Privacy Policy - GrowthCircle Personal Growth Course Membership

Definitions

This section defines key terms used throughout this privacy policy to help clarify their meaning in the context of our services.

Personal Data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual that we collect and process in connection with your enrollment and participation in GrowthCircle courses.
Processing means any operation performed on personal data, such as collection, storage, use, disclosure, or deletion.
User refers to any individual who accesses or uses the GrowthCircle membership platform and participates in our personal growth course activities.
Service means the personal growth course membership offered by GrowthCircle, including group sessions and guided practice tracks.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to improve your experience and gather usage data when you visit our platform.

Data Collection

GrowthCircle collects several types of data necessary to provide membership course services and ensure effective communication and delivery.

User-Provided Data

The following personal data is provided by users when registering or using the GrowthCircle platform:

Full name and username for identification purposes.
Email address to facilitate course communication and updates.
Payment information for membership subscription and billing.
Participation data such as session attendance and responses in guided practice.
Feedback and survey responses to improve the course experience.
Optional profile details shared to personalize your learning journey.

Automatically Collected Data

We also gather information automatically to analyze usage and improve our services:

Your device IP address to identify your location for optimized access.
Browser type and operating system for compatibility and troubleshooting.
Pages visited and duration spent on the platform to enhance content relevance.
Clicks and interactions during group sessions and guided modules.
Cookies and tracking technologies to remember your preferences.
Error logs and performance data to maintain service quality.

Third-Party Data Sources

GrowthCircle may receive data about you from external service providers and partners:

Payment processors for verifying and completing your transactions.
Analytics providers to better understand how you engage with our content.
Marketing platforms to send relevant communications and offers respecting your preferences.

Purposes of Data Processing

We process your data to support your participation in GrowthCircle personal growth offerings and related functions including:

Providing access to group sessions and guided practice tracks effectively.
Managing your membership account and subscription payments.
Sending important updates about course schedules, changes, and new opportunities.
Analyzing trends to improve the quality and effectiveness of our growth programs.
Ensuring platform security and preventing unauthorized access or abuse.
Facilitating customer support and responding to your inquiries.
Complying with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Customizing your learning experience based on your preferences and activity.

Legal Basis for Processing

GrowthCircle relies on the following legal grounds to process your personal data in accordance with Canadian privacy laws:

Performance of a contract related to your membership and course participation.
Compliance with legal obligations under applicable regulations.
Legitimate interests such as improving service quality and security measures.
Your consent where specifically required for marketing communications.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Compliance

Although Canadian law applies, GrowthCircle respects principles consistent with the European Union’s GDPR framework to protect your data rights when applicable.

Right to access personal data we hold about you.
Right to rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to erasure under specific conditions.
Right to restrict or object to certain processing activities.
Right to data portability when applicable.
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights are violated.

Cookies Policy

Cookies and similar technologies allow GrowthCircle to enhance user experience by remembering login states, preferences, and engagement patterns.

The types of cookies we use include session cookies, persistent cookies, and third-party tracking cookies.

Cookies are categorized as strictly necessary, performance, functionality, and targeting to support various service features.

Users can manage cookie preferences via browser settings or provided consent tools on the GrowthCircle platform.

Learn more about our cookie management options.

Data Sharing Practices

GrowthCircle shares your personal data only in ways necessary to deliver our services or comply with legal obligations, including:

Service providers involved in course delivery and payment processing.
Third-party analytics and marketing partners with strict data protection agreements.
Government authorities as required by law or legal process.
Affiliated organizations supporting member engagement initiatives.
Security vendors to protect against fraud and unauthorized access.
In case of business transfers, such as mergers or acquisitions, under privacy-respecting protocols.

International Data Transfers

GrowthCircle may transfer personal data to countries outside Canada where service providers or partners operate.

Such transfers are conducted under strict safeguards, including standard contractual clauses or compliance with recognized data protection frameworks to ensure data security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations.

Account and membership information is kept throughout the membership duration plus a reasonable period thereafter to manage potential inquiries or reactivations.

Communication records related to support or transactions are archived for reference and regulatory purposes.

Technical logs and system data are preserved temporarily to maintain platform integrity and analyze operational performance.

You may request deletion of your personal data subject to applicable limitations, after which we will securely remove your data from active systems.

Security Measures

GrowthCircle implements robust technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

Use of encryption for data transmission and storage where applicable.
Access controls limiting data to authorized personnel only.
Regular security audits and monitoring to detect and mitigate risks promptly.

Your Rights

As a participant in GrowthCircle programs, you have the following rights related to your personal information:

Right to obtain confirmation of whether your personal data is being processed.
Right to access your personal data and receive a copy in a commonly used format.
Right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to request restriction or objection to specific data processing activities.
Right to withdraw consent at any time where data processing is based on consent.
Right to request erasure of your personal data when eligible.
Right to lodge a complaint with relevant data protection authorities regarding data privacy concerns.
You have the right to withdraw your consent for data processing at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

Requesting Access to Your Personal Data

You can request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data by contacting our privacy team via the information provided below.

[email protected]

We aim to respond to your privacy requests within 30 days of receipt of the inquiry.

Marketing Communications

GrowthCircle may send you emails and updates about new courses, sessions, and offers. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.

To unsubscribe from marketing emails, please use the unsubscribe link included in every email or contact us directly.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

Links to Third-Party Sites

GrowthCircle may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

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