Build Your Bakery Credibility

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using BakeCredence services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

2. Educational Services

BakeCredence provides professional bakery certification and training programs. All course materials, certifications, and educational content are proprietary to BakeCredence.

2.1 Program Enrollment

Enrollment in our programs requires completion of application process and payment of applicable fees. Program availability is subject to capacity and instructor availability.

2.2 Certification Requirements

Students must complete all required coursework, practical assessments, and final examinations to receive certification. Certificates are issued upon successful completion of program requirements.

3. Payment Terms

Program fees are due according to the payment schedule provided during enrollment. Refund policies are outlined in our student handbook provided upon enrollment.

4. Intellectual Property

All course materials, recipes, techniques, and educational content are the intellectual property of BakeCredence and may not be reproduced or distributed without written permission.

5. Student Conduct

Students are expected to maintain professional conduct during all program activities. Violation of conduct standards may result in program dismissal without refund.

6. Limitation of Liability

BakeCredence's liability is limited to the amount paid for services. We are not responsible for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

7. Modification of Terms

These terms may be updated periodically. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of updated terms.

8. Contact Information

For questions regarding these terms, contact us at [email protected] or call +1 (212) 555-9847.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, enroll in programs, or contact us for support.

1.1 Personal Information

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Educational and professional background
• Program preferences and goals
• Payment and billing information

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device information and IP address
• Usage patterns and website interactions
• Cookies and similar technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our educational services
• Process enrollments and payments
• Communicate about programs and services
• Analyze usage to enhance user experience
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

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

• With service providers who assist our operations
• For legal compliance or protection of rights
• In connection with business transfers
• With your explicit consent

4. Data Security

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

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

6. Cookies and Tracking

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

7. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at [email protected] or write to us at our address listed in the footer.

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 and understand how our site is used.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

• Session management and user authentication
• Security and fraud prevention
• Basic website functionality

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• Page views and user journeys
• Popular content and features
• Website performance metrics

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences:

• Language and region preferences
• Form data and user settings
• Customized content display

Marketing Cookies

These cookies help us provide relevant information about our programs:

• Educational content recommendations
• Program information based on interests
• Communication preferences

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through:

• Browser settings to block or delete cookies
• Our cookie consent banner options
• Third-party opt-out mechanisms

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as analytics providers and educational content platforms.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy periodically. Please review this policy regularly for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie policy, contact us at [email protected].

Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Policy

BakeCredence respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users of our services to do the same.

Copyright Infringement Notification

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide our designated agent with the following information:

Required Information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the material claimed to be infringing and location on our site
• Your contact information (address, phone number, email)
• A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement under penalty of perjury that the information is accurate

Designated Agent

Please send DMCA notices to our designated agent:

BakeCredence DMCA Agent
2847 Broadway Street
New York, NY 10025
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (212) 555-9847

Counter-Notification

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

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed material
• A statement under penalty of perjury that removal was due to mistake or misidentification
• Your consent to jurisdiction of Federal District Court

Repeat Infringer Policy

BakeCredence will terminate accounts of users who are determined to be repeat infringers.

Educational Use

Our educational materials are created for legitimate instructional purposes and may include limited use of copyrighted materials under fair use provisions for educational purposes.

Original Content

BakeCredence creates original educational content, recipes, and training materials. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution is prohibited.

Questions

For questions about this DMCA policy, contact us at [email protected].

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Compliance

BakeCredence is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with GDPR requirements for all users, regardless of location.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Consent (Article 6(1)(a))

• Marketing communications
• Optional program features
• Cookies and tracking (non-essential)

Contract Performance (Article 6(1)(b))

• Program enrollment and delivery
• Certification processing
• Student support services

Legitimate Interest (Article 6(1)(f))

• Website security and fraud prevention
• Business analytics and improvement
• Customer service optimization

Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

Right of Access (Article 15)

Request confirmation of processing and copies of your personal data.

Right to Rectification (Article 16)

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to Erasure (Article 17)

Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.

Right to Restrict Processing (Article 18)

Request limitation of processing under specific conditions.

Right to Data Portability (Article 20)

Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.

Right to Object (Article 21)

Object to processing based on legitimate interest or for direct marketing.

Right to Withdraw Consent (Article 7)

Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

Data Protection Officer

Contact our Data Protection Officer for GDPR-related questions:

Email: [email protected]
Address: BakeCredence DPO, 2847 Broadway Street, New York, NY 10025

Data Transfers

When we transfer data outside the EEA, we use appropriate safeguards such as:

• Standard contractual clauses
• Adequacy decisions
• Binding corporate rules

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not complied with GDPR requirements.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at [email protected] or use our contact information below. We will respond within 30 days.