Master the Art of Food Excellence

1. Acceptance of Terms

By enrolling in any course offered by Spotlight on Food Courses, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and our educational institution.

2. Course Enrollment and Access

Course enrollment is subject to availability and payment of applicable fees. Upon successful enrollment, you will receive access credentials to our learning platform within 24 hours.

• Course access is granted for the duration specified in your enrollment
• Sharing of login credentials is strictly prohibited
• Course materials are for personal use only

3. Student Responsibilities

Students are expected to maintain professional conduct throughout their learning journey:

• Complete assignments and assessments honestly
• Respect intellectual property rights of course materials
• Participate constructively in online discussions
• Adhere to kitchen safety protocols during practical sessions

4. Refund Policy

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee for all courses. Refunds must be requested within 30 days of enrollment and before completion of 25% of course content.

5. Certification

Certificates are awarded upon successful completion of course requirements, including passing grades on all assessments. Certificates represent completion of our educational program but do not constitute professional licensing.

6. Limitation of Liability

Spotlight on Food Courses provides educational content for informational purposes. We are not liable for any injuries, damages, or losses resulting from the application of techniques learned in our courses.

7. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Students will be notified of significant changes via email and continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

Last Updated: December 2024

Contact: For questions regarding these terms, please email [email protected]

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us when you enroll in courses, create an account, or contact us for support:

• Personal identifiers: name, email address, phone number
• Educational information: course preferences, progress, assessments
• Payment information: billing address, payment method details
• Communications: messages, feedback, support requests

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal information is used to provide and improve our educational services:

• Deliver course content and track your progress
• Process payments and send transaction confirmations
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Send course updates and educational newsletters
• Improve our courses based on student feedback

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in these limited circumstances:

• With service providers who help us operate our platform
• When required by law or to protect our rights
• With your explicit consent for specific purposes

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption of sensitive data and secure server infrastructure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Request corrections to inaccurate data
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Request a copy of your data

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your learning experience, analyze site usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. International Data Transfers

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

8. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]

Last Updated: December 2024

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better learning experience and allow certain features to function properly.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly

• Login authentication and security
• Course progress tracking
• Shopping cart functionality

Performance Cookies: Help us understand how you use our site

• Page view analytics
• User interaction tracking
• Site performance monitoring

Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences

• Language settings
• Video playback preferences
• Accessibility options

Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertising

• Interest-based advertising
• Social media integration
• Conversion tracking

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:

• Google Analytics for site analytics
• Video hosting platforms for course content
• Social media platforms for sharing features

4. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

• Use our cookie preference center
• Modify your browser settings
• Use browser extensions for cookie management
• Opt out of specific tracking services

5. Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different retention periods:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain for a specified period
• Marketing cookies: Typically expire after 1-2 years

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your ability to:

• Stay logged into your account
• Track course progress
• Receive personalized content
• Use certain interactive features

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Copyright Protection

Spotlight on Food Courses respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and will respond promptly to claims of copyright infringement.

2. Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe that content on our platform infringes your copyright, please provide our DMCA Agent with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of the allegedly infringing material on our site
• Your contact information (address, phone, email)
• A statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• A statement of accuracy and authority to act on behalf of the owner

3. DMCA Agent Contact Information

Send DMCA notices to our designated agent:

DMCA Agent
Spotlight on Food Courses
4785 Culinary Boulevard, Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (213) 555-0147

4. Counter-Notification Process

If you believe your content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification including:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed content and its location
• Statement under penalty of perjury of good faith belief
• Consent to jurisdiction of federal district court
• Your contact information

5. Repeat Infringer Policy

We maintain a policy of terminating accounts of users who are repeat infringers of copyright in appropriate circumstances.

6. Educational Use and Fair Use

Our educational content may include copyrighted materials under fair use provisions for educational purposes. We strive to use only properly licensed or fair use materials in our courses.

7. Student Content Guidelines

Students are prohibited from uploading or sharing copyrighted content without proper authorization. This includes:

• Copyrighted recipes without permission
• Unauthorized use of restaurant images
• Sharing of proprietary cooking techniques

Response Time: We aim to respond to DMCA notices within 48 hours of receipt.

Last Updated: December 2024

1. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contract: To fulfill our educational services agreement
• Consent: For marketing communications and optional features
• Legitimate Interest: For service improvement and fraud prevention
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

2. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right of Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right of Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Oppose processing for marketing purposes
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time

3. Data Protection Officer

Our Data Protection Officer oversees GDPR compliance and handles data protection inquiries:

Data Protection Officer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (213) 555-0147
Address: 4785 Culinary Boulevard, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA

4. Data Processing Activities

Course Delivery:

• Data: Name, email, course progress, assessments
• Purpose: Provide educational services
• Retention: Duration of enrollment plus 3 years

Marketing Communications:

• Data: Name, email, preferences
• Purpose: Send promotional materials
• Retention: Until consent is withdrawn

5. International Data Transfers

When transferring data outside the EU, we ensure adequate protection through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
• Binding Corporate Rules where applicable

6. Data Breach Notification

In case of a personal data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach.

7. Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of your GDPR rights:

• Contact our Data Protection Officer
• Submit a request through your account settings
• Send an email to [email protected]

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe our processing of your personal data violates GDPR.

9. Children's Data

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16 years of age. If you are under 16, please obtain parental consent before using our services.

Last Updated: December 2024

GDPR Compliance Officer: [email protected]