Definitions of Privacy Policy
You&I Academy respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services as a Student or Instructor.
By using You&I Academy, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Who We Are
You&I Academy LTD (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates www.youandiacademy.com.
Our mission is to provide high-quality online education for hairdressers and beauty professionals.
What Information We Collect
Personal Data You Provide to Us:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- Billing address (for purchases)
- Payment information (processed securely via Stripe or PayPal)
- Profile information (if you create an Instructor or Student profile)
- Course content (if you are an Instructor)
Automatically Collected Data:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages you visit
- Time and date of access
- Referring website
How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Provide and manage access to our platform
- Process transactions and deliver purchased services
- Communicate with you regarding your account, purchases, and support requests
- Send important updates, announcements, and marketing (opt-in only)
- Analyze usage for improving our services
- Protect our platform from fraud or misuse
- Fulfill legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your personal data based on:
- Contractual necessity (to deliver courses or instructor services)
- Legal obligations (to comply with laws)
- Legitimate interests (improving services and user experience)
- Consent (for marketing communications)
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. We only share your data with:
- Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal) for secure transactions
- Email services (Mailchimp, FluentCRM) for communication and marketing (only if you opt-in)
- Freelancers or contractors working directly with You&I Academy on a need-to-know basis
- Legal authorities, if required by law
Instructor Content & Public Information
If you are an Instructor, the following may be displayed on our platform:
- Your name
- Your bio
- Your course content
- Your profile photo (optional)
Instructors are responsible for the accuracy of the information they provide.
How We Store & Protect Your Data
- Data is securely stored on our hosting servers (Hostinger)
- Payment information is not stored on our servers—it is handled by Stripe/PayPal
- We implement security measures including SSL encryption and regular software updates
- We restrict access to personal data only to those who need it
- Data backups are regularly maintained to prevent loss
How Long We Retain Your Data
We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations.
- Student data: retained while the account is active, and for up to 6 years for financial/legal records
- Instructor data: retained for the duration of the Instructor’s agreement, and up to 6 years for records
- You can request account deletion at any time (see Section 10)
Your Rights (Under GDPR and Other Laws)
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to data processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing emails)
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To exercise these rights, contact us at: hello@youandiacademy.com
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Enhance your browsing experience
- Analyze site traffic (via Google Analytics)
- Enable certain platform functions (course tracking, logins)
You can control cookie settings in your browser. By using our site, you consent to the use of cookies.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Marketing Communications
If you opt in, we may send you marketing emails about new courses, promotions, and platform updates.
- You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails or contacting us directly.
Children's Privacy
You&I Academy is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, notified via email.
Contact Us
For any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: hello@youandiacademy.com
