Community content: May remain available until removed by you or the Academy, subject to applicable retention requirements.
• Support communications: May be retained to maintain records of requests and resolutions.
• Analytics information: Retained according to our configured analytics settings and applicable provider policies.

When personal information is no longer reasonably necessary, we will delete, anonymize, or securely dispose of it, subject to applicable legal and operational requirements.

Certain information may remain in backup systems for a limited period before being deleted through normal retention processes.

7Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

These rights may include the ability to access, correct, delete, or obtain information about personal data we maintain.

Accessing and Updating Your Information

You may update certain account and profile information by logging into your account and using the available settings.

You may also contact us to request assistance with correcting inaccurate personal information.

Requesting Account Deletion

You may request deletion or deactivation of your Academy account by contacting:

tim@elearningacademy.io

We will review and process requests in accordance with applicable law.

Please note that deleting your account may result in the loss of access to courses, memberships, community features, and other Services associated with your account.

We may retain certain information when necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations.
• Maintain financial and transaction records.
• Resolve disputes.
• Prevent fraud or security incidents.
• Enforce contractual obligations.
• Protect legitimate business interests where permitted by law.

Some Member Content may remain in previously published educational or promotional materials, as described in our Terms of Service and subject to applicable privacy rights.

Marketing Communications

You may unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in those communications.

You may also contact us directly to request removal from marketing communications.

Unsubscribing from promotional emails does not necessarily prevent us from sending essential account, transaction, security, or service-related communications.

Community Notifications

You may be able to manage community notifications through your Circle account settings.

These settings may allow you to control email notifications, activity alerts, and other communications.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings.

You may be able to:

• Block certain cookies.
• Delete previously stored cookies.
• Receive notifications when cookies are used.
• Restrict certain tracking technologies.

Disabling essential cookies may prevent some features from functioning properly.

Where legally required, we will provide additional controls for nonessential tracking technologies.

Requests Regarding Member Content

You may request removal of Member Content by contacting us.

We will evaluate requests based on applicable law, our Terms of Service, and the circumstances of the request.

Removal from active community spaces does not necessarily require the removal of previously published educational materials, archived content, or copies retained by other users, except where required by law.

8U.S. State Privacy Rights

Residents of certain U.S. states may have additional privacy rights under applicable state privacy laws.

Depending on the law and whether it applies to our business, these rights may include:

• The right to know what personal information is collected.
• The right to access personal information.
• The right to request correction of inaccurate information.
• The right to request deletion of personal information.
• The right to obtain a portable copy of certain information.
• The right to opt out of certain uses or disclosures of personal information.
• The right to appeal certain privacy-related decisions.
• The right not to be unlawfully discriminated against for exercising privacy rights.

We will honor applicable privacy rights to the extent required by law.

California Residents

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act, where those laws apply.

These rights may include access, correction, deletion, and certain opt-out rights.

We will not unlawfully discriminate against individuals for exercising applicable privacy rights.

Exercising Your Rights

To submit a privacy-related request, please email:

tim@elearningacademy.io

Please describe your request and provide sufficient information for us to identify the relevant account or records.

We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.

9International Users and Data Transfers

The eLearning Designer's Academy is operated from the United States and serves an international audience.

If you access our Services from outside the United States, your personal information may be transferred to, stored in, or processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

Privacy and data protection laws in those countries may differ from the laws in your country of residence.

Where required by applicable law, we will implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers of personal information.

European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and Switzerland

Individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or equivalent legislation.

Where these laws apply, we process personal information based on one or more applicable legal grounds, which may include:

Performance of a Contract

Processing necessary to provide purchased courses, memberships, community access, and other requested Services.

Legitimate Interests

Processing reasonably necessary to operate, secure, improve, and administer our Services, provided those interests are not overridden by applicable individual rights.

Consent

Processing based on your consent where required, such as certain marketing communications or nonessential tracking technologies.

Legal Obligations

Processing necessary to comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

Additional International Privacy Rights

Where applicable, individuals may have rights to:

• Access their personal information.
• Request correction or deletion.
• Restrict certain processing activities.
• Object to certain processing.
• Request data portability.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
• Lodge a complaint with an appropriate data protection authority.

You may contact us to exercise applicable rights.

Nothing in this Privacy Policy limits rights provided by mandatory data protection laws.

10Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or misuse.

These measures may include:

• Access controls and authentication procedures.
• Secure third-party hosting and technology providers.
• Restricted access to administrative systems.
• Security monitoring and platform safeguards.
• Appropriate handling of payment information through third-party processors.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.

We cannot guarantee that unauthorized access, security breaches, or other incidents will never occur.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and taking reasonable precautions when accessing our Services.

If you believe your account has been compromised, please contact us promptly.

11Children's Privacy

Our Services are intended for individuals who are at least 18 years old.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from an individual under 18 without appropriate authorization, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.

If you believe that someone under 18 has provided personal information through our Services, please contact us.

12Third-Party Websites and External Services

Our website, community, and educational materials may contain links to third-party websites, applications, platforms, or services.

These may include:

• Software tools and learning technologies.
• AI platforms.
• Social media websites.
• Professional resources.
• Partner websites.
• External educational materials.

We do not control the privacy practices of independent third parties.

When you access external services, your information may be collected and processed according to their own privacy policies.

We encourage you to review the privacy practices of any third-party services you choose to use.

13Social Sharing and Public Content

Our Services may allow you to share content through social media or other external platforms.

When you use these features, information may be shared with the applicable third-party service.

The visibility and handling of that information may depend on your privacy settings and the policies of the external platform.

Please remember that content you voluntarily publish in public or community-accessible areas may be viewed, copied, or redistributed by others.

We cannot guarantee the removal of information that has already been independently copied or shared by third parties.

14Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our Services, business practices, technology, or applicable laws.

When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

If changes materially affect how we collect, use, or disclose personal information, we will provide additional notice when required by law or appropriate under the circumstances.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Where required by law, we will obtain consent before implementing certain changes to our data practices.

15Contact Us

If you have questions, comments, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of personal information, please contact us.

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to privacy-related inquiries and requests promptly and in accordance with applicable law.

Effective Date: November 10, 2026

This Privacy Policy applies to The eLearning Designer's Academy website, online community, courses, memberships, educational programs, and related Services.